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“The Jewish community is now very much on its toes”
In the last three weeks, 850 anti-Semitic acts have been reported in France. In addition, acts of violence referring to Islamist thinking have raised the terrorist threat in France. The…
“Jewish life is like Russian roulette,” says the head of Berlin’s Jewish community in an interview with EPN
BERLIN Bread, wine and candles are laid on the long festive table. There are 220 empty chairs around, each of which has been taped with the picture and name of…
Israel-Hamas war: the German Jewish community worried about the rise in anti-Semitic acts
A synagogue attacked in Berlin, David’s crosses on Jewish buildings, Israeli flags torn down, anti-Semitic slogans during Palestinian demonstrations… Anti-Semitic acts have increased significantly in Germany since the start of…
Israel-Hamas war: “There is a certain intimacy between the United States and the Jewish state”
Since Hamas launched an unprecedented attack in 50 years against Israel on October 7, US President Joe Biden has continued to reaffirm his “solid and unwavering” support for the Jewish…
Jewish Congregation: Do not speak Hebrew openly
“We urge everyone to leave Jewish symbols at home, such as Stars of David and kippahs for example,” reads part of the email. Hebrew speakers are asked not to speak…
“I’m afraid of what could happen here”: in Paris, the Jewish community between fear and emotion
Closed against other groups of demonstrators, Eliav raises his voice to be heard. “I’m here to support my family and my friends in Israel, and my people. I couldn’t see…
Hamas attack on Israel: security reinforced in France on Jewish community sites
Security was reinforced this Saturday, October 7 around places of worship and Jewish educational establishments in France, particularly in Paris and its suburbs, after the attack launched against Israel by…
Jerusalem Christians targeted by Jewish extremists
Spitting, insults, desecration of church and cemetery… The Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs published a press release on Tuesday, October 3, denouncing acts “ odious “. Since the far right…
Jewish pilgrims in Ukraine defy the war
previous full screen Next Despite warnings, tens of thousands of Orthodox Jews have traveled to Uman in Ukraine in connection with the Jewish New Year. 1 / 2Photo: Efrem Lukatsky/AP/TT…
Jewish pilgrims in Ukraine defy the war
Ukrainian authorities increased security ahead of this year’s Jewish holiday, while urging pilgrims to heed warnings. The festival, which lasts from Friday to Sunday, has gathered over 30,000 participants. —…