Rukhama Avraam And about. Israeli Interior Minister Country: Israel

Biography of Ruhama Avraham

Ruhama Avraham is currently the acting Minister of Internal Affairs of Israel. She believes that politics is not exclusively a male occupation and that women bring a unique combination of emotions and logic to the field. During a solidarity event organized by the worldwide movement "Keren HaYesod" in support of the State of Israel, Avraham visited Ukraine with an official visit. She met with the Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine and participated in several ceremonial events. The discussions during the meetings focused on important issues of cooperation between the two countries.

Avraham also gave an interview where she discussed various topics. Regarding the upcoming parliamentary elections in Israel, she mentioned that the Kadima party, which was established by Ariel Sharon in 2005, has a strong reputation in the country due to the presence of many well-known politicians. Avraham expressed her hope for peaceful elections and stated that she sees herself as an integral part of the leadership of the State of Israel, regardless of the specific position offered to her.

The discussions with the Ukrainian leadership touched upon the issue of anti-Semitism in Ukraine. Avraham expressed concern about the recent increase in anti-Semitic publications and called for actions from the Ukrainian government to address this issue. She emphasized that the existence of anti-Semitic publications contradicts the principles of the Ukrainian Constitution and damages the country's image as a democratic state. Avraham urged the Minister of Internal Affairs of Ukraine to take measures to counter this harmful activity by the MAUP publication.

When asked about the relations with the Russian-speaking community, Avraham emphasized that Israel welcomes all new immigrants and works to ensure their integration into Israeli society. As the acting Minister of Internal Affairs, she is committed to facilitating the adaptation of repatriates to their new conditions. Avraham mentioned a personal example of a relative who recently married a repatriate from Ukraine, highlighting the successful integration process and the cultural exchange that occurs within families.

Regarding the influence of the "Russian street" on the election outcome, Avraham acknowledged the active participation of former Soviet citizens in Israeli elections. She mentioned that the Kadima party addresses the issue of adaptation in its electoral program and aims to promote the active involvement of repatriates in the social and political life of the country. The party's political approach strives to ensure equal protection and opportunities for all members of Israeli society, including repatriates from the former Soviet Union and the Arab population.

Regarding the recent negotiations between Russian leadership and Hamas representatives in Moscow, Avraham stated that the phone conversation between President Putin and Acting Prime Minister Olmert confirmed Russia's support for Israel's policy towards the Palestinian Authority. She expressed her difficulty in understanding the motives of the Kremlin, which does not consider Hamas a terrorist organization. However, Avraham emphasized that if the contacts between Russian officials and Hamas contribute to the disarmament of the organization, they should be seen as a positive factor.

In response to a question about balancing her role as a political figure and a homemaker, Avraham firmly believes that politics is a female domain. She stated that women bring a mix of emotions and logic to the political process, adding a touch of familial "aroma." She encouraged the broader participation of women in politics, both in Israel and globally, and believes that women can excel in their careers while maintaining their family responsibilities. Avraham acknowledged the support and understanding of her family, which has enabled her to flourish as a politician.