Ronald S. Lauder

'A true mensch'

WJC President mourns loss of Joe Lieberman

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder says former Senator Lieberman was "a trailblazer for Jewish public servants in the United States".

'Profoundly disrespectful'

WJC President condemns Brazilian President's remarks

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder issues forceful condemnation of Brazilian President's comparison of Israel's actions in Gaza to those of Nazi Germany.

WJC Pres.:

'Genocide charge propaganda to delegitimize Israel'

Amb. Ronald S. Lauder, president of the World Jewish Congress, condemns South African government's attempt to charge Israel with genocide at The Hague.

Finland to ban Holocaust denial

Finland's government outlines plan to fight racism after the cabinet was twice rocked by scandals.

WJC head:

'It's Mayday for the Jewish People'

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder publishes letter in NYT following passage of first judicial reform bill.

WJC condemns antisemitism of UNHRC Commission of Inquiry

"It’s time to disband the investigation," says WJC President Lauder after member of committee probing Israel makes antisemitic statements.

WJC President receives France’s top distinction

French President Emmanuel Macron names World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder a commander of the Legion of Honor.

WJC head:

'Call antisemitism what it really is: Jew hatred'

Ronald Lauder says 'antisemitism' has lost its meaning as hatred of Jews spreads.

WJC denounces Tel Aviv shooting attack

WJC President: We call on Palestinian and Arab leaders to unequivocally condemn the reprehensible violence being directed at civilians.

Shaked: Anti-Semitism on campus is getting worse

Interior Minister meets WJC Pres. Ronald Lauder, discusses Iran nuclear threat, anti-Semitism in the US.

World Jewish Congress focusing on battle to combat anti-Semitism

World Jewish Congress Executive Committee considers how to best fight rising worldwide anti-Semitism at meeting this week.

General Colin Powell was a true Mensch

The United States lost one of its finest military leaders, a great statesman, and a friend of the Jewish people today

WJC slams EU court ruling upholding religious slaughter ban

EU Court of Justice ruling allows Belgium – and by extension other EU states – to ban religious ritual slaughter without pre-stunning.

World Jewish Congress to work with Bahrain to promote peace

World Jewish Congress meets with Bahraini Foreign Minister at the UN to discuss cooperation within the context of the Abraham Accords.

WJC President congratulates new Israeli government

Ronald S. Lauder: I congratulate the leaders of Israel’s political parties who have come together to form a government of national unity.

WJC condemns resolutions targeting Israel

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder says resolutions targeting Israel are shameless.

WJC stands with Israel and welcomes ceasefire

WJC also expresses outrage at surge in anti-Semitic attacks and anti-Semitism on social media during the last 11 days.

World Jewish Congress:

Jewish community has its best friend and ally in the White House

World Jewish Congress President congratulates Biden on his inauguration as the 46th president of the USA

WJC: Bader Ginsburg embodied Jewish value of pursuing justice

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder: May her courage, resilience, and wisdom guide us all as we enter a new year.

WJC condemns attack on head of Austria’s Jewish community

World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder: Such assault on Jews is becoming far too commonplace.

A quiet revolution is changing the Middle East

Peace is within reach and it could be starting with, of all things, a television show. Opinion.

Filipino president praises Hitler

World Jewish Congress condemns "inhumane" statement, calls for apology.

'BDS is the biggest lie of all time'

WJC leader Ronald S. Lauder gives passionate speech against BDS at international UNGA summit, notes the masses blindly following Islamists.

Jewish Leaders Send Condolences to Saudi King

WJC heads representing over 100 Jewish communities tell King Salman: 'may we worship our common God with love and in peace.'

'Good Triumphs Evil' at Nazi Olympic Park

Jewish European Maccabi Games begin at Nazi park in Berlin that was the site of the 1936 Olympic Games.

WJC Head Lauds Cameron for Combatting Anti-Semitism

Ronald S. Lauder hails British PM for his plan to take steps to counter anti-Semitic conspiracy theories.

World Jewish Congress Leader: 'No Reason' to Trust Iran

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder expresses skepticism over the Iran deal, noting 'Tehran has a long history of misleading the world.'

Outrage as Polish Nude Tag Game in Gas Chamber Reinstated

World Jewish Congress President condemns Krakow museum for returning offensive exhibit, after protest had previously closed it.

Helen Mirren Wins World Jewish Congress Recognition Award

Award-winning actress honored with award for those who work on behalf of Jewish people, for her role in the film "Woman in Gold."

Michael Douglas Lauded by WJC Head for Fighting Anti-Semitism

Ronald Lauder praises Douglas for fight against anti-Semitism, BDS, as Hollywood star is in Jerusalem to receive the Genesis Prize.

Obama 'Revives Iran's Economy, Leaves Nuclear Arms Development'

WJC President Lauder expresses doubts on nuclear deal, warning Islamic regime likely to trick the West and get the bomb.

Jewish Leaders Congratulate Netanyahu on Victory

JFNA, WJC leaders hail a victory for Likud and for democracy in the Middle East after the 20th Knesset elections.

Lauder: Peres Works Like a 21-Year-Old

World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder lavishes praise on former Israeli president and his contribution to Israel.

European Jewish Leaders to EU: Protect Jews

WJC, EJA leaders call on Denmark to increase security to Jewish institutions after attacks, urge EU to take 'critical' action.

Emotional Helen Mirren Brings Nazi-looted Art Film to Berlin

Helen Mirren praises 'human story' of the quest to return Nazi-looted art to their rightful owners upon film's premiere.

Jewish Leader Warns Swiss Museum Not to Accept Gift of Nazi Art

WJC leader warns of 'Pandora's box' of consequences if Bern accepts art stolen from Jews by Nazis.

Arutz Sheva interview

'Despite Our Differences, We All Stand Together'

WJC leader Ronald S. Lauder speaks to Arutz Sheva about global Jewry - and why working with governments fends off anti-Semitism.