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The growing antisemitism represents “an objective risk” for Spain, according to the FCJE

In the presentation of the Report on Antisemitism in Spain 2022 of the Federation of Jewish Communities in Spain and the Movement Against Intolerance, representatives of the Jewish communities expressed their concerns for the surge of antisemitism since the Hamas massacre.

Large protest in Madrid organised by the FCJE called for the return of hostages from Hamas

The President of the Federation of Jewish Communities in Spain Isaac Benzaquén rejected the use of Hamas hostages as bargaining chips and expressed his fear for their safety.

FCJE denounces a dramatic increase in antisemitism in Spain in a meeting with Prime Minister

Spain has seen the sharpest rise in antisemitism recently following the outbreak of the Israeli-Hamas war, said Isaac Benzaquén, the President of the Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain, in a meeting with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez.

Spanish Police strengthen security for Jewish community in Melilla following antisemitic incidents

The Spanish Ministry of the Interior has ordered extreme security for the Jewish community in Melilla after a pro-Palestinian demonstration ended with several riots in front of the city's synagogue.

Hundreds support Israel’s right to defend itself against Hamas in Madrid

The gathering was organised by the Federation of Jewish Communities of Spain (FCJE) in front of the Israeli Embassy in Madrid.

Spanish Jewish Community commends Balearic Parliament for reparation to descendants of converted Jews

This proposal recognizes the marginalization and discrimination suffered by the descendants of converted Jews in the Balearic Islands, known as 'xuetes.'

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