Several Zionist or pro-Israel figures issued responses to Kirk’s death. For example, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Kirk was “a lion-hearted friend of Israel” who “was murdered for speaking truth and defending freedom.”  

• Groups like StandWithUs, the Coalition for Jewish Values, and others also made statements, praising him for vocal support of Israel, for defending Judeo-Christian civilization, and for being outspoken against antisemitism.  
• This linkage suggests that Kirk was seen by these leaders as a prominent ally in the U.S. who supported causes aligned with their ideological or political interests — particularly support for Israel and opposing antisemitism. His influence among youth and conservative circles likely made him valuable in their view.
• The public mourning by these figures underscores that his role went beyond domestic conservative activism: he was seen internationally (by Zionist leaders) as someone who championed Israel’s causes or was friendly toward Jewish interests.