Israel
Merz says criticism of Israel in Germany has become pretext for hatred of Jews
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that criticism of Israel was increasingly being used in Germany as a pretext for stoking hatred against Jews.
Tonight, the Tel Aviv Museum is hosting a special exhibition featuring a selection of works acquired by French television host Arthur from Israeli artists.
Frédéric Journès, the French Ambassador to Israel © Mena Today
Tonight, the Tel Aviv Museum is hosting a special exhibition featuring a selection of works acquired by French television host Arthur from Israeli artists.
This initiative comes in the wake of the events of October 7th and is intended to support the cultural community in Israel, which has faced ostracism from museums and galleries abroad.
Arthur's decision to purchase these artworks is both a personal and political statement, aiming to provide solidarity and support to Israeli artists affected by the current cultural boycott in various parts of the world. By bringing these works to light in such a prestigious venue, the exhibition serves as an effort to amplify Israeli voices in the global art scene and counteract the exclusion felt by many in the country's cultural sector.
The exhibition is expected to draw significant attention, not only for its artistic content but also for its underlying message of resilience and support for the arts during challenging times.
By Bruno Finel
Chancellor Friedrich Merz said on Wednesday that criticism of Israel was increasingly being used in Germany as a pretext for stoking hatred against Jews.
Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa said on Wednesday that ongoing negotiations with Israel to reach a security pact could lead to results "in the coming days."
In a move hailed as “historic” by Israeli officials, Fiji officially inaugurated its embassy in Jerusalem on Wednesday, becoming one of the very few nations to establish a diplomatic mission in the contested city.
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