European Jewish Association

Belgian MP to serve as envoy in leading Jewish organization

European Jewish Association announces appointment of Belgian MP Michael Freilich as diplomatic envoy.

Belgian haredi MP appointed to new position

Michael Freilich, haredi member of the Belgian parliament and a member of the Antwerp City Council, appointed as diplomatic envoy of European Jewish Association (EJA) for issues of antisemitism and Holocaust remembrance.

Between antisemitism and antizionism - after October 7th

European Jewish Association officials explain the impacts of the war on antisemitism in Europe and the USA.

EJA leader on antisemitism:

'If Europe doesn’t act, history will judge us all'

European Jewish Association (EJA) leads delegation of politicians, mayors and university deans to the Auschwitz death camp, holds symposium on combating antisemitism. Rabbi Menachem Margolin: Declare formal state of emergency on antisemitism.

Uproar after banner erasing Israel allowed by EU soccer league

European Jewish Association calls on Union of European Football Associations to discipline Paris Saint- after fans displayed a huge “Free Palestine” banner covering all of Israel in a keffiyeh.

Belgian Deputy PM calls Hezbollah pager incident 'terror attack'

Belgian Deputy PM condemned for social media post calling Hezbollah Media calling Hezbollah beeper explosions a 'terror attack': 'Deputy Prime Minister has lost her moral compass.'

EJA comments:

Removal of antisemitic article 'much too little, much too late'

European Jewish Association comments on Humo magazine's decision to remove author Herman Brusselmans' antisemitic article inciting to murder of Jews, promises lawsuit will continue 'until justice is properly and meaningfully served.'

Belgian author:

Gaza war makes me want to 'ram a sharp knife' into every Jew

A popular Belgian author wrote he wanted to ‘ram a sharp knife’ through every Jew he meets. He says it was satire.

Irish Rabbi jailed for performing circumcision

The European Jewish Association has denounced the arrest, noting that the last government to jail anyone for the practice was that of Nazi Germany.

Spanish government joins ICJ 'genocide' case against Israel

'Spanish government has lost its way, lost its bearings, lost their sight, and are deaf to Jews' right to defend against terror,' says European Jewish Association after Spain joins ICJ 'genocide' case.

'Clear and repeated anti-Israel bias'

European Jewish leaders condemn EU High Commissioner

Over 100 Jewish leaders from across Europe met to discuss operational methods to combat the harassment of Jews on the continent and the rising tide of antisemitic hate since October 7.

Following anti-Israel remarks

European Jewish Association calls on Spanish Vice PM to resign

The association calls on EU Foreign Policy Chief Josep Borrell to condemn Spanish Vice-President Yolanda Diaz and Prime Minister Sanchez to distance the government from her statements.

Moldova:

New survey reveals deep-rooted antisemitism

A new study shows that the European country of Moldova has trends of antisemitism disproportionate to its size or Jewish population.

Jewish leaders meet in Rome amid antisemitism crisis

European governments are not standing behind their commitments to Jewish communities, European Jewish leaders say. 'The test is now, and European governments are failing it so far.'

EU court upholds ban on halal, kosher slaughter

European Court of Human Rights says there is no discrimination in Belgium regions outlawing the forms of slaughter required for religious Jews and Muslims.

Entrepreneur Brock Pierce:

'It is a war of information today'

Visionary philanthropist Brock Pierce shares insights on how modern innovations are helping shape the war against Hamas.

EJA chairman:

'Never Again is now'

Rabbi Menachem Margolin, chairman of the EJA, summarizes the organization's conference in Poland: 'Europe is ready to be much more serious against antisemitism."

Bereaved parents:

'He threw back grenade after grenade at Hamas'

Bereaved parents Shira and Moshe Shapira tell of their son's heroic defense of others at the Supernova festival.

Elon Musk:

'Sometimes I think, ‘Am I Jewish?’'

X (Twitter) Chairman addresses first major Jewish conference to Auschwitz since 10/07.

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Elon Musk visits Auschwitz-Birkenau

Musk is participating in the European Jewish Association conference in Krakow together with senior political figures from 25 European countries.

Elon Musk gives tentative 'yes' to Auschwitz visit with EJA

'X' CEO meets Jewish leaders, agrees to European Jewish Association Chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin's request to visit Nazi death camp.

Rabbi accuses BBC of blood libel in Bennett interview

Europan Jewish Association chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin reacts to BBC interviewer's claim Israelis 'are happy to kill children.'

European Jewish Association:

'Denouncing Diaspora Minister is reckless and irresponsible'

The European Jewish Association publishes scathing retort to a call for students to 'turn their backs on Minister Chikli'.

EU leader: 38% of Jews feel unsafe, looking to leave Europe

European Jewish Association conference discusses rising dangers faced by European Jewish community and institutions.

European Jewish leader to INN:

'There’s always a way to combat antisemitism'

EJA chairman Rabbi Menachem Margolin believes EU parliamentarians will act against antisemitism following Auschwitz visit.

EU conference on ritual slaughter 'too little, but not too late'

Chief of European Jewish Association says major EU conference on laws concerning ritual slaughter is 'too little, but not too late.'

Hungarian Jewish leader:

Bans on kosher slaughter turning Jews into 2nd class citizens

Following last week's EJA conference in Budapest, Hungarian leader Rabbi Shomo Koves explains the threat to Jewish life in Europe is severe.

EJA chair:

'European Jewish leaders are united to combat antisemitism'

Following EJA conference last week in Budapest, chair Rabbi Menachem Margolin says the EU needs to do more to ensure Jews are safe.

EJA launches campaign to house Jewish refugees

Initiatives connects fleeing Ukrainian Jews with Jewish homes across the continent for temporary shelter.

'Israel must enact a law against auctions of Nazi items'

Rabbi Menachem Margolin, EJA chairman, calls on Israel to enact legislation banning sale of Nazi memorabilia.

European Jewish leaders blast sale of Nazi memorabilia

'Why are sales of fur and ivory banned, but auctioning Nazi memorabilia is permitted?' Items owned by Eva Braun, Hermann Goering up for sale

Belgrade Jewish cemetery attacked, axe thrown through window

European Jewish Association Chairman expresses solidarity with community, takes matter up with Serbian Minister of Internal Affairs.

'Even Jews in remote locations will be able to light a menorah'

Rabbinical Centre of Europe dispatches 100,000 Hanukkah menorahs to Jewish communities in Europe.

Dutch Chief Rabbi: More talk not enough to fight anti-Semitism

Arutz Sheva speaks with Rabbi Binyomin Jacobst, chief rabbi of the Chief Rabbinate of the Netherlands, at the EJA conference in Poland.

100,000 Hanukiahs distributed for Jews across Europe

The RCE and the EJA have launched a cross-continental initiative to spread the light of Hannukah

Jews warn: Europe could be 'Juden Frei' in ten years

European Jewish Association brings ministers, lawmakers to Auschwitz and Krakow to mark 83rd anniversary of Kristallnacht.

Rabbi Yisrael Meir Lau: Holocaust must never be globalized

Holocaust will never be forgotten, but anti-Semitism will continue to exist, survivor Rabbi Meir Lau tells Arutz Sheva at EJA conference.

EU Jewish leader to politicians: Anti-Semitism cannot be ignored

Rabbi Menachem Margolin, Chairman of EJA, speaks to Arutz Sheva about combating anti-Semitism and Holocaust education in Europe.

Greece: Kosher slaughter 'under direct attack'

European Jewish Association slams decision of Greek Supreme Court whereby slaughter without stunning violates EU law.

EU Jewish org releases 10-point plan to eradicate anti-Semitism

Rabbi Menachem Margolin, chair of the EJA, speaks to Arutz Sheva about the "Ten Commandments to eradicate anti-Semitism."

Survey paints troubling picture of anti-Semitism in Europe

Arutz Sheva speaks to Rabbi Shlomo Koves about his organization's new survey that maps anti-Semitic trends in Europe.

'Jews exploit Holocaust,' many Europeans say

Europe-wide survey unveils disturbing findings on anti-Semitism ahead of EJA conference.

26 lending centers planned for Europe's Jews before year's end

Free medical equipment lending network for Jewish communities starts roll-out across Europe.

Belgian govt. to remove army protection from Jewish institutions

European Jewish Association alarmed by decision to remove army protection for Jewish institutions on September 1 despite high threat levels.

100,000 packages of matzah distributed despite border closures

Rabbinical Centre of Europe distributes 100,000 packages of top-tier matzah to Jewish communities around the continent.

Online commemoration of Int'l Holocaust Remembrance Day

EJA hosts online International Holocaust Memorial Day ceremony featuring hundreds of EU heads, Parliamentarians and Jewish leaders.

EJA to mark Holocaust Remembrance Day with large online event

"The lessons of the Holocaust have seldom been more pressing or important.”

Hungarian Deputy PM blasts kosher slaughter ruling as 'disgrace'

European Jewish Association Chair: 'Hungary has consistently shown action to match its words, we hope other countries will follow.'

EJA laments ECJ ruling on kosher slaughter in Belgium

“Bogus animal welfare claims are being used to penalize a practice that puts care and respect for animals at its very core."

After Yom Kippur attacks, Jewish leaders meet with EU officials

Following string of attacks during Yom Kippur and amid bids to ban circumcision and kosher slaughter, Jewish leaders meet with EU officials.

European Jews hold memorial for coronavirus victims

Arutz Sheva to broadcast European Jews' virtual memorial event in memory of thousands of Jewish Corona victims from across the continent.

Europe: Preparing for Passover in the shadow of Corona Crisis

Alongside logistical challenges European Jews face anti-Semitic propaganda that attributes the Corona epidemic to a “Jewish conspiracy.”

Watch Live: Jews for a better future

EJA, Consistoire Central World Zionist Organization, hold conference entitled: Jews in Europe: United for Better Future.

'We need to safeguard Jews in Europe'

'We need more than 'Never Again' to safeguard Jews in Europe,' EU Jewish chief says.

'Hungary is the safest place for Jews'

Hungary's Minister of Justice Judit Varga: Our Jewish community ​is enjoying a​ renaissance, we have "zero tolerance" for anti-Semitism.

Israel's destruction is a foundation of Iranian ideology

Iranian born Jewish activist says that Iran is today 'officially' antisemitic, and eliminating Israel has become an official state policy

'Israel is not treated like any other country'

The President of the Austrian National Council declares that Austrians "will not avoid responsibility" and commits to fighting antisemitism.

'Poles & Jews will guard the truth about the Holocaust'

"We're guardians of historical truth," says Polish President. "We can't allow the truth about the Holocaust to be blurred and forgotten."

'European Jews are breathing a sigh of relief after Corbyn lost'

Chief of European Jewish Association celebrates Corbyn's election defeat. 'This election wasn't about right vs left, it was right vs wrong.'

'Nazi memorabilia should not be traded

European Jewish Association calls on Munich Auction house to cancel sale of items belonging to Hess, Goring, Himmler and Hitler himself.