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European Jewish leaders warn Knesset election could trigger new EU sanctions, surge in antisemitism

“We have been working under the radar with many friendly foreign ministers in Europe to persuade them to block the sanctions until we know what the election will bring,” Muzicant said.

A demonstrator waves a Palestinian flag as protesters face police amid smoke during clashes following a protest against the rising cost of living in Bologna, Italy, October 17, 2026.
A World Jewish Congress delegation meets Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Jansa, September 2026.

World Jewish Congress visits Slovenia after Israel opens first embassy

Former minister of strategic affairs Ron Dermer and World Jewish Congress Israel President Sylvan Adams speak at “Unite. Lead. Fight. - A Conversation with Ambassador Ron Dermer & Sylvan Adams,” in Los Angeles, California, on September 9, 2026.

Dermer, WJC's Adams call for Israel to combat antisemitism with capabilities used to fight Iran

Ronald Lauder (Illustrative).

Israel Needs Units 8300, 8400, and 8500


Netanyahu, a speech isn't enough to fix a country - opinion

The speech in Congress was nice, but Israelis want action and change. That does not come in a speech.

 Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addresses Congress on Wednesday

Lauder Center Kicks Off Season with Tzvika Hadar's Performance in Negev

Hundreds of students enjoy the performance at Lauder Employment Center in Negev, endorsing the revival of Southern Israel's communities.

 WJC President Ronald S. Lauder

'The first premeditated social media war against a people and a nation'

WJC President Ronald S. Lauder says world’s response to Hamas attacks was planned.

 WJC President Ronald S. Lauder

Civil Service Commissioner tours Lauder Employment Center in Beersheba

The Lauder Employment Center was established by Jewish philanthropist and World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder in cooperation with the Jewish National Fund USA.

Daniel Hershkowitz and a delegation of senior officials during a tour of the Lauder Employment Center in Beersheba. May 16, 2024.

Passover 2024: A celebration of resilience and unity

This year Passover comes to us at a complicated time, but precisely in these hard times, the holiday takes on a deeper meaning

 A FAMILY participates in their Passover Seder in 2023.

Organization of American States Secretary-General honored for work countering antisemitism

OAS Secretary-General Luis Almagro is honored for his efforts against antisemitism at a Washington symposium organized by CAM and B’nai B’rith International.

 Luis Almagro, OAS Secretary General (23/2/2017)

Lauder Center, Beersheba Tech. college, hold employment recruit fair

leading manufacturers of consumer products, such as Osem Nestle, Electra, and many other organizations participated.

 THE JOB expo held at the Technological College of Beersheba.

American Jewish groups mourn passing of former US Senator Joe Lieberman

ADL: We're deeply saddened by the passing of former Senator Joe Liberman. As the first Jew to appear on a national Presidential ticket - he often credited Judaism for calling him to public service.

Joe Liberman at the Herzl Conference on October 30, 2019.

US federal judge delegation explores Oct 7 challenge to Israeli legal system

The judges' trip included an exploration of International Humanitarian Law and the laws of war from the Israeli perspective.

 Florida Judge Roy Altman and his delegation of 14 US federal judges in front of Israel's Knesset.

ICJ's anti-Israel ruling a 'dark day in the pursuit of justice' - Jewish orgs.

“Not only is the accusation of genocide false, but we also cannot fail to note how this case cheapens the very essence of the term 'genocide,'" the European Jewish Congress said.

 Demonstrations outside the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague