On 28th May 2025, The Hebrew University paused its activities for 58 minutes, calling for the release of the 58 hostages still trapped in hell in Gaza.
President of Hebrew University, Professor Asher Cohen
At gatherings held simultaneously across the University’s four campuses (Mount Scopus, Givat Ram, Ein Kerem and Rehovot), each minute was dedicated to one of the hostages held by Hamas—for 600 days now.
Professor Asher Cohen, President of the Hebrew University, urged the Israeli government to do everything in its power to bring them all home now, stating: “An entire country cannot begin the process of healing and recovery as long as there are hostages in Gaza. We will continue to act and speak out on every possible platform—for 600 days—insisting that decision-makers must bring the hostages back and allow them to reunite with their families.”