WJC laments UN resolution: “Jerusalem is the indisputable capital of Israel, and US has every right to recognize it as such”

2017. december 22 05:22

WJC laments UN resolution: “Jerusalem is the indisputable capital of Israel, and US has every right to recognize it as such”

 

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Small blog rsl photo WJC laments UN resolution: “Jerusalem is the indisputable capital of Israel, and US has every right to recognize it as such”„The World Jewish Congress deeply appreciates the United States’ strong reaffirmation of its support for and friendship with the State of Israel, and for its clear reiteration of its policy regarding this issue,” says WJC President Ronald S. Lauder.
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