Conference of European Rabbis

Rabbis seek Pope Francis’ cooperation in fighting Islamic extremism

An international delegation at the Vatican said in a document given to Francis that Jews view Catholics as "our partners, close allies, friends and brothers."

August 31, 2017 2:04 pm

Bahrain’s king holds Hanukkah candle lighting

The ceremony reportedly was the first of its kind in the palace since 1948, the year Israel was established.

December 9, 2015 7:17 am

European rabbis distribute aid to Syrian, Iraqi refugees in Greece

The visiting rabbis also are scheduled to discuss European anti-Semitism and the attempts to ban Jewish customs such as ritual slaughter of animals and circumcision.

November 11, 2015 1:17 pm