The Euro-Asian Jewish Congress (EAJC) joins the international commemoration of the 52nd anniversary of one of the darkest moments in both Olympic and Jewish history — the terrorist attack during the 1972 Munich Games, in which 11 members of the Israeli Olympic delegation were brutally murdered by Palestinian terrorists from the Black September organization.

In memory of the victims, Jewish organizations across the Euro-Asian region will hold memorial ceremonies in the coming days. These events will include candle-lighting, prayer readings, and public tributes in synagogues, community centers, and youth clubs.

The central memorial event in Israel will take place on September 5 at 19:00 in the city of Bat Yam, at the park named in honor of the 11 slain Israeli athletes (6 Raziel Street).

Dr. Michael Mirilashvili, President of the EAJC, stated:

“More than half a century later, the Jewish people continue to carry the pain of Munich ‘72. But we remember not only the tragedy — we remember the lesson: hatred, fueled by ideologies of terror, is far from gone. Today, we see the Iranian regime continuing to arm and direct terrorists, triggering waves of antisemitism around the world. Israel is fighting a just and righteous war against Hamas — and together with Israel, we must also fight the war against lies, hate, and the rising tide of antisemitic aggression disguised as political rhetoric. Memory is not only a candle. It is a call to action.”

The EAJC remains committed to defending the dignity, security, and rights of Jewish communities wherever they are.