Tag: diaspora Jewry

Assimilation is sucking the life out of European and American Jewish populations.

The proposal also aims to deepen the connection and mutual responsibility between the State of Israel and its citizens with the Jews of the Diaspora.

The caucus, intended to “create bonds with Diaspora Jews,” was formed with the approval of Likud Knesset Speaker Amir Ohana. The effort is not expected to clash with those of Israel’s Diaspora Ministry.

Researchers found that nearly 82 percent of those surveyed believe Israel is the safest place in the world for Jews today.

Until now, said Israeli Minister of Diaspora Affairs Omer Yankelevitch, Israel spoke to global Jewish leaders only when it was convenient or necessary in their eyes, leading to “miscommunication, hurt and missed opportunities on both sides.”

"He was hero of Diaspora Jewry in the US and built up its relations with Israel. He was a gifted orator, a visionary leader ... and a kind man."

"I don’t know when it’s going to happen, but it may happen very soon, that Jews will have to get out of where they are."

Some 120 Jewish leaders from Israel and around the world convened for a two-day summit on formulating a plan to strengthen the connection between...