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JNS: “Neo-Nazi vandals target historic Slovenian synagogue”

The European Jewish Congress believes that the perpetrators are neo-Nazis and said that this was not the first time the synagogue was attacked.

Mein Bezirk: “Pro-Palestine camp a “disgrace for Austria”

The European Jewish Congress called on the University of Vienna to “take rapid action against those who engage in antisemitic rhetoric and glorify terrorist organisations on their campus."

Jerusalem Post: “‘Another blow to Iran’: EU votes in favor of resolution against Islamic Republic”

The European Jewish Congress (EJC) welcomed the decision of the European Parliament.

EJC President Dr Ariel Muzicant talks with The Times of Israel about the rise of antisemitism in Europe

“Lots of Jews in Europe are afraid to go to synagogue, to send their kids to school, to show a kippah or a Star of David,” said EJC President Dr Ariel Muzicant.

Jerusalem Post: “After arson attack on German synagogue, hundreds rally in support”

The EJC praised the event saying that it was “truly heartwarming to see such a powerful display of solidarity and friendship with Oldenburg’s Jewish community.”

JNS: ‘Gaza Free,’ swastika spray-painted on home of Holocaust survivors in Belgium

The European Jewish Congress is raising attention about an act of vandalism in Fléron, Belgium, targeting a husband and wife who survived the Holocaust. “Gaza Free” and a swastika were spray-painted in hot pink on the side of the residents’ house.

Jerusalem Post: “Utrecht Rabbi struck on head in antisemitic attack”

“Our full solidarity with Rabbi Heintz,” said EJC. “No one should ever have to live in fear because of their religion.”

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Statements

EJC and WJC call for immediate release of hostages held by Hamas

Ahead of the Munich Security Conference, EJC and WJC "urge leaders and decision-makers—across governments, industry and civil society—to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages still held in Gaza."