A high-ranking delegation of the Euro-Asian Jewish Congress (EAJC) attended the Executive Committee meeting of the World Jewish Congress (WJC) in Jerusalem. The series of meetings and working sessions took place from May 21 to 23. This was the first gathering of Jewish community leaders from around the world since the horrific attack on Israel on October 7, 2023, which resulted in over 1,200 deaths and 240 hostages (125 of whom, including women, children, and the elderly, are still being held in Gaza).
The EAJC delegation included Chairman of the Board Aaron G. Frenkel, President Dr. Michael Mirilashvili, and Director General Dr. Haim Ben Yakov.
They participated in discussions addressing the pressing issues facing the global Jewish community in light of Israel’s ongoing conflict with Hamas: the sharp rise in anti-Semitism worldwide, the fight against terrorism in the Middle East, the Iranian threat to Israel, and support for those affected by the war, Israeli residents and IDF soldiers. The WJC Executive Committee meeting concluded with a resolution affirming the commitment of the World Jewish Congress and its affiliated communities to the Jewish national state with Jerusalem as its capital. The resolution underscores unwavering support for Israel’s existence as a Jewish and democratic state, living in peace and security, with recognized and protected borders and the right to defend itself against all threats.
Additionally, the leaders of the Jewish communities vehemently condemned the actions of Hamas terrorists, who orchestrated and carried out the most brutal and deadly attack on Jews since the Holocaust on October 7, 2023. WJC leaders expressed deep sorrow for the civilian victims and concern over the current humanitarian situation in Gaza. They acknowledged Israel’s significant efforts to minimize civilian casualties and emphasized that the situation resulted from a war that was initiated by Hamas. The WJC called on international leaders to recognize Hamas as a terrorist organization and to condemn Iran’s role in supporting and inciting pro-Iranian terrorist organizations in the Middle East.
Furthermore, WJC leaders demanded the immediate release of the 125 hostages held in Gaza.
The WJC Executive Committee’s resolution also condemned Iran’s act of armed aggression against Israel on April 14, 2023, when the Islamic regime launched more than 300 combat drones, ballistic and cruise missiles towards the Jewish state.
