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Amid rising antisemitism worldwide, European Commission adopts communication against hate

EU Member States are called upon to stand up against hate and to implement measures to combat it in both online and offline spheres

WGAS strongly condemns surging antisemitism in Europe and calls for the immediate release of hostages from Hamas

WGAS is an informal cross-party alliance of MEPs dedicated to raising awareness and contributing to strengthening the fight against antisemitism in the EU. EJC acts as Secretariat and Member of the Advisory Board of WGAS.

Jewish news outlets worldwide call to fight rising antisemitism

The joint statement was initiated by the Jewish News in London in partnership with The Jerusalem Post. Organisers said it would appear in 29 media outlets in seven countries.

Pro-Palestinian protestor suspected of killing Jewish man in Los Angeles

Paul Kessler was assaulted by a pro-Palestinian protester with a megaphone during demonstrations that took place in Los Angeles.

Antisemitism envoys from 24 countries call on governments to ensure Jews’ safety

The statement asked governments and law enforcement agencies to ensure “necessary security assistance” for Jewish communities.

European Commission: “European Jews today are again living in fear”

“The spike of antisemitic incidents across Europe has reached extraordinary levels in the last few days, reminiscent of some of the darkest times in history,” the European Commission said in a statement.

Global antisemitism soars by 1,180% amid war with Hamas

A surge of antisemitic incidents, including a 1,180% increase in antisemitic discourse, has swept across the globe during the ongoing Israel-Hamas war.

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EJC calls on European leaders to demand from Hamas unconditional surrender and release of all hostages

The European Jewish Congress calls on European leaders to stop Hamas' reign of terror in the Gaza Strip and demand the unconditional and immediate release of all hostages if they want to protect and safeguard Palestinian civilians.