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Israeli President Isaac Herzog issues special message of support for Jewish communities around the world

"In the face of this terrifying resurgence of antisemitism: Do not fear. Stand proud. Stand strong for your freedom. Israel stands with you. Israel cares for you. We care for you. We are here for you" said Israeli President Isaac Herzog.

Vatican opens archives on highly controversial Holocaust era pope

The Vatican unseals the archives of history’s most contentious pope, potentially shedding light on why Pius XII stayed silent during the extermination of six million Jews during the Holocaust.

World powers express serious concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme

The world powers that remain party to the nuclear deal with Iran expressed “serious concerns” about Tehran’s violations of the pact, while acknowledging that time was running out to find a way to salvage it.

Council of Europe anti-racism commission raises alarm over situation in Europe

Increasing influence of ultra-nationalistic and xenophobic politics across Europe, hate speech setting the tone in social media, rampant antisemitism and anti-Muslim hatred according to the Council of Europe’s independent expert body against racism and intolerance.

EU and Germany condemn Islamic Jihad for rocket fire on Israel

The European Union and Germany condemned Palestinian Islamic Jihad for firing rockets at Israel and called for restraint from both sides.

European Commission condemns antisemitic Belgian parade

The European Commission slammed a Belgian street parade for featuring antisemitic floats that it said were “incompatible” with EU values.

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Statements

EJC welcomes European Parliament resolution calling for extended sanctions against Iran

“The centrality of Iran in the destabilisation of the whole of the Middle East is evident to all and we welcome the Parliament’s resolution noting this fact. The time has come for total exclusion of the Islamic Republic from the international arena and targeted sanctions” said EJC President Dr Ariel Muzicant.