Clinton at WJC dinner: ‘Wiesels played pivotal part in bringing Shoah into public consciousness’

News updates from the World Jewish Congress website – 21 November 2013

Clinton at WJC dinner: ‘Wiesels played pivotal part in bringing Shoah into public consciousness’

Hillary Rodham Clinton spoke at a World Jewish Congress dinner held in New York City in honor of Elie Wiesel and his wife, Marion, who received the WJC’s Theodor Herzl Award.

Iran appears to stiffen demands at nuclear talks – Los Angeles Times

21 Nov 2013 Iran appeared Thursday to be stiffening its demands in international negotiations aimed at curbing its nuclear program, even as other signs suggested that the seven countries at the bargaining table might be close to a deal. READ MORE »

Dutch Catholic TV apologizes for Jews killed Jesus video – JTA

21 Nov 2013 A Catholic public broadcaster in the Netherlands has apologized for and pulled a video clip featuring a song that accuses Jews of plotting to kill Jesus. READ MORE »

German Jewish body criticizes handling of Gurlitt art hoard – Deutsche Welle

21 Nov 2013 The Central Council of Jews in Germany has argued against returning some artworks seized from Cornelius Gurlitt’s apartment. After 18 months of „conspiratorial” silence on the find, they said it was now unwise to rush. READ MORE »