Foreign Christian leaders seek forgiveness over lack of Israeli support

June 1, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Foreign Christian leaders seek forgiveness over lack of Israeli support

Foreign Christians Meet with Israeli Officials, Express Regret Over Past Support

Representatives from several countries gathered at the Israeli Knesset on Tuesday, where they participated in a Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast. During the event, Christian leaders offered prayers of repentance for their nations’ past failure to support Israel.

The gathering took place as part of an effort to address anti-Semitism and promote greater understanding between Christians and Jews. The attendees included Christian representatives from various countries who came together to express their commitment to supporting Israel.

According to reports, the Christian leaders expressed regret over what they described as their nations’ lack of support for Israel in the past. They offered prayers of repentance, asking for forgiveness for any actions or omissions that may have contributed to this failure.

The Jerusalem Prayer Breakfast is an annual event that brings together Christians and Jewish leaders to promote dialogue and cooperation. The gathering provides a platform for discussion on issues related to anti-Semitism and support for Israel.

The Christian representatives’ visit to the Knesset was seen as an important step in promoting greater understanding between Christians and Jews. Their efforts aim to address historical grievances and foster a more positive relationship between the two communities.

No further details were available at the time of reporting.

Source: Al Jazeera