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"Israeli President's Visit Sparks Protests at Amsterdam Holocaust Museum"

Israeli President Isaac Herzog's attendance at the opening of a Holocaust museum in Amsterdam sparked protests over Israel's military operations in Gaza, with activists calling for a ceasefire and displaying signs reading "Jews against genocide" and "The grandchild of a holocaust survivor says: Stop Gaza Holocaust." The museum stated that it had invited Mr Herzog before the recent conflict and acknowledged the questions raised by his attendance, but emphasized his representation of the homeland of Dutch Holocaust survivors who had emigrated to Israel.

via BBC.com|

#amsterdam #gaza-conflict #holocaust-museum

world-news2 years ago•0 min saved

"Controversy Surrounds Israeli President's Visit to Amsterdam Holocaust Museum"

Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Amsterdam's new National Holocaust Museum sparked protests from demonstrators critical of the Israeli government's military offensive in Gaza, with Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte and King Willem-Alexander also in attendance. The museum, located on the site of a former nursery school that helped rescue Jewish children during World War II, saw at least a thousand protesters, some of whom were part of a pro-Israel counter-demonstration, leading to police cordoning off streets to maintain order.

via POLITICO Europe|

#amsterdam #gaza #holocaust-museum

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

Controversy Surrounds Israeli President's Attendance at Netherlands Holocaust Museum Opening

The Netherlands's National Holocaust Museum is set to open with a ceremony attended by Dutch and Israeli leaders, including Israeli President Isaac Herzog, whose presence has sparked protests due to Israel's recent actions in Gaza. The museum tells the stories of Dutch Jews deported and murdered in Nazi camps, and the history of their persecution under German occupation. Pro-Palestinian protesters gathered near the museum, denouncing Herzog's presence. The museum's organizers expressed concern about the ongoing conflict in the region.

via The Associated Press|

#genocide #holocaust-museum #israeli-president

technology3 years ago•3 min saved

"Virtual Remembrance: Exploring the Holocaust Museum in Fortnite"

Epic Games' popular video game Fortnite is set to feature a Holocaust museum designed by Luc Bernard, the creator of the educational game The Light in the Darkness. The interactive museum aims to improve Holocaust education by providing a digital platform for players to explore and learn about various aspects of the Holocaust, including stories often overlooked in traditional exhibitions. The project seeks to engage a younger audience and revolutionize how gaming can be used for educational purposes. However, concerns about moderation and the spread of Holocaust denial in online gaming communities, including Fortnite, have been raised. The release date for the Fortnite Holocaust Museum has not yet been announced.

via Euronews|

#education #epic-games #fortnite