News for European Jewish Congress EJC: European Parliament took 'vital step towards resolving Israeli-Palestinian conflict'EJC applauds European Parliament decision to censure UNRWA over anti-Semitism in its textbooks. Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Buddhist partner to protect houses of worship.European Jewish Congress partners with Christian, Muslim and Buddhist communities in EU-awarded grant to protect houses of worship. European Jewish Congress calls on EU to prioritize vaccines for Holocaust survivorsEJC President Dr. Moshe Kantor calls on EU members to ensure Holocaust survivors have access to COVID vaccine as soon as possible. Dr. Moshe Kantor reelected as European Jewish Congress PresidentVote seen as a resounding vote of confidence in Dr. Kantor's leadership by the representatives of Europe’s Jewish communities. European Jewish Congress to Portuguese parliament : Don't harm Sephardi citizenship lawEuropean Jewish Congress president calls to ensure law allowing Sephardi Jews citizenship not thwarted by attempts to harm applicability. EJC President bestows Golden Vision award on Pope FrancisIn meeting with Pope Francis at the Vatican, Dr. Moshe Kantor discussed next World Holocaust Forums to focus on ethical and moral issues. Moshe Kantor: There are places that are dangerous for JewsAt Yediot Aharonot conference, European Jewish Congress president says there are 'definitely' places in Europe which are dangerous for Jews. European Jewish Congress rips ruling in Sarah Halimi murder caseEJC expresses 'shock and indignation' after man who murdered elderly Jewish woman found 'not criminally responsible' because he smoked pot. 'Anti-Zionism is almost always a mask of hatred for Jews'EJC President praises French Parliament ruling equating anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism: 'Logical and important.' EJC: Attack should send shock waves in Germany and beyondEuropean Jewish Congress condemns attack on Jewish worshipers in the eastern Germany city of Halle. European Jewish Congress mourns Sec-Gen Serge Cwajgenbaum'Across Europe, Jewish communities mourn, cherish Serge’s memory. His moral character, devotion to Jewish life were an inspiration to many.' EJC: Closing of Vilnius synagogue 'extremely ominous sign'European Jewish Congress calls on Lithuania to act more strongly against anti-Semitism after Jewish leaders close capital's sole synagogue. 13% increase in violent anti-Semitic attacks worldwide in 2018In report, Dr. Moshe Kantor warns of an increasing sense of emergency among Jewish communities worldwide. EJC welcomes life sentence to Brussels Jewish museum killerEuropean Jewish Congress welcomes life sentence handed down to Mehdi Nemmouche. EJC applauds French MPs who say anti-Zionism is anti-SemitismEuropean Jewish Congress welcomes discussions in the French Parliament on how to criminalize anti-Zionism as a form of anti-Semitism. Anti-Semitism in Europe: Have we returned to 75 years ago?Ukraine Chief Rabbi: How is it 75 years after the Holocaust they can outlaw shechita and brit milah and Jews feel unsafe in Europe? "Time to give meaning to the phrase 'Never Again'"European Union parliament marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day with special commemorative event in Brussels. 'Unprecedented declaration' in fight against anti-SemitismEJC applauds EU's historic declaration on fight against anti-Semitism and development of a common security approach for Jewish communities. Netanyahu: Anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism are one and the sameIsraeli premier praises Austrian chancellor for confronting anti-Semitism, as Austria hosts conference on anti-Semitism and anti-Zionism.EJC: Fight anti-Semitism, don't honor Ken LoachEuropean Jewish Congress calls on Brussels university to revoke decision to honor Ken Loach. 'We can be stronger than anti-Semitism'Leaders gather in Vienna for five-day conference aimed at finding solutions to anti-Semitism.Jewish leader calls for ambitious solutions to anti-SemitismEJC President Dr. Moshe Kantor opens five-day conference on anti-Semitism in Vienna, calls for practical solutions.Jewish leader: Anti-Zionism is the worst form of anti-SemtismEuropean Jewish Congress President calls on OSCE members to adopt IHRA definition of anti-Semitism. Watch: Memorial prayer recited at European ParliamentIDF Chief Cantor Shai Abramson sings 'Kel Malei Rahamim' prayer at international Holocaust Remembrance Day ceremony in European Parliament. EJC President warns Europe as Holocaust memory fadesWATCH: European Jewish leader warns Europe's immunization to anti-Semitism is ending as Holocaust memory fades. 'Grave concern about Freedom Party joining Austrian Government''Freedom Party can not use Jewish community as fig leaf and must show tolerance and acceptance towards all communities and minorities.' European Jewish Congress: No meetings with Far-RightRepresentative organization of European Jewry tells French president it opposes all meetings with far-right parties. Far-right party places second in Austrian national electionsJewish groups call on largest party after Austrian elections to form government without the second largest party, the extreme Freedom Party.European Jewish Congress decries PA acceptance into Interpol'PA must cease incitement and support for terror before being allowed to join international police organization.' Polish leader denounces anti-Semitism, praises IsraelJaroslaw Kaczynski, head of Poland's governing party, denounces anti-Semitism after Jewish groups express concern.European Jewish Congress: French government must take actionEJC calls on French authorities to take stronger measures against anti-Semitism, says words are important but not enough. EJC slams Poland’s ‘lack of concern’ over anti-SemitismEuropean Jewish Congress issues unusual condemnation of Polish government for ignoring growth and spread of anti-Semitism. Hamas dismisses ECJ ruling on terror listHamas rejects ruling of European Court of Justice that it should be left on the EU list of terror organizations. EU court: Hamas still considered a terror organizationJewish groups welcome EU's decision to keep Hamas on terror list, express hope that authorities will clamp down on Hamas supporters. EJC says Jean-Marie Le Pen belongs in jailThe European Jewish Congress called on the French judiciary to throw the book at known anti-Semite Jean-Marie Le Pen 'An attack on one religion is an attack on all religions'European Jewish Congress condemns attack on worshipers at London mosque, calls on all peoples and faiths to stand together against terror. Israeli innovation celebrated at the European ParliamentEuropean Parliament holds ‘Innovation across borders’ conference to highlight Israeli contributions to innovation and technology. European Jewish Congress: Horror and sadness over London attackEJC issues prudent condemnation; leadership for Jews gingerly avoided.'The EP must adopt working definition of anti-Semitism'European Jewish Congress: “Those who seek to confound methods to combat anti-Semitism must be called out for what they are.' Europe's Jewish leaders congratulate MacronConference of European Rabbis, European Jewish Congress congratulate Emmanuel Macron for winning presidential runoff.'Banning kosher slaughter attacks our status as equal citizens'European Jewish Congress slams decision by Belgian lawmakers to effectively ban kosher slaughter of meat. Jewish organizatons unite in condemnation of UNESCO voteAmerican Jewish Congress, European Jewish Congress respond to 'diplomatic assault'. Pope speaks about Holocaust Memorial DayOn International Holocaust Memorial Day, EJC President Kantor meets with the Pope at the Vatican and gives him a blessing for his home. EJC president: Europe must prove Jews have a future hereEuropean Jewish Congress (EJC) President Dr. Moshe Kantor called on European leaders to adopt IHRA definition of anti-Semitism. UK Counter Extremism Bill applauded by EJC headEJC President Moshe Kantor lauds UK Government’s Counter-Extremism Bill at Policy Conference speaking alongside the British Home Secretary. EJC 'appalled' by idea of de-terrorizing HamasEuropean Jewish Council blasts EU court official's recommendation to remove Hamas from terror list, says evidence of terrorism abundant.EJC: France attack is an attack on all religionsHead of the European Jewish Congress condemns ISIS attack on a church in Normandy. Abbas's speech 'a reminder why we have no peace’Jewish leaders respond to PA President Mahmoud Abbas’ speech to the European Parliament. Outrage after MEP compares Jews to 'rash'EJC calls for retribution after convicted terrorist and British MEP Martina Anderson makes the comment in European Parliament.'Jews the victim of a new political correctness'EJC President says anti-Semitism not treated as bigotry in Sweden, where 'Islamophobia' is considered a far more serious issue. European Jewish leaders decry Brussels attacksEuropean Jewish leaders respond to Brussels attacks, call for a united Europe against radical Islamistc terrorism. 'Finally the UK is fighting BDS anti-Israel hate'EJC welcomes upcoming announcement of bill to stop 'anti-Semitism' that seeks Israel's 'eradication. 'BDS often turns out to be pure anti-Semitism'President of European Union of Jewish Students says the boycott Israel movement has prompted Jewish students to hide their identities. 'Jews should not be living in fear'European Commission's coordinator on combating anti-Semitism, stresses need to protect Europe's Jews.'Words will not protect Jews on streets of Europe'EJC President Moshe Kantor urges EU to take 'stronger steps' to stop flood of attacks targeting 'Europe's most loyal minority.' 'Holocaust deniers sitting in the EU parliament'European Parliament President Martin Schulz warns European leaders to confront reemerging 'demons' of anti-Semitism. Blair: Time to get Israel recognized in the regionAddressing European Jewish Congress, former British PM says there is an opportunity to form new alliances between Israel and its neighbors. |
