Latin america

Meet the small, growing wave of Latin American IDF lone soldiers

A growing network of Latin American lone soldiers are building a roadmap for those following in their footsteps

Ofir Levy with the Panamanian flag during his ‘masa kumta,’ the final march marking the completion of combat training in the IDF. Premium
Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader addressing CAM's sixth-annual Latin American Forum Against Antisemitism, in Santo Domingo, Aug. 25, 2026.

‘Antisemitism is a threat to democratic coexistence’

Dominican Republic President Luis Abinader addresses CAM's sixth-annual Latin American Forum Against Antisemitism, in Santo Domingo, Aug. 25, 2026.

Dominican Republic announces adoption of IHRA antisemitism definition

US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents patrol at Washington Reagan National Airport in Arlington, Virginia, US, March 24, 2026.

Venezuelans, Cubans among deportees to Liberia under Trump deal, official says


From Essaouira to Latin America: Reviving the Moroccan Jewish Diaspora’s rich history

'These exchanges culminated in a collective commitment to strengthen bonds between Jewish communities across Latin America and their historical roots in Morocco.'

 JACOB MARRACHE presents to the director of Bayt Dakira Ghita Rabouli the book resulting from his project transcribing ‘beit din’ ledger books from Essaouira dating from 1919 to the 1960s.

Education, leadership, and hope reunited in Buenos Aires

The Jewish Educational Vision Forum took place recently in Buenos Aires, bringing together school principals from 11 Latin American countries to promote collaboration and networking.

 Mr. Silvio Joskowicz, member of the board of the World Zionist Organization and head of the department for Zionist enterprise

Argentinian President Javier Milei receives ILAN's first Innovation in Politics Award

According to the statement, ILAN operates on the 'Israeli Innovation Triangle' model, which unites government, academia, and private initiative to achieve a effective innovation ecosystem.

Argentinian President Javier Milei receives ILAN's 1st Innovation in Politics Award.

Jewish leaders from 17 countries convene, discussing Latin American Judaism post October 7

Latin American Jewish leadership network convenes in Cancún, addressing future challenges.

 142 leaders from 17 countries came together in Cancún.

Bolivia coup attempt fails after military assault on presidential palace

Heavily armed soldiers and armored vehicles were seen gathering in the capital's central Plaza Murillo, according to videos shared on social media.

 A soldier sits atop an military vehicle as Bolivia's President Luis Arce "denounced the irregular mobilization" of some units of the country's army, in La Paz, Bolivia June 26, 2024.

Mexico's first Jewish president: Who is Claudia Sheinbaum

Mexico City is home to a large Jewish population, numbering approximately 50,000 people. As the community is largely conservative, most did not vote for her. 

 Former Mexico City Mayor Claudia Sheinbaum gestures as she speaks on the day she is certified as presidential candidate for the ruling National Regeneration Movement (MORENA) party during a ceremony, in Mexico City, Mexico September 10, 2023.

Volcano in Iceland erupts for fifth time since December

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted, shooting lava 50 meters high, causing disruptions, evacuations, and infrastructure damage, highlighting ongoing volcanic activity on the Reykjanes peninsula

 Hot lava flows from Mount Ruang volcano during an eruption in Sitaro, North Sulawesi province, Indonesia, April 17, 2024.

Hatred from the Casa de Nariño: Colombia severs ties with Israel - Opinion

The Colombian President and those who share his beliefs, have chosen to make their stand on the wrong side of history.

 Nitsana Darshan-Leitner

The $20b shipwreck at the heart of a legal dispute in Colombia

Colombia, Spain and an American salvage company all claim ownership of the wreck - dubbed the "Holy Grail of Shipwrecks" - and its cargo.


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)