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During this month, we celebrate the right of every individual to be themselves and to live their lives proudly, freely, and without discrimination.

On June 14, 1940, the Germans deported a group of 728 Poles from a prison in Tarnów to the Auschwitz concentration camp. Less than one year before, Poland was invaded and occupied by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. Among the first prisoners sent to Auschwitz in June 1940 were Polish soldiers, members of the underground resistance, students, and a small group of Polish Jews. These prisoners received the numbers 31 to 758. Out of the 728 original prisoners, 325 survived the war, 292 perished, and the fate of 111 is still unknown. At first, the Nazis intended to use Auschwitz as a temporary camp for Poles before sending them to other labor camps. That quickly changed, and Auschwitz became the largest concentration and death camp operated by Nazi Germany. 1.1 million people where murdered at Auschwitz during its operation between June 1940 and January 1945. The vast majority of the victims, approximately one million people, were Jews. @AuschwitzMuseum

Shabbat Shalom! This week, the Diaspora is reading the Shlach Lecha portion of the Toran, which brings us a particular lesson. In this portion, we read about the twelve spies who were sent to the Land of Israel before the Israelites were meant to enter it. Their mission was to scout the land and report back what they saw. Ten of the spies returned with a negative report. Meanwhile two - Caleb ben Jephunneh and Joshua ben Nun - returned with a positive one. How could twelve people witness the exact same reality, and come back with different conclusions? The answer is that each of us views the world through our own lens. Our perceptions are shaped by our fears, assumptions, biases, and preconceived notions. How many times in life have we thought something was terrible, only to discover later that it was actually a blessing? And how often have things that seemed wonderful at first turned out differently than expected? More than that, our thoughts influence our experience. If we approach a situation expecting failure, disappointment, or difficulty, we are far more likely to experience it that way. The opposite is also true. When we approach life with faith, optimism, and confidence, we create space for growth and opportunity. The lesson of Shlach Lecha is not simply about the spies and the Land of Israel. It is about the way we choose to see the world. The facts may be the same, but our perspective determines whether we see obstacles or opportunities, fear or possibility.

The coordinated campaign inside the @UN to erase the atrocities of October 7 is the latest evidence that too many at the UN have lost their moral compass. The victims of the worst massacre of the Jewish people since the Holocaust deserve the truth. Not a cover-up.

This is Israel: A diverse, open, and free society. Israel is the only country in the Middle East where members of the LGBTQ community can live openly and safely. Employment discrimination on the grounds of sexual orientation is illegal. All people can openly serve in all branches of the Israeli military. This is the open and inclusive Jewish home that we love. Thank you to our host, Sara Friedman, CEO of WJC-Israel and North America, for being our host through Tel Aviv Pride.

Anne Frank was born on June 12, 1929. In a humane world, she could have been celebrating her 97th birthday. But her world was neither just nor humane. Her brief life was tragically cut short by the barbarism of the Nazi regime. For generations, her words have helped us understand the tragic loss of potential in every human life that was taken from us during the Holocaust. Today, the same kind of vile antisemitism that was a precursor to the Holocaust has experienced a resurgence.

Good luck to all the teams competing in the 2026 @FIFAWorldCup! Sports are a celebration of the human body and human play. They should be a platform for tolerance, not hate. WJC's Together Through Sport initiative brings together leaders from across the global sporting community - clubs, federations, athletes, fan groups - to stand united against antisemitism. By educating the sports community about the lived experiences of Jewish communities, the Holocaust, and the modern manifestations of anti-Jewish hate, we are equipping them to become credible ambassadors for tolerance. This is not just about changing culture within sports. It’s about using the influence of sport to change the world around it. You can find more on our website at worldjewishcongress.org/en/t…

22 nations just sent Iran a clear message: your threats against free societies and Jewish communities worldwide must stop. 
This resolve is welcome — and essential. The lives of too many innocents depend on it.

"In the wake of recent attacks on Jewish communities in the UK we called on the Government to act urgently to Protect British Jews from those who wish us harm, Prosecute those inciting against us, and Partner with us and wider society to tackle hatred and extremism." - Acting President Adrian Cohen's full statement welcoming the new legislation to tackle state based threats.

In Argentina, Canada, Germany, and the US. Jews were targeted or attacked for one reason: They are Jewish. Regardless, Jewish communities refuse to be anything else but unapologetically Jewish. ▪️ In Montreal, the Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom, a Reform congregation, suffered an attempted arson overnight on June 4-5. That Friday night, less than 24 hours later, a window was smashed at Congregation Mishkan Avraham in North York, in Toronto. “Politicians need courage. Law enforcement needs support. Neighborhoods need good neighbors,” Rabbi Lisa Grushcow of Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom said about countering antisemitism as a community. “Temple will do what we do best: Live a thriving, inclusive, joyous Jewish life.” ▪️ The two incidents occurred just days after Canadian PM Mark Carney spoke from a Toronto synagogue, where he said antisemitism in Canada has surged to levels not seen since WWII. ▪️ A 23-year-old Jewish woman was beaten, choked, and had her hair torn out in an antisemitic attack committed by another woman on the New York City subway. A Bronx resident was charged with hate crime assault, hate crime criminal obstruction of breathing, and aggravated harassment. The incident occurred after she began making inquiries into whether other passengers were Jewish. ▪️ In Germany, a Bavarian hotel declined accommodation to Israeli travellers, writing “there are no Jews allowed in our hotel.” The hotel has since been banned from the online booking platform Booking.com. “Are we back in the 1930s?” Israeli Consul General for Southern Germany @TalyaLador wrote on X. ▪️ A man was arrested in Rosario, Argentina for sending a bomb threat to a local synagogue, and for planning to livestream his attack. The perpetrator sent threatening emails to @DAIAArgentina regarding his plans. He is allegedly connected to the extremist organization “764.”

Equating the IDF with Hamas — a terrorist organization that massacred civilians, took hostages, and uses its own people as human shields — isn't balance. It's a disgrace. The @UN leadership fails its mission by continuing this anti-Israel obsession.

President @Isaac_Herzog welcomed to Jerusalem a delegation of the Consul Generals to New York of the Czech Republic, Romania, and Greece led by Consul General @Ofir_Akunis together with the @WorldJewishCong. President Herzog thanked them for their countries' friendship with Israel and for visiting at this time to see firsthand the reality on the ground.

J’ai accueilli en mairie Aaron Frenkel, vice-président du Congrès juif mondial, en présence du Rav Yossef Pinson et de son fils Chalom Pinson. Dans notre pays, la progression de l’antisémitisme est inquiétante. Je tenais à leur assurer toute ma considération, mon soutien et ma détermination à garantir à chacun la liberté de pratiquer sa religion en toute sécurité.

Tweeting yesterday morning, President @petrogustavo of Colombia decided to share Nazi slogans. Unfortunately, it is not the first time he has promoted antisemitism. President Petro has never condemned the terrorists who carried out the October 7 attacks. Instead, he’s compared Israel's actions to Nazi Germany and Gaza to Auschwitz. Colombia is home to a small but vibrant Jewish community. They deserve a president who safeguards Jewish life in their country, rather than one who promotes hate and potentially endangers Jewish citizens. @ccjcolombia

In April 2024, a WJC delegation left Slovenia deeply concerned by the conduct of certain government representatives and what it suggested about the country's commitment to combating antisemitism and supporting Jewish communal life. Today, we extend our congratulations to Prime Minister @JJansaSDS on his election. We welcome PM Janša’s return to office as an opportunity for a genuine fresh start, one in which Slovenia can repair its relationship with its Jewish community and restore its commitment to combating antisemitism. Though small in number, Slovenian Jewry carries a cultural legacy that remains an important part of the country’s national fabric. Protecting this heritage is essential not only for the Jewish community itself, but for Slovenia’s historical identity.

Alongside our counterparts from the @BoardofDeputies we met with @StateDept officials to discuss the alarming rise of antisemitism in the United Kingdom and around the world. Anti-Jewish hate is a global phenomenon that requires a coordinated response. As our communities face growing threats, harassment, and violence, transatlantic cooperation is essential. We are grateful for the State Department’s continued commitment to combating these threats and encouraging governments to safeguard their Jewish communities.

This week, the 2025–2026 Lauder Fellows traveled to Brussels and The Hague for the annual Diplomacy Summit, where they met with policymakers, diplomats, ambassadors, and international experts at the highest levels of European and international institutions. From the headquarters of the European Union to the International Criminal Court, Fellows gained firsthand insight into how decisions are made, how advocacy creates change, and how Jewish voices can help shape the conversations that matter most. At a time of rising antisemitism and growing challenges for Jewish communities around the world, investing in the next generation of Jewish leaders has never been more important. Video: (c) Shahar Azran/WJC

Who fired the mortars? @sanchezcastejon

"We are grateful to Lord Mann for this review and welcome both his proposed changes and the government's commitment to implement them." - Karen Newman, Vice President Our full statement:

Just two days ago, the Prime Minister acknowledged that Canada's civic compact is failing Jewish Canadians. Today, Toronto Police announced additional arrests of hateful extremists who deliberately targeted visibly identifiable Jews in a series of attacks. When Jewish Canadians cannot safely walk the streets of one of the country's most diverse cities, it is a warning sign for all Canadians.  We commend the Toronto Police Service, including the Counter-Terrorism Unit and the Hate Crime Unit, for their diligence in bringing those responsible to justice. But arrests alone will not solve this crisis. The involvement of youth in many of these attacks should serve as a wake-up call. We are witnessing the consequences of radicalization and the normalization of hate. Governments, institutions, and authorities at every level must confront the forces driving this hatred and violence before more Canadians are put at risk.