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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.

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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

A World Jewish Congress delegation met Slovenian Prime Minister Janez Janša and senior officials following the opening of Israel’s first resident embassy in Ljubljana.

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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

“The enemies of the Jews have to understand if you go after us, there’s going to be a price,” Dermer said. “We’re going to lose battles. But in fighting those battles, we will restore deterrence.”

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Ronald Lauder (Illustrative).

Israel Needs Units 8300, 8400, and 8500

Israel built extraordinary institutions to defend itself in war. Now it must build institutions capable of securing the peace and shaping its future.

|ByRONALD S. LAUDER

No. 44: Ronald Lauder and Mark Wilf: Standing at the forefront of the fight against antisemitism

Ronald Lauder and Mark Wilf represent Jewish leadership that combines vision, philanthropy, and commitment to Israel and world Jewry.

SEPTEMBER 21, 2025ByESTHER DAVIS
(L-R): Ronald Lauder, Mark Wilf

Center for Jewish Impact Chairman at JP Diplomatic Conference:

“Civil society opens doors. Traditional diplomacy closes the deals”

SEPTEMBER 18, 2025ByALAN ROSENBAUM
Robert Singer, Chairman of the Center for Jewish Impact (CJI), and former CEO of the World Jewish Congress (WJC).

'Torn apart, held in darkness, denied food, medicine, and dignity': Hostage families speak at UNHRC

Hostage families shared harrowing testimony at the UN, urging swift action to save their loved ones from Hamas captivity.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
During today’s September session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, two video statements were screened on behalf of families of hostages held in Gaza. on September 17th, 2025.

Grapevine, September 12, 2025: The ever-revolving door

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
BARBARA SOFER (middle-left) and Barbara Goldstein flanked by Hadassah event chair Anne Rothenberg (left) and Hadassah Israel National President Rivkah Cooper.

Grapevine, July 18, 2025: Courting controversy

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

JULY 18, 2025ByGREER FAY CASHMAN
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee arrives to a court hearing of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the Tel Aviv District Court, July 16, 2025.

A New Milestone for the History Books

President Trump takes a momentous step for the free world

JUNE 23, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
"President Trump, you have made history."

From Alexander the Great to Donald Trump

Leaders who showed their respect to the Jewish people in troubled times

JUNE 23, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
President Donald Trump - today's Alexander the Great

WJC Israel head Sylvan Adams urges US President Trump to join war on Iran

“This is your Churchillian moment. Help rid the world of this scourge.”

JUNE 19, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sylvan Adams, President of the World Jewish Congress Israel Region

Herzog awards Israel’s top civilian honor to Lauder following his re-election

President Isaac Herzog presented Ronald S. Lauder with the Presidential Medal of Honor after his unanimous re-election at the World Jewish Congress Plenary Assembly in Jerusalem.

MAY 28, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
President Isaac Herzog and World Jewish Congress President Ronald Lauder in Jerusalem

Sylvan Adams Named To The Inaugural 2025 Time100 Philanthropy List

TIME Magazine has named the 100 most influential leaders in global philanthropy shaping the future of giving

MAY 25, 2025ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF
Sylvan Adams