Irina Bokova

UNESCO head stresses Jewish link to Jerusalem

UNESCO Director General Irina Bokova promises to defend the rightful links of all three monotheistic religions to Jerusalem.

Petition signed by over 76,000 people calls on UNESCO to recognize the connection between the Jewish people and the land of Israel.

UNESCO Director General speaks out against resolution that disregards the Jewish connection to the Temple Mount and the Western Wall.

UN’s cultural body says Holocaust cartoon contest fosters hatred to violence and racism.

UNESCO head calls for 'respect and dialogue' following outrage over its decision, but does not take back saying Temple Mount is Muslim.

Akunis writes head of UN body that declared Temple Mount to be Muslim only, decries their 'resounding lack of historical knowledge.'

UNESCO deletes connection between Western Wall, Temple Mount and Jews; Yair Lapid: decision extends terror wave.

UNESCO chief Irina Bokova welcomes Syria's push to recapture heritage city from ISIS jihadists.

UN’s cultural body condemns destruction by ISIS of antiquities in Syrian city.

UNESCO chief Irina Bokova calls for a campaign against ISIS "culture cleansing".

UNESCO condemns 'appalling' destruction as reports surface city has been razed; archaeologists lament loss.

The United Nations’ cultural body cancels Jewish exhibit, citing "concerns for Israel-PA peace talks."