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WJC News Update –

News updates from the World Jewish Congress website – 23 July 2015

Romania bans Holocaust denial, fascist symbols

Romania’s president has signed into law legislation that punishes Holocaust denial and the promotion of the fascist Legionnaires’ Movement with prison sentences of up to three years.

Iran’s ‘staggering’ execution spree: nearly 700 put to death in just over six months – Amnesty International

23 Jul 2015 The Iranian authorities are believed to have executed an astonishing 694 people between 1 January and 15 July 2015, said Amnesty International today, in an unprecedented spike in executions in the country. READ MORE »

Reunion after 75 years: Holocaust survivor’s story comes full circle – ABC

23 Jul 2015 Ohio woman details frightening escape from Nazi capture, 75 years later READ MORE »

Rahm Emanuel joins mayors fighting anti-Semitism – Chicago Tribune

23 Jul 2015 Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel has joined other mayors from across the U.S. in calling on European leaders to publicly address and curb a recent rise of anti-Semitism. READ MORE »

Iran deal with US brings thousands to Times Square protest – AP

23 Jul 2015 Thousands of protesters packed into Times Square Wednesday evening to demand that Congress vote down the proposed U.S. deal with Iran. READ MORE »