European Jews

The moment of reckoning: Israel and the Diaspora must stand united

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,

By MOSHE DAVID HACOHEN
07/06/2025

Oct. 7 taught Jews their destiny tied to Israel, EJC president to 'Post'

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.

23/05/2025

EJC elects Moshe Kantor for fifth term despite sanctions over Putin ties

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.

Norway's largest trade union adopts BDS policy: A stain on a nation's values

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.

By CHRISTIAN MIKKEL DOBLOUG
13/05/2025

'Antisemitism crisis': No. antisemitic incidents in Netherlands reaches record high

A total of 421 antisemitic incidents were registered in 2024, an 11% increase compared to 2023. 

Molotov cocktail thrown at synagogue in Ukraine sparks fear of rising antisemitism

Second antisemitic incident in a week • Security upgrades prevented a major disaster during Passover

Iran’s infiltration of Swedish gangs is a dangerous escalation

The challenge in Europe is that this could lead to more crimes against Israeli or Jewish targets.

Germany is failing to keep its most meaningful promise to protect Jews

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.

By NILS SCHWAGENSCHEIDT
06/04/2025

As Italy changes citizenship laws, descendants of Holocaust survivors risk losing citizenship claim

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.

A protester attend the annual al-Quds Day, in London, Britain, March 23, 2025

Israel launches $1m. plan to protect Jewish students on European campuses amid antisemitism surge

Jewish students worldwide faced an unprecedented rise in antisemitism on campuses since the October 7th attacks, which prompted Israel’s $1m. Initiative.

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