Delegation for peace and solidarity visits Amsterdam: Conviction of An

A delegation of French and Belgian Imams, led by Imam Hassan Chalghoumi, President of the Conference of Imams of France, together with Chief Rabbi Moshe Levin, Vice-President of the Conference of European Rabbis (CER) and Special Advisor to the Chief Rabbi of France, and author Marek Halter, have arrived Amsterdam to strongly condemn the case anti-Semitic violence that took place last Thursday against supporters of Israel.

During their visit, the delegation met with Rabbi and Chief Justice of Amsterdam, Rabbi Eliezer Wolf, member of the European Rabbinical Court, along with other community leaders. The delegation also visited the Anne Frank House, where they were warmly welcomed by museum director Ronald Leopold. “We cannot tolerate such expressions of hatred and violence,” Leopold stated emotionally.

The delegation, consisting of religious leaders committed to upholding values such as peace and tolerance, laid flowers at the Anne Frank Foundation as a symbol of these values and in memory of Anne Franka powerful emblem of the fight against anti-Semitism and the need for peaceful coexistence between communities.

Imam Hassan Chalghoumi stated: “We will not remain silent in the face of the disturbing rise of anti-Semitism in Europe. It is essential to remind everyone that hatred has no place in our religion or society. We must unite and take concrete action to combat all forms of discrimination and violence.”

Author Marek Halter, a steadfast advocate for peace and remembrance, expressed his support for the initiative and emphasized the urgency of educating future generations. “It is our duty to teach our children that diversity is a priceless treasure and that mutual respect is the key to peaceful coexistence.”

(credit: thanks to the Jewish Community of Amsterdam and Alain Azaria)

Chief Rabbi Moshe Levin added firmly: “The security of Jews and all European citizens is not only fundamental, but also non-negotiable. We call on all religious and political leaders to take a clear stand against anti-Semitism and promote constructive interfaith dialogue. Any leader who remains silent in the face of rising anti-Semitism is complicit. Now is the time to take action!”

The Peace and Solidarity Delegation calls on all citizens to join this fight against hatred. Together we must work towards a world free of discrimination, where peace and tolerance prevail.

Photos: Courtesy of the Jewish community of Amsterdam and Alain Azaria

This article was written in collaboration with Shuva Israel