Syria’s Jewish Community: $10 Billion Lost to Persecution and Confiscation, Report Says
Jews lived in Syria for 2,500 years, with the primary communities being in Damascus and Aleppo.
Portuguese Holocaust Museum and British Embassy Mark Anniversary of Kristallnacht
Israeli Ambassador: “The key difference between today and then is the Jewish people were unprotected and vulnerable whereas now we have a strong, independent state with the right as well as the ability to defend itself.”
Gerardo Werthein Sworn In on a Chumash as Argentina’s Foreign Minister
“As the Rebbe would often say, we wish you blessings and success," President Milei concluded, referring to Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson, the late Lubavitcher Rebbe.
US Jews Increased by 134% Purchases of Israeli Judaica Since October 7
“The majority of respondents shared that the conflict fostered a deeper connection to their faith and empathy toward Israel, leading them to purchase Israeli-made Judaica.”
Argentina Busts Terror Cell Plotting Attacks on Jewish Community
"We are going to get rid of each and every one of these criminals who intend to sow fear in Argentines and they will pay," says Argentine Security Minister Patricia Bullrich.
Effort to Delay World Zionist Congress Vote Defeated
"Pushing off the election would have disenfranchised so many Jews around the world that want to connect to Israel and be part of this election."
Israeli Travelers Warned of Iranian Terror Threats Abroad
Jerusalem urged citizens abroad to increase their vigilance, conceal Jewish and Israeli symbols, and stay away from large events and protests.
Israeli Officials Encourage ‘Aliyah’ While Affirming US Jewish Communities Strong
“We’re absolutely not competing. We are completing each other,” said Ron Brummer, deputy director general at the Israeli Ministry of Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism.
Jewish New Yorkers, Police Brace for Pro-Hamas Protests at Israel Parade
Only 20% of recent past attendees plan on marching this year.
Iranian Jew at ‘Imminent Risk’ of Execution after Appeal Rejected
The Islamic Republic executed 853 people in 2023.
Argentina Asks Interpol to Arrest Iranian Minister over AMIA Attack
Earlier this month, the Court of Cassation in Buenos Aires issued a ruling blaming Tehran for the 1994 bombing.
Orthodox Union Delivers 100,000 Pro-Israel Letters to White House
The Jewish organization has collected 180,000 letters to U.S. President Joe Biden, marking the 180 days since Oct. 7.
Elder of Ziyon: Many JCCs ‘Quietly’ Stripping Israel from Their Missions
“These were conscious decisions to remove Zionism as a core value in various JCCs,” the pro-Israel writer reported.
Israel’s Ambassador, Bnai Brith Portugal Warn Silence of Portuguese Politicians Could Lead to Antisemitic...
At a recent demonstration for better housing in Porto, some protesters instructed people “not to rent a house from Zionist murderers,” and "Neither Haifa nor Boavista, out with Zionist capital".
El Al Cancelling South Africa
It might also be a good time for all the Jews left in South Africa to pack up and leave.
Elon Musk, Ben Shapiro Tour Auschwitz-Birkenau Site While in Poland
They laid wreaths, lit candles and observed a memorial service ahead of International Holocaust Remembrance Day on Jan. 27.
SA Jews Protest Firing of Jewish Cricket Captain Ahead of U-19 World Cup
“There is political interference stemming from South Africa’s relationship with Iran, Hamas, Qatar and others that is now starting to affect the local Jewish community,” said the South African Zionist Federation.
700 North Americans Make Aliyah Following Oct. 7 Attacks
Over 200 olim landed at Ben-Gurion Airport in the last week of 2023.
Pro-Hamas-Genocide Supporters Attack Home of AIPAC President
The assault on his home happened on Thanksgiving.
Ben Ezra Synagogue in Cairo Reopens after Significant Restoration
The current building dates to the late 19th century, though the synagogue’s origins trace all the way back to Maimonides and the Middle Ages.
Yad Vashem Cutting Ties with US Fundraising Partner
The American Society for Yad Vashem has accused the Holocaust memorial's chairman Dani Dayan of attempting to "raid" an endowment built for the museum's perpetual support.
Rhode Island Judge Approves Eviction of Touro Synagogue Tenants
New York's Congregation Shearith Israel says the congregation has failed to be a good steward of the site.
When Lincoln Borrowed a Philadelphia Rabbi’s Tammuz 17 Reference for the Gettysburg Address
In 1863, the day of Shabbat, July 4, Independence Day, fell on the first day of the three weeks, Tammuz 17, but because it was Shabbat, as is the case this year, 2019, the fast was pushed off to Sunday.
Minister Chikli Holds Meetings with Jewish Federations of North America
"Jewish Federations were proud to convene and host a series of productive meetings this week with Israel's Minister of Diaspora Affairs Amichai Chikli."
Further Details on the Harassment of Simcha Rothman in New York
Simcha Rothman describes the attack on him and his wife on Friday night.
Rothman: Israel Parade Judicial-Reform Protesters ‘Make Our Enemies Happy’
The pro-Israel parade in New York on June 4 should be a time of unity, even as protests are welcome elsewhere, Simcha Rothman told JNS.
Tunisia: Terrorist Attacks Lag Ba’Omer Event in Djerba [Updated]
A number of people have been killed and wounded.
Netanyahu Pulls Out of JFNA Summit in Tel Aviv Amid Planned Protests
The Jewish Federations last week said it had decided not to boycott the prime minister as demanded by obscure and unnamed groups.
Minister of Aliyah Ofir Sofer Makes First Visit to the US
Sofer met with a number of Jewish organizations.
Conservative Rabbis’ Cancel Culture Infects Prayer for Israel
Kalmanofsky stated that he does not want Israeli leader's efforts to succeed.