WJC to host Jewish leaders from 40 countries for special mission in Jerusalem aimed at strengthening Diaspora-Israel relations

2018. március 16 21:05

 WJC to host Jewish leaders from 40 countries for special mission in Jerusalem aimed at strengthening Diaspora-Israel relations

 

News updates from the World Jewish Congress website – 16 March 2018
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Newsletter focus israel 70 Years of Israel | WJC to host Jewish leaders from 40 countries for special mission aimed at strengthening Diaspora-Israel relationsDuring visit to Jerusalem on Sunday and Monday, the delegates will meet with Israeli cabinet ministers, members of Knesset, and government representatives, for frank discussions on the State of Israel today and its relations with Diaspora Jewry, and will also take an in-depth tour of the Western Wall.
Newsletter focus mock seder More than 70 ambassadors and diplomats from around the world join WJC for special SederWorld Jewish Congress CEO Robert Singer: „As we mark 70 years since the creation of the State of Israel and the end of Jewish exodus, we recognize the support of the international community in making this miracle possible.”
Newsletter focus join us Join the World Jewish Congress in singing ‘Hatikvah’ as one to celebrate Israel’s 70thThe World Jewish Congress is inviting people around the world to film themselves and members of their communities singing Hatikvah, Israel’s national anthem, to present in a single video to Israeli lawmakers as a gift from Diaspora Jewry and friends.
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