"We are anxious over here but imagine what it is like to wake up in Sderot or Ashkelon every morning knowing that the day will be faced by a continual avalanche of rocket attacks from terrorists who have no regard for human life," Asaf said.

He is now appealing for the Leeds community to offer home hospitality for a respite break for a few of the many families living in southern Israel.

"These people are under continuous day and night rocket attacks, sometimes given just a few precious seconds to get to an air-raid shelter.

"This is something that would not be tolerated in Britain. If France was firing rockets into Kent we would expect the government to protect its citizens. So it is with Israel.

"As a community we should offer our brothers and sisters in Israel some of our warm Leeds hospitality for a few days just to let them have a break from their daily terror.

"Leeds has always led the way in a crisis and if hospitality cannot be offered then some financial contribution for their flight tickets and other expenses would be greatly appreciated."

Details: Asaf: 0113 268 0899.