Jewish life
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European Union
As antisemitism soars, Christians must take action
Antisemitism is surging again, and it does not seem to be ending anytime soon. Back in October 2024, CNE had previously written about the incident surrounding the Maccabi Tel Aviv football club, where Israeli football supporters were harassed and beaten by thugs in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Other acts of violence against…
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European Union
European Christians shift from supporting Israel to Gaza
After Hamas attacked Israel, many Christian leaders in Europe were quick to respond to the country’s cry for help. Now, many of these leaders and their organisations are backing out in their support for the Jewish state. > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for…
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European Union
Yoel Russu on CNE's podcast: Students at Messianic school in Israel still pray and play despite war
While the war continues in Israel, the school is still open. The Messianic Jewish school Makor HaTikva in Jerusalem does everything to keep the 142 pupils at work. Principal Yoel Russu is proud that his school is the “only one in the world” that is Christian and Hebrew-speaking. In the…
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Western Europe
How could Amsterdam get rid of antisemitism again?
For many, the name Maccabi Tel Aviv did not ring a bell, until last week. Now, it is forever connected with an antisemitic nightmare in Amsterdam. How can the Dutch capital become a haven again for Jews? > Stay up to date with Christian news in Europe? Sign up for…
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European Union
How Europe has not learned; anti-Semitism still seems to blossom
The Israel-Gaza conflict has triggered a threatening animal in Europe. In all countries, anti-Semitic acts are rising. For many Jews, life is getting more difficult by the day. And nobody knows where this will end. When the National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam opened in March, trouble was already brewing after…
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European Union
Europe's Jews on edge as anti-Semitic violence rises to record levels
As the Israel-Hamas war continues to rage, many Jewish communities in Europe are seeing sharp rises in hate-based crimes. “This feels like being in Poland in 1941.” Several Jews now feel that they can no longer wear the star of David in public. Some have taken down their Jewish mezuzahs…