At noon today in Israel, The Hebrew University of Jerusalem joined organizations, universities, and companies across the country in a 100-minute economic pause.

 

This collective action aimed to express solidarity with the 136 hostages held in Gaza for 100 days following the tragic Hamas attack.

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Our symbolic pause represented the commitment of the Israeli workforce to support the hostages and their families. Classes were suspended, and students, faculty, and staff actively participated. As a poignant gesture, 100 yellow balloons were released across our four campuses, symbolizing hope for the swift and safe return of the abductees.

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Prof. Asher Cohen, President of the Hebrew University, urged the Israeli government and international community to ensure the safe return of the hostages, emphasizing the ongoing pain endured by Israeli families.

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Shai Dickman, cousin of Carmel Gat, a graduate student abducted in Gaza, emphasized the urgency for the return of over 100 abductees and called for action before it's too late.