NEWS FROM COMMUNITIES

Portugal

Aristides de Sousa Mendes house-museum inaugurated

The museum features a collection related to the former Portuguese consul in Bordeaux, France, who issued visas to Jews, aiding them during the Holocaust.

Jewish Community of Lisbon denies antisemitism claims against EU Council incoming President António Costa

The Jewish Community of Lisbon (CIL) made a statement asserting that they have never experienced any sign or manifestation of antisemitism from António Costa, the former Prime Minister of Portugal and incoming EU Council President.

Jewish Community of Lisbon condemns antisemitic chants at pro-Palestinian protest

The community condemned slogans such as 'Palestine from the River to the Sea' and 'Palestine, it's time for Israel to go'," among "other aggressive and anti-Jewish chants."

Lisbon Jewish Community: “Standing alongside Israel at a time like this is an imperative for democratic nations”

The Lisbon Jewish Community welcomed the Portuguese government's condemnation of Iran's attack on Israel and expressed their support for the Jewish state in a statement.

Coimbra joins European network to promote and study the Jewish presence in the city

The project is led by the Municipality of Ferrara, with partners including Coimbra, Erfurt, Riga, and Lublin.

Lisbon Jewish Community celebrated Purim

The Lisbon Jewish community joyously celebrated Purim with over 180 attendees, including fifty children.
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