The Euro-Asian Jewish Congress strongly condemns the attempted assassination of Prof. Irwin Kotler – former Justice Minister of Canada and renowned human rights activist.

EAJC stands in full solidarity with Professor Irwin Cotler, his family, and the Canadian authorities following the prevention of an assassination attempt against him. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Canada’s law enforcement agencies for their swift and effective action in thwarting this heinous crime. It is imperative that those responsible for this plot are thoroughly investigated and brought to justice.

At the same time, the EAJC unequivocally condemns the actions of the perpetrators and those who orchestrated this assassination attempt. Professor Cotler is an extraordinary human rights advocate, a staunch defender of freedom and justice, a respected leader of the Canadian Jewish community, and a cherished friend of the Euro-Asian Jewish Congress. This attempt on his life represents yet another act of barbaric terrorism sponsored and supported by the Iranian regime on the global stage.

EAJC President Dr. Michael Mirilashvili remarked:

“Professor Cotler has been a longstanding partner of the Euro-Asian Jewish Congress, participating in our initiatives and visiting Jewish communities across the former Soviet Union. He has an intimate understanding of the history and struggles of Russian-speaking Jewry and has made significant contributions to the defense of Soviet dissidents. Notably, he played a key role in defending Natan Sharansky during his imprisonment in the Soviet Union.

This assassination attempt underscores a grim reality we have long warned about: Iran’s three-tiered threat to global stability. Its nuclear ambitions, regional aggression, and state-sponsored terrorism endanger the entire international community. These actions must not go unchallenged, and it is time for the global community to take decisive action to put an end to these threats.”