The Ukrainian joined millions of online users around the world posting heartfelt messages of support for Israel, but was quickly subjected to vile abuse.
Over the weekend, Hamas militants launched rocket strikes on Israel and invaded parts of the country, killing civilians and kidnapping others with swift retaliation later following.
Zinchenko has been a voice of support for his home nation of Ukraine during their ongoing conflict with Russia after Vladimir Putin ordered a full-scale invasion that first began in February last year.
The Arsenal defender – who has been busy preparing for Sunday’s Premier League encounter against Manchester City – demonstrated his unity with Israel in similar fashion to many world leaders by posting an image on his Instagram story.
Showing the Star of David – a religious symbol recognised by the Jewish community which is Israel’s main religion – the story update read: ‘I stand with Israel’.
