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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

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"Israeli President Herzog's Address to Congress Reflects Shifting American Views on Israel"

Israeli President Isaac Herzog is set to deliver an address to a joint meeting of Congress, highlighting bipartisan support for Israel. While some House Democrats have chosen to skip the address due to concerns about human rights, Democratic leadership has been supportive of Herzog's visit. The House of Representatives recently passed a resolution affirming support for Israel with a bipartisan vote. The address comes after President Joe Biden welcomed Herzog to the White House, emphasizing the strong commitment between the US and Israel.

via CNN|

#congress #democratic-party #human-rights

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"Biden's Meeting with Israeli President Herzog: Struggles, Boycotts, and Ironclad Commitment"

President Biden relied on note cards during his meeting with Israeli President Isaac Herzog, barely making eye contact, as left-wing Democrats planned to boycott Herzog's speech at the Capitol in protest of Israel's policies towards Palestinians. Biden struggled with pronouncing city names and emphasized the unbreakable bond between the US and Israel. The Israeli president will address Congress to celebrate Israel's 75th anniversary, but at least five Democrats, including members of the "Squad," are expected to skip the event. The controversy surrounding Israel's policies and the Israeli court system reform continues to divide lawmakers.

via New York Post |

#boycott #israeli-president-isaac-herzog #middle-east