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Milei Receives B’nai B’rith Medal for His Support of Israel and Fight Against Terrorism | Interview with CEO Dan Mariaschin
WATCH THE INTERVIEW ON YOUTUBE (IN SPANISH) During his visit to the United Nations General Assembly in New York, Argentine President Javier Milei was honored by the international organization B’nai B’rith with a medal recognizing his commitment to combating terrorism, his support for the State of Israel, and his respect for Judaism. Read more » »
In Historic First, B’nai B’rith Honors Argentine President in Presence of Israeli Prime Minister – B’nai B’rith International
On the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly session opening in New York, B’nai B’rith International today bestowed its Presidential Gold Medal—the organization’s highest honor—upon President Javier Milei of Argentina in the presence of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Read more » »
Anti-Semitism in Latin America and the Jewish World After October 7 – with Eduardo Kohn
Semanariohebreojai interviewed B’nai B’rith Director of Latin American Affairs Eduardo Kohn about surging anti-Semitism across Latin America, particularly in Uruguay. Read the interview in Semanariohebreojai in Spanish, or below in English. Dr. Eduardo Kohn is a leading figure in Uruguay’s Jewish community. Read more » »
AMIA, 31 Years Later: A Father’s Voice, A Nation’s Call for Justice
31 years after the horrific 1994 AMIA Jewish center bombing in Buenos Aires, Luis Czyzewski—father of Paola, one of the 85 victims—continues the fight for justice.For the first time in Argentina’s history, trials in absentia are now allowed. Proceedings have already been ordered against the Iranian suspects. Read more » »
B’nai B’rith International strongly condemns the continued anti-Jewish statements by Colombian President Gustavo Petro
B’nai B’rith International released a statement strongly condemning the ongoing anti-Jewish statements made by Colombian President Gustavo Petro. Read the full statement in Iton Gadol in Spanish, or below in English. B’nai B’rith President Robert Spitzer and CEO Daniel S. Read more » »
The Future of OAS is at a Crossroad – B’nai B’rith International
By Eduardo Kohn, B’nai B’rith Director of Latin American AffairsDuring the last week of June, the 55th Organization of American States (OAS) General Assembly took place on the tiny Caribbean Island of Antigua and Barbuda. Read more » »
Unstoppable Incitement Against Jewish Communities Grows in Latin America – B’nai B’rith International Chilean President Gabriel Boric’s growing anti-Semitism
By Eduardo Kohn, B’nai B’rith Director of Latin American AffairsChilean President Gabriel Boric announced a series of diplomatic and economic measures against Israel on Sunday. June 1, in response to what he called “systematic violations of international law” during Israel’s military campaign in Gaza. Read more » »
Calling Out Hate: Anti-Semitism in Uruguay Surges After October 7 – B’nai B’rith International
Play Video What’s driving the surge in anti-Semitism in Uruguay—and what’s at stake for the Jewish community?B’nai B’rith’s Adriana Camisar speaks with our Director of Latin American Affairs Eduardo Kohn about the alarming rise in anti-Semitism in Uruguay and across Latin America, especially online and since Oct. 7. Read more » »
Jana Beris on October 7 Attack and Its Devastating Aftermath – B’nai B’rith International
Play Video In this important and emotional interview, our Eduardo Kohn and Adriana Camisar speak with Uruguayan-Israeli journalist Jana Beris about the dramatic situation in Israel. The interview is in Spanish. Read more » »
Argentina–Finally on the Right Side of History – B’nai B’rith International
Argentine Senate Approves “Trial in Absentia” for Iranian Terrorists An Analysis from B’nai B’rith Special Advisor on Latin American and U.N. Affairs Adriana Camisar: On Feb. 20, the Argentine Senate approved a bill that incorporates the so called “Trial in Absentia” into Argentina’s criminal procedure law. Read more » »
