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Conference of European Rabbis launch seven-point manifesto to combat antisemitism in the EU

The manifesto, titled 'A Call to End the Violent Hatred,' was presented at the Representation of the Free State of Bavaria to the EU before a gathering of politicians, policymakers, and journalists.

President of the Conference of European Rabbis (CER) Chief Rabbi Pinchas Goldschmidt delivers a speech after he and the Jewish people in Europe received the International Charlemagne Prize (Karlspreis) 2024, in Aachen, Germany, May 9, 2024.
A Boeing 737 (OO-TNB) from TUI fly Belgium is landing in Brussels-National Airport on July 3, 2026 in Steenokkerzeel, Belgium.

Brussels Airlines workers threaten strike over flights to Israel, union cites ethical objections

Cancelled and delayed flights pictured on the information board at Brussels Airport in Zaventem, during a strike action of Belgian air traffic control organization Skeyes, bringing a halt to all air traffic in Belgium, Tuesday, June 2, 2026; Illustrative.

Delays expected on flights to, from Israel due to European air traffic control issues, IAA says

Festival goers look towards the mainstage during the opening day of the 20th Tomorrowland electronic music festival in Boom, Northern Belgium, on July 17, 2026.

Hind Rajab Foundation files complaint against IDF veteran attending Belgium music festival


Israeli flags seen as Iranian diaspora denounces US-Iran MoU in worldwide embassy protests

Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi called for a week of protests to coincide with the week-long funeral of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. Activists flew pro-Pahlavi flags, along with Israeli flags at certain sites.

A woman holds banners denouncing the Iranian regime, June 21, 2026; illustrative.

'Unconscionable': Human rights activist decry EU visas for Taliban officials

Since its return to power in Afghanistan, the Taliban has steadily rolled back on women’s rights, banning girls from age 13 from attending school, legalizing domestic violence and child marriage.

Taliban delegates arrive to meet with US and European delegates in Doha, Qatar, last week.

Europe does not view Israel as an apartheid state, EU ambassador tells ‘Post’ - interview

EU Ambassador to Israel Michael Mann admits Jerusalem ties are strained, but stresses it "would be completely misleading to imagine that we make harsher comments about Israel than other countries."

The 'Post's' Amichai Stein with EU Ambassador to Israel Michael Mann on June 18, 2026.

EJA seeks protected minority status for Europe Jews to tackle antisemitism, protect Jewish practice

The status would mean that Jewish life and practice will no longer depend on the goodwill of whichever government is in power at any given time.

Rabbis from across Europe gather for a group photo at the Brandenburg Gate on March 10, 2026 in Berlin, Germany.

The war the world overlooked: Sudan’s humanitarian catastrophe - opinion

The crisis in Sudan is not only about immediate suffering – it is also the result of unresolved political dynamics that continue to drive instability.

Newly arrived displaced people queue to receive meals at Thobo Camp, in Engpung County, Sudan, January 29, 2026.

Brussels church apologizes for 1370 blood libel, removes antisemitic stained glass window

In an event on Wednesday last week, Archbishop Luc Terlinden and Brussels Chief Rabbi Albert Guigui, unveiled a plaque in the Cathedral of St. Michael and St. Gudula recognizing the antisemitism.

ARCHBISHOP LUC Terlinden and Brussels Chief Rabbi Albert Guigui.

European Union calls for moratorium on military strikes in Middle East on energy, water facilities

The leaders called for reinforcing the bloc's existing Red Sea naval mission, Aspides and counter-piracy naval mission Atalanta in the Horn of Africa.

An illustrative image of a number of European Union member states' flags leading up to the EU flag at the European Parliament headquarters in Brussels, Belgium.

Europe struggles to matter in a chaotic Middle East today - opinion

Once a key player, Europe now risks being viewed as a marginal player in the Middle East.

European Union, Israeli and German flags flutter near the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, Germany, September 5, 2022

European Union explores possible support for new Gaza administration committee

"The EU is engaging with the newly established transitional governance structures for Gaza," the European External Action Service wrote in a document circulated to member states.

Hamas police officers stand guard, amid a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas, in Gaza City, October 11, 2025; illustrative.

Brussels Airlines unveils new plane entirely paying tribute to Belgian Tintin

The Belgian national airline designed its new plane as a tribute to one of the most beloved Belgian creations in the world – Tintin – who travels in space and on the moon.

Brussels Airlines designed its new plane as a tribute to Tintin