The events of October 7 and their aftermath have cast a long shadow, not only over Israel and Gaza but also over the relationship between Israel and Jewish communities worldwide,
EUROPE AFFAIRS: Dr. Moshe Kantor returns as European Jewish Congress president, outlining plans to combat rising antisemitism, strengthen Israel-Europe ties, and protect Jewish communities.
Following the Russian invasion of Ukraine, Kantor was sanctioned by the UK, the EU and Switzerland. He previously served as EJC president from 2007-2022.
To exclude an entire people from hotels, restaurants, or the marketplace based solely on their ethnic or religious background is a step back toward an ideological abyss.
A total of 421 antisemitic incidents were registered in 2024, an 11% increase compared to 2023.
Second antisemitic incident in a week • Security upgrades prevented a major disaster during Passover
The challenge in Europe is that this could lead to more crimes against Israeli or Jewish targets.
Antisemitism never truly left Germany; it simply evolved. What was once largely the domain of far-right extremists has taken on new forms: leftist and Islamist antisemitism.
The new law requires the individual to speak proficient Italian, have an Italian parent or grandparent and have spent three years in the country legally.
Jewish students worldwide faced an unprecedented rise in antisemitism on campuses since the October 7th attacks, which prompted Israel’s $1m. Initiative.