Israel Bonds, in partnership with the St John’s Wood Synagogue Young Professionals Network and the World Zionist Organization UK, hosted an insightful and thought-provoking evening with Arsen Ostrovsky, a leading expert in international law, on 4th March 2025. The event featured an in-depth interview and an extensive audience Q&A, drawing a dynamic group of young professionals eager to gain a deeper understanding of pressing geopolitical and legal issues affecting Israel and the Jewish world.

Arsen, the CEO of the International Legal Forum in Israel and senior fellow of at the Misgav Institute covered a range of topics, including President Trump’s Gaza plan, UNWRA, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and International Criminal Court (ICC). He also addressed alarming rise of campus antisemitism, offering insights into legal and advocacy efforts needed to combat it.

He was interviewed by Sarah Villani, co-chair of Israel Bonds New Leadership in the UK, who steered the conversation through a range of thought-provoking topics. The evening wrapped up with an engaging Q&A, where Arsen spent around 45 minutes answering a wide range of questions from the audience. His honest and insightful responses sparked lively discussions, offering valuable takeaways on global issues.

We’re proud to bring accomplished speakers like Arsen to connect with young professionals, sparking important conversations and inspiring the next generation of leaders.