🇮🇪 Ireland will hold the upcoming Presidency of @EUCouncil starting on July 1. It has an important role in protecting Jewish life in Europe.
WJC's Executive VP Maram Stern (right) and Director of European Affairs Dany Levin Prist (left) met in Dublin today with @ThomasByrneTD, Ireland's Minister of State for European Affairs and Defence, to discuss how we can cooperate in addressing antisemitism, particularly through the implementation of the EU's Digital Services Act.
We welcome the consensus decision by the 27 foreign ministers of the EU to designate and list the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist organization.
This is a long overdue step that reflects the reality of the grave threat posed by the Iranian regime to EU security, regional stability, and democratic societies worldwide.
For years, we have warned that the IRGC is the engine behind Iran’s system of state-sponsored terrorism and the primary instrument through which Tehran exports violence, extremism and repression far beyond its borders.
Through its extensive network of proxies, the IRGC has enabled and directed attacks against Jewish communities, EU and international interests, and countless innocent civilians across the Middle East and beyond.
At the same time, it has played a leading role in the brutal repression of peaceful protests inside Iran, carrying out serious human rights violations and demonstrating complete contempt for fundamental freedoms and international law.
This designation will trigger asset freezes and travel bans, placing the IRGC alongside terrorist entities such as al-Qaeda and Islamic State under the EU’s sanctions regime. It sends a tangible message that the European Union will no longer tolerate the export of terrorism and repression from Tehran.
This step must now be matched by strong and consistent enforcement, including the dismantling of the IRGC’s financial and operational networks within the EU, so that this decision delivers real consequences and meaningful protection for European citizens, Jewish communities, and democratic societies worldwide.
🔗 WJC statement: https://t.co/01JWPLUIvi
This is the moral clarity that is sorely needed from more world leaders during times like these.
Thank you, @EP_President for your strong words.
The IRGC is the number one sponsor of terrorism globally. Now is the time for all nations to designate it as such.
From jihadists to far-right and far-left extremism, #antisemitism fuels dehumanization, radicalization, and violence. Preventing it is essential for a safe and secure Europe.
At the @EU_Commission’s 8th Working Group on implementing the 🇪🇺 EU Strategy on combating antisemitism in Brussels today, organized by @EUAntisemitism, Ernest Herzog, WJC's Head of Combating Antisemitism, Intelligence and Security, warned that antisemitism is a growing threat to our security, democracy, and society.
WJC welcomes the 🇪🇺 @EUCouncil's reaffirmation of its dedication to fighting antisemitism, as reflected in their Conclusions that were adopted today.
The European Council Conclusions - agreed by consensus among all 27 EU heads of state and government - set the political direction for the EU and guide the work of EU institutions and member states.
Having a dedicated paragraph condemning all forms of anti-Jewish hatred is particularly important in the immediate aftermath of the devastating terror attack that targeted Australia’s Jewish community during Hanukkah.
Governments must leverage the inclusion of this crucial clause as a catalyst to enact stricter measures to protect Jewish members of their own countries.
Over many months, WJC engaged closely with the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU, contributing directly to the inclusion of clear and dedicated language on antisemitism in the European Council’s Conclusions.
We will continue supporting the EU and its member states in implementing meaningful, effective measures to combat antisemitism and foster Jewish life.
Statement 🔗 https://t.co/L34DU3HjCF
🇪🇺 @kschnurbein, Coordenadora @EUAntisemitism, esteve em Lisboa para encontros institucionais no âmbito da Estratégia Europeia #No2Antisemitism.
Reuniões com Governo 🇵🇹, Parlamento, e Comunidade Judaica.
Compromisso firme com tolerância e inclusão.
#EU4JewishLif🇪🇺 @kschnurbein, Coordenadora @EUAntisemitism, esteve em Lisboa para encontros institucionais no âmbito da Estratégia Europeia #No2Antisemitism.
Reuniões com Governo 🇵🇹, Parlamento, e Comunidade Judaica.
Compromisso firme com tolerância e inclusão.
#EU4JewishLif🇪🇺 @kschnurbein, Coordenadora @EUAntisemitism, esteve em Lisboa para encontros institucionais no âmbito da Estratégia Europeia #No2Antisemitism.
Reuniões com Governo 🇵🇹, Parlamento, e Comunidade Judaica.
Compromisso firme com tolerância e inclusão.
#EU4JewishLife
Together w/ @CILisboa1911, @WorldJewishCong hosted @EUAntisemitism in Lisbon to explore 🇵🇹 Jewish life & meet local orgs and authorities. The appointment of @joaotgama as national coordinator is key progress toward a national plan to fight antisemitism & support Jewish community.
An important step in strengthening the fight against antisemitism in Portugal. Congratulations to @joaotgama on this appointment—we look forward to working together to ensure a comprehensive strategy that protects Jewish communities and fosters Jewish life. 🇵🇹🇪🇺
Important meeting today of WJC's SECCA forum (Special Envoys & Coordinators Combating Antisemitism) in Krakow, discussing with Jewish communities how we can address their biggest worries when it comes to #antisemitism.
This is especially pressing as - while marking 80 years since Auschwitz - we are seeing a rise in fringe political movements with real consequences on communities.
The SECCA forum is an integral platform to connect Jewish communities with decision-makers and exchange on-the-ground realities and efforts.
Remembering with @danyleprist Ms Dora Shur, daughter of Arie and Shoshana. 🕯️
Born in #Bialystok, Poland in 1892.
And murdered in Bialystok in 1942 at the age of 50 by the Nazis and their collaborators.
May her memory be a blessing.
#WeRemember
As we commemorate International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we mark the 80th year since the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
We remember the unprecedented horrors of the Holocaust and we condemn in the strongest possible terms the alarming rise of antisemitism in all its forms.
We denounce all forms of discrimination, intolerance, racism and xenophobia, and will take action to address these threats to our societies.
We stand united: Never again is now.
#NeverAgain
Tomorrow marks 80 years since the liberation of the Nazi concentration and extermination camp of Auschwitz-Birkenau.
We will never forget the 6 million Jews murdered in cold blood and all the victims of the Holocaust.
As the last survivors fade, it is our duty as Europeans to remember the unspeakable crimes and to honour the memories of the victims.
Today marks 80 years since the liberation of the Nazi German concentration and extermination camp Auschwitz-Birkenau.
On the International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we honour the memory of the millions of innocent lives lost.
#WeRemember
Honoured to speak on behalf of @WorldJewishCong about the importance of Shoah remembrance and education today, when we mark 80 years since the liberation of Auschwitz. When hate and fear rise again, we must make sure that the lessons from the past are passed on.
'Much more needs to be done, especially now we're losing the voices of the survivors.'
Danny Levin Prist believes ministries of education across the world should be devoting 'more resources and training' to help teachers have a full understanding of the Holocaust.
Thank you to @WorldJewishCong for the productive meeting.
It’s crucial that we continue working together to combat antisemitism and protect European Jewish communities. The European Parliament is committed to fight any form of hatred and I look forward to our collaboration!
The security of our ✡️ Jewish communities is paramount.
WJC w/ @HU24EU @EU_Commission & @eurojewcong convened a security conference in Brussels today focusing on the safety of Jewish communities across Europe post-October 7, bringing together public officials, security experts, and Jewish community leaders.
The issue of Jewish security requires urgent collaboration between public authorities and Jewish leaders.
Horrified and shocked by the attacks in Amsterdam on #Makkabi football fans last night, reminiscent of Europe's dark days just as we prepare to remember #Pogrom Night of 1938. Trusting the Dutch authorities will investigate, prosecute and reestablish security for Jews people.
👏 We welcome the @EUCouncil's unanimous approval today of their Declaration on Fostering Jewish Life and Combating Antisemitism.
This declaration reflects a clear understanding by EU member-states that combating #antisemitism requires serious, coordinated action. Thank you to the leadership of @HU24EU during this critical moment for Jewish communities around Europe.
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