NEWS FROM COMMUNITIES

Belgium

Imam recites verse of the Quran at Brussels parliament that call for the killing and kidnapping of Jews

The CCOJB is calling for this event to be fully investigated and for the appropriate measures to be taken against its organisers.

Former Brussels-Midi Police Commissioner sentenced for antisemitic remarks and sexual harassment

Former Police Commissioner Geert Verhoeyen attacked and harassed two Jewish subordinates.

Belgian Minister of Justice confirms that Hamas uses non-profit organisations to lobby and raise funds in Belgium

Under the guise of supporting the Palestinian cause, these organisations seek to protect and promote the image of Hamas. 

Arrest made after man threatens acid attack against Jewish individuals in Antwerp

A 28-year-old man has been apprehended by the police for issuing online threats against Jewish individuals in Antwerp.

CCOJB regrets the decision by the Belgian government to continue funding UNRWA

The CCOJB notes the dissonance between Belgium's decision and the position of the European Commission, which has suspended its funding and called for an independent audit of the functioning of UNRWA.

Man suspected of planning terrorist attack against Jewish institutions arrested in Antwerp

"He is suspected of illegal possession of weapons and preparation of a terrorist attack," the public prosecutor’s office said.

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