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European Parliament Hosts Rare Gathering of Rabbis from Muslim Countries to Discuss Jewish Community Security

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European Parliament Hosts Rare Gathering of Rabbis from Muslim Countries to Discuss Jewish Community Security
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 15, 2026

What happened

Rabbis from Muslim-majority countries, including Iran's Chief Rabbi, met at the European Parliament in Brussels to discuss Jewish community security and religious freedom. European Commissioners pledged support, highlighting coexistence and combating antisemitism. The event fostered cooperation and shared religious knowledge among diverse Jewish leaders.

  • 01Rabbis from Muslim countries, including Iran's Chief Rabbi, convened in Brussels to discuss Jewish community challenges.
  • 02European Commissioners committed to supporting Jewish life and religious freedom in Muslim-majority countries.
  • 03The conference emphasized coexistence and opposition to discrimination against minorities.
  • 04Rabbis exchanged expertise on Jewish religious practices like kosher laws and burial rites.
  • 05EU antisemitism coordinator pledged ongoing support and presented symbolic kippahs to rabbis.
  • 06The event was led by Rabbi Menachem Mendel Hitrik, chairman of the Union of Rabbis in Muslim Countries.

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Arutz ShevaRight · HebrewJul 15, 2026
European Parliament Hosts Rare Gathering of Rabbis from Muslim Countries to Discuss Jewish Community Security
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Rabbis from Muslim Countries, Including Iran, Attend Historic EU Conference in Brussels
Behadrei HaredimRight · HebrewJul 15, 2026
Rabbis from Muslim Countries Including Iran Attend Historic EU Conference in Brussels

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