Unity at the Council of Europe:

'We'll ensure Europe remains a safe home for the Jewish people'

European leaders gathered in Strasbourg to honor Holocaust survivors and reaffirm support for Jewish life, marking the 80th anniversary of Nazi defeat.

European official:

Fight the hatred that the Holocaust allowed to happen

In first, representatives of the 46 member states of the Council of Europe’s Committee of Ministers participated in a special solidarity event held by the Council in cooperation with the American consulate to mark the Day of Liberation and Rescue.

Russia expelled from Council of Europe

47-member human rights body expels Russia over invasion of Ukraine.

Cemeteries program has preserved 70 European Jewish graveyards

German-funded pilot program has restored cemeteries in Ukraine, Poland, the Czech Republic, Belarus, Serbia and Moldova.

Council of Europe head vows to renovate Jewish cemeteries

Secretary General of the Council of Europe pledges to restore cemeteries across central and eastern Europe.

Europe Overrules Recommended Circumcision Ban

Thanks to joint Jewish-Muslim rallying, European Council has decided not to recommend a ban on circumcision.

Europe Synchronizes Laws on Islamist 'Foreign Fighters'

Ministers from 47 European nations agree to harmonize their laws to stop foreign fighters travelling to Iraq and Syria.

Council of Europe: There's Nothing Illegal About Circumcision

Council of Europe head responds to President Shimon Peres's letter, assures him there's no law banning male circumcision.

Eldad: Circumcision – That’s the Threat

Ex-MK has sarcastic response to European decision on circumcision. ‘The council has finally recognized the biggest threat to children.’