Prime Minister Naftali Bennett said with the appointment: “The State of Israel was established to be the safest place in the world for the Jewish people – this is the core of our mission. Jews fleeing dangerous places should know that they have an open door and a warm home.” “The issue and to lead it in coordination with all parties, we decided today to appoint Meir Spiegler as the team leader who will lead the national effort. Meir is a man of action who serves the State of Israel in a number of public sector positions. Together, we will meet this sacred mission this time as well.”
Minister of Immigration and Absorption, Pnina Temano-Sheta: “The difficult time for the Jews of Ukraine is our time of will and test. As a result, I am pleased that the Prime Minister has decided with me to establish a central control team to manage the operation, in accordance with the guidelines and joint leadership of the Prime Minister’s Office and the Ministry of Immigration and Absorption. I congratulate Meir Spiegler on his commitment to the national mission and to the commitment to the purpose and vision of the State of Israel as the home of the entire Jewish people.
Spiegler holds a bachelor’s degree in law and a master’s degree in business administration, and previously served as director general of the JNF (Jewish National Fund) and director general of the Ministry of Religions.