News for Djerba Pilgrims flock to Africa's oldest synagogue for Lag Ba'omerHundreds of pilgrims converge on synagogue on Mediterranean island of Djerba, home to one of the last Jewish communities in the Arab world. This rabbi blows a shofar just before ShabbatEvery Friday, Tunisia's chief rabbi stands on his rooftop and blows a shofar, announcing the start of Shabbat.Pilgrimage to Tunisia synagogue ends without incidentAbout 3,000 people took part in annual Jewish pilgrimage to Ghriba synagogue on island of Djerba.Worshippers flock to Tunisia synagogue for Lag Ba'OmerThousands of pilgrims celebrate Lag Ba'Omer at the Ghriba synagogue on the Tunisian island of Djerba. 5 arrested following firebomb attack on Tunisian synagogueFive men ranging in age from 19 to 21 arrested days after synagogue on island of Djerba firebombed. Terror warning for Djerba Lag B'Omer celebrationCounterterrorism Bureau sharpens current travel warning for Tunisia following terrorist motivation increase to attack Jews. Jihadist threats mar Lag BaOmer in TunisiaSecurity tightened ahead of annual Lag BaOmer pilgrimage in Tunisia. Tunisia: Assures Jews over Terror ThreatTunisian Interior Minister rejects Israeli Prime Minister's Office warning of 'concrete threats' of terror attack against ancient synagogue. Report: Muslims Attempt to Kidnap Jew in DjerbaThree men attempted to kidnap the 12-year-old boy on the eve of the holiday of Sukkot. Muslim Terrorists Stab Jewish Man in TunisiaGabriel Ozen, 38, saved by local shop owners. But the terrorist is freed after just one hour - and threats of a Muslim riot. Lag Ba'Omer Pilgrims to Visit Ancient Tunisia ShulLag Ba'omer pilgrims to visit Ghriba synagogue on island of Djerba, amid controversy over Israeli visas.Tunisia Protests Recognition of Israeli PassportTunisia's parliament to question tourism minister over a decision allowing Israelis to use their passports to enter the country.Tunisian Jew Stabbed in DjerbaPossible anti-Semitic attack occurred on the eve of Pesach, and just one month before annual Jewish El-Ghriba pilgrimage.Tunisian Activists Blast Gov't Harassment of JewsAncient Jewish community of Djerba is "fed up with being used by politicians" to showcase "coexistence," whilst facing attacks. Annual Pilgrimage at Tunisia BeginsPilgrims arrive at Tunisia's Ghriba synagogue amid tight security, with reinforcements deployed around Djerba. Tunisian Jews Hope to Revive Annual PilgrimageOrganizers of a pilgrimage to Africa's oldest synagogue in Djerba are hoping for a revival this year after a slump in attendance. Tunisia: 5 Arrested in Plot to Kidnap JewFour Libyans, Tunisian policeman suspected of plotting to kidnap a young Jew and hold him for ransom. Israel Reiterates Travel Alert to TunisiaIsrael's National Counter-Terrorism Bureau has reiterated its travel advisory regarding Tunisia for the Lag B'Omer holiday. Tunisia: Protect Annual Jewish PiligrimageTunisia's tourism minister: the annual Jewish pilgrimage to Djerba should be maintained. Israelis Receive Travel Warning Ahead of HolidaysCounter-Terrorism Bureau issues travel warning to Israelis for the spring holidays. Sinai, Turkey, Tunisia, Nigeria especially dangerous. Tunisia Extends State of EmergencyThe nation that gave birth to the Jasmine Revolution and the Arab Spring has just extended its state of emergency for the rest of the year. Quiet Lag B'Omer in DjerbaLag B'Omer celebrations were quiet for the first time this year in Djerba, where security precautions took precedence over simcha (joy).21 Israelis Rescued from TunisiaIt wasn't Entebbe, but 21 Israeli tourists in Tunisia were grateful when a complex rescue operation brought them home to Ben Gurion Airport. |
