The parliaments of Latvia and Estonia launched Israel Allies Caucuses this week, and Christian denominations in both countries rallied in support of Israel, thanks to the efforts of the Knesset Christian Allies Caucus (KCAC), the World Jewish Congress Israel (WJC) and the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem (ICEJ).
“The World Jewish Congress is committed to strengthening ties between Israel and Christians around the world, and thanks Christians for their efforts to defend Israel against unfair attacks in their home countries,” said Shai Hermesh, Chairman of World Jewish Congress Israel. “The establishment of Israel Allies Caucuses in Latvia and Estonia represents an important extension of these ties and a recognition of the world influence of Baltic Christians.”
Representatives of the three Israel-based organizations traveled to Riga and Tallinn this week for parliamentary meetings and to participate in the Christian gatherings, which drew more than 800 people each. The founding of the Estonian and Latvian Israel Allies Caucuses brings to 30 the number of Parliamentary caucuses in the Israel Allies Foundation global network.
The Knesset Christian Allies Caucus, a non-partisan group, seeks to open formal and direct lines of communication between Knesset members and Christian leaders, organizations and political representatives around the world.
