As one of the richest and most prosperous countries in the Middle East, Israel has a responsibility to do more to help those fleeing war. Israel risks damaging its international reputation by turning a blind eye to these desperate refugees.

Israel was founded by survivors of the Holocaust. The world turned a blind eye to the suffering of the Jewish people; we cannot do the same when others are in desperate need. We must honor the founding principles of Israel by welcoming all who are being persecuted, not matter their race, religion or country of origin.