![]() Conference of European Rabbis welcomes Israel-Morocco normalizationCER releases statement praising Moroccan King Mohammed VI for normalizing relations with Israel, teaching Jewish history.![]() 'Freedom of faith for Jewish communities must be guaranteed'President of Conference of European Rabbis responds to EU’s declaration to mainstream prevention and countering of anti-Semitism.![]() Providing a Hanukkah light for European JewryDelivery of menorahs organized all over Europe every year to Jewish communities. This year packages sent to COVID orphans.![]() How legislation led to 80 women being freed from agunah statusIsraeli rabbinical courts can now impose sanctions on get refusers from abroad, if they visit Israel.![]() Combating religious extremism and terrorism in Europe: What next?Newly founded Institute for Freedom of Faith and Security in Europe initiated by CER holds first meeting.![]() 'Feelings of discrimination against the Jewish people continue to linger'Conference of European Rabbis holds Standing Committee meeting alongside keynote speaker David Sassoli, president of European Parliament.![]() European Rabbis hope for a "clear voice" from Biden against racism and antisemitismPresident of the Conference of European Rabbis: "We hope US Jewry will overcome its deep divisions and become united on all crucial issues"![]() President of Conference of European Rabbis: 'An attack on all Europeans'Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt says religious leaders should have to prove their loyalty to the European states where they reside.![]() European Rabbis offer support for French peopleConference of European Rabbis President Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt reacts to deadly stabbing attack in Nice, France.![]() Conference of European Rabbis participates in international prayer meeting for peaceRabbi Haïm Korsia, Chief Rabbi of France, participates in international Prayer for Peace initiative in Rome.![]() Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Prevent extraneous and selective bureaucracy'Conference of European Rabbis urges Israeli government to allow all Jews to enter Israel, regardless of whether they are Israeli citizens.![]() European rabbis begin rehabilitating synagoguesConference of European Rabbis formulates plan for synagogue worship during the '3 weeks' as synagogues reopen in Europe.![]() Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Bans on ritual slaughter are not justified'Conference of European Rabbis leader issues joint statement with Muslim leader, protesting ban on religious slaughter methods.![]() Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt: 'Jewish communities cannot rely on import of kosher meat'Failure to overturn ban ritual slaughter sends message that Jews are not welcome, leading European rabbi says.![]() Torah class in the United Arab EmiratesJewish communities of Dubai, Abu Dhabi, hold largest-ever Torah conference in Arab world.![]() Conference of European Rabbis hosts Torah webinar with globally renowned spiritual leadersThe Conference of European Rabbis holds a shiurim webinar series via Zoom for over 250 Rabbis from across the globe ahead of Shavuot![]() Amsterdam: Jewish community in great distressDutch authorities refusing to allow Jewish community to aid elderly coronavirus victims, Amsterdam rabbis say.![]() Chief Rabbi Goldschmidt: 'Support communities back into synagogues'Conference of European Rabbis holds Spring Standing Committee meeting via Zoom.![]() Neo-Nazis interrupt Torah lessons on 'Zoom'On Holocaust Memorial Day, neo-Nazis break into online Torah lessons given by German rabbis.![]() European rabbis 'meet' to discuss how to help their communitiesConference of European Rabbis hosts emergency virtual Standing Committee meeting ahead of Passover.![]() Carnival anti-Semitism 'reminder of Europe's darker moments,' Chief Rabbi Goldschmidt says'Anti-Semitic tropes at Aalst carnival contribute to anti-Semitism in Europe,' Conference of European Rabbis leader says.![]() 'There are challenges, but that's what we're here for'Rabbi David Roberts speaks about community's unique positioning to model Jewish life for Israeli travelers seeking everything but Judaism.![]() German rabbi discusses challenges facing European Jewry todayFrankfurt Chief rabbi: 'We are dealing with assimilation, we are dealing with anti-Semitism, we are dealing with the question of education.'![]() 'American Jewry needs to connect to Europe diaspora's plight'Josh Nass: 'We as Americans don't necessarily relate to the plight of European Jews as much as we should.'![]() Saving thousands of Jewish graves throughout EuropeEuropean Jewish Cemeteries Initiative working on some 30 individual protection projects in four European countries.![]() Fighting against the automatic anti-Israel majority in the UNIsraeli Amb. to UN in Geneva, Aviva Raz Shecter, talks about her fight for Israel against the Human Rights Council's automatic opposition.![]() 'Circumcision ban will end Jewish communities in Europe'Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, President of CER, says that Jews in Europe are 'collateral damage' of Muslim immigration.![]() 'Judaism is severely under threat in all of Europe'Jews in Europe face not only growing anti-Semitism but also new legal restrictions to traditional Jewish practices, warns CER chief.![]() Leading haredi rabbis to European Jews: Don't stand outLeaders of Lithuanian Judaism write to Conference of European Rabbis warning Jews to keep their heads down.![]() European rabbis 'building up communities'Committee of Conference of European Rabbis gathers in Geneva to discuss ways to mutually support Jewish communities.![]() Rabbis: Push to ban circumcision shows 'lack of tolerance'Conference of European Rabbis responds to Swedish push to ban circumcision, says it represents 'request for Jews to leave Sweden.'![]() 'EU Parliament committed to combating anti-Semitism'European Parliament president meets leaders of Conference of European Rabbis, pledges to stop anti-Jewish legislation.![]() Seminar for young rabbis focuses on aiding victims of abuseConference of European Rabbis stages seminar for young rabbis on how to improve community work.![]() Belgian ban on kosher slaughter goes into effectLaw requiring animals to receive electric shock before slaughter goes into effect in Wallonia. Conference of European Rabbis concerned.![]() Rabbis on emojis: 'The Jews have been forgotten'European rabbis call on world body that regulates emojis to add images that represent Jews.![]() What are the tensions with Poland all about?Rabbi Michael Schudrich, the Chief Rabbi of Poland, discusses the ongoing tensions between Israel and Poland at CER convention in Antwerp.![]() Mayor of Antwerp: I am a friend of IsraelMayor Bart De Wever 'honored' Conference of European Rabbis holding convention in Antwerp, the 'Jerusalem of the North.'![]() EU Coordinator on combating anti-Semitism 'optimistic'Katharina von Schnurbein: 'Following unanimous declaration of 28 EU member-states on anti-Semitism, we're now implementing declaration.'![]() UK Chief Rabbi 'concerned about Labor, anti-Semitism growing''Anti-Semitism on rise, most of all we're worried about Labour Party,' Rabbi Mirvis says.![]() Rabbi Asher Weiss: Jewish law obligates vaccinationLeading authority on Jewish law says it is "not a recommendation" to vaccinate children, those who do not violate halakha.![]() Rabbi warns: Politically correct anti-Semitism has many facesChief Rabbi Goldschmidt opens CER convention declaring 'European institutions can do more to protect the Jewish Community.'![]() US envoy: European laws - a 'forced expulsion' of JewsElan Carr, US Special Envoy for Monitoring and Combating anti-Semitism, speaks at gathering of the Conference of European Rabbis in Antwerp.![]() EU Rabbis: US should increase gun controlPresident of Conference of European Rabbis suggests US follow New Zealand's lead after San Diego synagogue shooting, ban automatic weapons.![]() European rabbis express solidarity following Notre-Dame firePresident of Conference of European Rabbis expresses solidarity with French people, Catholic community following devastating cathedral fire.![]() Watch: Interview with leading European rabbiRabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt, President of Conference of European Rabbis, discusses his visit to Israel, has a message for the Israeli right.![]() Conference of European Rabbis meets Israeli GovernmentConference of European Rabbis visits Knesset to discuss far-right in Europe, plan to appoint ambassador to 'tackle far-right extremism'.![]() Mufti of Tunisia to Arutz Sheva: 'We are united by our humanity'Grand Mufti of Tunisia calls for unity between different faiths. 'We must go hand in hand, communicate and get to know each other.'![]() 'A community unlike anywhere else in the world'Arutz Sheva speaks with President of Conference of European Rabbis about impressions of rabbinical delegation to Tunisia.![]() Rabbis on secret visit to Muslim countryIsraeli and European rabbis, Jewish organization heads visit Tunisia. Arutz Sheva joins them: 'Muslims - our partners in war on terror.'![]() Paris Jewish graves in dangerConference of European Rabbis discusses phenomenon of Paris authorities digging up graves to resell plots in cemeteries.![]() European rabbis discuss 'legislative terror'Dozens of European rabbis and Jewish leaders gather in Latvia to discuss anti-Semitic legislation.![]() 'A sad day in European history'European rabbis reject call by German Jewish leader for German Jews to avoid wearing kippah amid spate of anti-Semitic attacks.![]() 'Jews not welcome in Iceland'European rabbis compare proposed circumcision ban in Iceland to similar law passed by Nazi Germany.![]() 'Jews in Sweden fear inevitability of anti-Semitic attacks'Conference of European Rabbis requests urgent meeting with Swedish Prime Minister over govt. failure to act against anti-Semitism.![]() Hanukkah celebration in Albania's Government HouseConference of European Rabbis President meets with Albania's PM, holds candle lighting ceremony in Albania's Government House.![]() European rabbis: Reform movement is today's great challengeEuropean rabbis gather in Finland, place emphasis on Reform movement which they say is "one of the main challenges of our time."![]() European Rabbis welcome new Austrian ChancelorConference of European Rabbis hopes Austrian government will protect freedom of religion despite rise of far-right party in polls. |