WJC

Soft on Nazis? WJC hits Youtube German office over hate videos

'If copyrighted material can be removed instantly, why do pro-Nazi videos stay up?,' asks World Jewish Congress.

UN event held on the 'Jewish Nakba' - refugees from Arab lands

Amb. to the UN Danny Danon, WJC, Conference of Presidents join UN to commemorate expulsion of 850,000 Jews from Arab countries.

WJC lauds Obama and Netanyahu for commitment to two states

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder praises Obama and Netanyahu after face-to-face meeting at the White House.

Druze delegation tours US to promote Israel

Delegation speaks at schools, organizations, media to emphasize tolerance in Israeli society.

WJC urges Israel, PA to restart peace talks

Despite Palestinian incitement, violence, World Jewish Congress still believes in two-state solution; calls on Arab world to intervene.

Jewish Leaders Send Condolences to Saudi King

WJC heads representing over 100 Jewish communities tell King Salman: 'may we worship our common God with love and in peace.'

Indonesia Grants Israeli Badminton Player Visa

World Jewish Congress welcomes news that Misha Zilberman, who represented Israel in the 2012 Olympics, will be allowed to play.

'Good Triumphs Evil' at Nazi Olympic Park

Jewish European Maccabi Games begin at Nazi park in Berlin that was the site of the 1936 Olympic Games.

WJC Head Lauds Cameron for Combatting Anti-Semitism

Ronald S. Lauder hails British PM for his plan to take steps to counter anti-Semitic conspiracy theories.

World Jewish Congress Leader: 'No Reason' to Trust Iran

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder expresses skepticism over the Iran deal, noting 'Tehran has a long history of misleading the world.'

Outrage as Polish Nude Tag Game in Gas Chamber Reinstated

World Jewish Congress President condemns Krakow museum for returning offensive exhibit, after protest had previously closed it.

'Protesting Near the UN is Not a Lost Cause'

NGOs have to present reality as its, says organizer of protest outside the UN's Human Rights Council.

WJC Prez: Jews, Christians Must Fight Islamists Together

Lauder says Jews have a responsibility to help embattled Christians in Middle East, as Christians must help fight anti-Semitism.

WJC Head: Anti-Semitism in Europe Akin to 1930s

Ronald Lauder warns that seven decades after World War II, Jews in Europe are having to look over their shoulders once more.

Arutz Sheva interview

'Despite Our Differences, We All Stand Together'

WJC leader Ronald S. Lauder speaks to Arutz Sheva about global Jewry - and why working with governments fends off anti-Semitism.

'The Haters are Louder, but Millions Worldwide Love Zion'

MPs from across the globe speak to Arutz Sheva on Israel and solidarity, in honor of ICEJ-WJC joint conference.

Rivlin: Christian Support Important for a Better World

President Reuven Rivlin speaks at joint Jewish-Christian conference, stresses that interfaith cooperation 'more important than ever.'

Christian, Jewish Leaders Call to Save Middle East Christians

Religious leaders unite in call for international community to rally around the Middle East's Christians - before it's too late.

WJC Reassures Israelis: 'You are not Alone'

World Jewish Congress leaders tour Negev, communities hit by Hamas in solidarity visit.

Jewish Leaders Call for Stronger Security in Europe

World Jewish Congress president calls for protection against Islamists 'taught to kill,' one week after Brussels shooting.

Backlash Continues Against ASA Academic Boycott

Major Jewish groups strongly condemn the boycott against Israel by the American Studies Association, warn of possible precedent.

WJC: Germany Needs To Prevent More Nazi Art Incidents

Ronald Lauder, head of the World Jewish Congress, makes public statement decrying German mishandling of the Nazi art looting case.

Pope to 'Investigate' Polish Ban on Kosher Slaughter

Pope Francis has ordered an investigation into a Polish ban on the ritual kosher slaughter of animals, says WJC head Ron Lauder.

Jewish, Christian Delegations Celebrate Israel in Moscow

Jewish and Israeli delegations meets Knesset Christian Allies Caucus in Moscow in celebration of state of Israel.

Hungary: Anti-Semitic Abusers Given Prison Sentences

Budapest court hands down prison sentences to three men who verbally abused visitors to the World Jewish Congress.

Minister Shalom: Add Hizbullah to EU Terror List

Water and Energy Minister Silvan Shalom speaks at WJC plenary, calls for tougher punishment for anti-Semitism.

Hungarian Extremists Stage 'Anti-Zionist' Revenge Rally

Far-right Jobbik party called for an “anti-Zionist” demonstration to be held on eve of World Jewish Congress General Assembly.

Jewish Groups Blast 'Pyrrhic' UN Resolution

The UN has handed the PA "a pyrrhic public relations victory," asserts ADL; NCYI. Agudah laud countries opposed, WJC notes Nov. 29 date.

70 Yrs. Ago: Telegram Alerts World of Nazi Holocaust

Seventy years ago the WJC representative in Geneva sent a telegram to US diplomats informing them of Hitler’s plans to annihilate the Jews.

Jewish Leader: Canada Should Play Larger Role in Mideast

The head of the World Jewish Congress, Ronald S. Lauder, said that Canada should play a larger role in Middle East negotiations.

Elan Steinberg, Leader of World Jewish Congress, Dies at 59

Elan Steinberg, executive director of the World Jewish Congress (WJC) died of cancer, on Friday, at the age of 59.

Jewish Parliamentarians Visit Knesset, Noam Schalit

The International Council of Jewish Parliamentarians visited the Knesset and Noam Schalit during their consultations.

Diker Appointment Continues Positive WJC Trend

Dan Diker, a resident of Efrat, has been voted WJC Secretary General Delegates dedicate Torah scroll to IDF at Western Wall.

World Jewish Congress Awards Israeli 'Heroes of Haiti'

The World Jewish Congress awarded "Zaka" Heroes of Haiti” for their rescue efforts after a disastrous earthquake struck the country last January.

World Jewish Congress: New Mideast Course for America?

The World Jewish Congress added its voice to the growing chorus of concern about the apparent White House hostility towards Israel. McCain agrees.