Belgium
To save brit milah, it's time to end a controversial circumcision practice - opinion
Protecting brit milah means separating the covenant from a risky practice that Jewish law does not require.
Belgium's ban on ritual circumcision is the same as making Jews second-class citizens - editorial
Belgium’s prosecution of circumcision is antisemitic, Jewish leaders say
Jewish community was top target of extremist threats in Belgium in 2025
Delegitimization in action: EU’s distorted narrative on settler violence - comment
Europe can criticize Israel, just as Israel can criticize Europe. But when that criticism crosses the line into moral distortion, it loses credibility.
Hamas’s grip on Gaza weakens as the people rise against their oppressors - opinion
Analysts believe Hamas may now be facing its most serious internal challenge since taking control of Gaza nearly two decades ago.
Belgium indicts two mohels, citing sufficient evidence of 'bodily harm with premeditation'
The two men involved will appear before the pre-trial chamber on 18 June, behind closed doors. The pre-trial chamber will then decide whether to refer the case to the criminal court.
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.
Chikli urges Jewish students to leave Belgian universities over Albanese honorary degree
The Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Ministry published a brief that examined Albanese's conduct, calling it "fundamentally incompatible" with the responsibilities of her role.
Belgian authorities arrest two Ashab al-Yamin-linked minors for suspected antisemitic Antwerp arson
Ashab al-Yamin claimed responsibility for the incident, claiming that such attacks will continue until "the blood of Palestinians, Lebanese, and all Muslims" is avenged.
First cohort of Belgian soldiers take up position outside Jewish sites as security bolstered
The move follows an explosion this month at a synagogue in Liege, an arson attack on a synagogue in Rotterdam, and an explosion at a Jewish school in Amsterdam.
Belgium deploys military personnel to protect Jewish communities amid rising antisemitic threat
The move comes one week after an Islamic Resistance-aligned terror group carried out an attack on a Liège synagogue, prompting several Belgian politicians to call for increased protection of Jews.
What is Ashab al-Yamin? New Shi’ite terror group claims synagogue attacks across Europe - exclusive
The group seemingly did not exist before this week and, unusually, does not have its own Telegram or social media channels. Usually, such groups create channels straight away.
Omri Airlines: The meteoric rise of Israeli midfielder Gandelman with Italy’s Lecce
Gandelman has transformed into the “new face” of US Lecce in just a few short weeks, a player in the right place at the right time to secure a vital 2-1 victory.
