Anti-Semitism is still a deeply-rooted phenomenon in many democracies, despite efforts by governments and NGOs to tackle it. In addition to 'traditional' anti-Semitism, new forms and expressions of anti-Semitism are being manifested around the world.
Neo-Nazi fliers target Jewish neighborhood in Jacksonville - Florida Times-Union
'Stop anti-Semitism now while there is still time', former UK chief rabbi tells Europeans
Chuck Schumer: 'Anti-Semitism is in far too many European homes'
Jews, and Jewish sites, are often the main targets of terrorists. The WJC works to fight terrorism by advocating a halt in arms proliferation to terrorist groups, better international cooperation, and the protection of Jewish institutions.
Jewish officials briefed on terror threats ahead of High Holy Days - Jerusalem Post
'Excellent relations with Jewish community and Israel,’ Azerbaijan’s president tells WJC delegation
9/11 memorial in Jerusalem / Lauder: 'Nowhere in the world is terror understood better than in Israel'
The WJC has always spearheaded dialogue between the three Abrahamic religions - Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Inter-faith cooperation can make an important contribution to peace around the world and to better understanding between communities in our societies.
Integration of migrants is critical, Pope Francis tells World Jewish Congress leaders
WJC’s Latin American arm to cooperate with Argentina to prep peacekeeping soldiers
Jews and Muslims form enduring friendships at Brooklyn camp - Forward
The plight and concerns of Jews who fled from,or still live in, Arab lands after 1948 are not well-known. The WJC is committed to raising this issue with governments and international organizations.
World Jewish Congress marks 80th anniversary of its creation
Kurdistan official launches appeal to save Jewish tomb - Jerusalem Post
Israel secretly seeking restitution for Jewish property from Arab states, Iran - Haaretz
Around the world, Israel’s right to exist as a Jewish state is constantly questioned. The WJC and its affiliates actively defend the legitimacy of Israel on all levels and support the state against unfair and biased attacks.
'He embodied the Zionist dream': World Jewish Congress mourns passing of Shimon Peres
Hamas should be removed from terror lists, top EU court official recommends - Independent
Anti-BDS campaign blasts churches for 'classic anti-Semitism' - Israel Hayom
Seven decades after the Shoah, some countries still have not returned stolen Jewish property. The WJC defends the rights of the victims and their heirs. It also strives to ensure that the greatest crime in the history of mankind is not denied or trivialized.
Jewish World War II 'avenger’ Harmatz dead at 91 - Associated Press
Rivlin to meet with Jewish and world leaders in Ukraine - Jerusalem
Auschwitz victim Jane Haining's last words to pupils revealed - BBC News
