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Yahoo
4 days ago
- General
- Yahoo
Dozens of MKs across the aisle sign letter of support for Jewish diaspora communities
The letter, signed by 67 Members of Knesset from both sides of the aisle, expressed "unshakable solidarity" with the diaspora community. Some 67 Members of Knesset from the coalition and opposition signed a letter initiated by Likud MK Dan Illouz on Thursday expressing solidarity with the Jewish diaspora, in the wake of the 'deeply troubling' peak of antisemitic incidents worldwide. The letter, which was made out to 'our brothers and sisters in the Diaspora— With love, with pain, and with unshakable solidarity,' included signatories from all of the Knesset's Jewish parties, including the ultra-Orthodox (haredi) parties in the coalition and four opposition parties. 'On the 23rd of Iyar, 5785 (May 21, 2025), two people—Sarah Milgram and Yaron Lishinsky—were murdered in a shooting outside the Jewish Museum in Washington, simply because the killer wanted to murder Jews,' the letter began. 'This was not an attack on soldiers. It wasn't a protest against policy. It was a vile act of antisemitism—pure and simple. And tragically, this wasn't an isolated incident. It's part of a deeply troubling global trend: Since October 7, antisemitism has been spreading at an alarming pace—on campuses, in the streets, across social media, and throughout the public sphere,' the MKs continued. 'Yet in the darkness, your light has shone brightly. You stood with us during our hardest moments. You marched, you gave, you fought for the truth. You reminded us that Am Yisrael is one people—united. For that—we thank you. Thank you for your courage. Thank you for your determination. Thank you for your love. Because of you, we were not alone. And now—you won't be alone either,' the MKs continued. They continued, 'We, Ministers and Members of Knesset from across the political spectrum, speak to you with one clear voice: We are with you. We see you. We hear you. We feel your pain. And we will not be silent. The bond between the Jewish Diaspora and the State of Israel does not depend on circumstance. It is eternal. We are one family—bound by destiny, rooted in history, and entrusted with the mission of building a future of strength and dignity—together. From Jerusalem to Washington, from Tel Aviv to Toronto—we stand as one. And we say, with pride and with love: Am Yisrael Chai,' the MKs concluded. Illouz, who is originally from Montreal, said to the Post, 'When Jews are targeted simply for being Jewish, our response must be united and unequivocal. This was not just a crime—it was part of a global wave of hate that demands moral clarity. We want every Jewish community to know: you are not alone. Israel sees you, stands with you, and will always fight antisemitism wherever it appears. Am Yisrael is one family—and we stand together.' According to a report by the World Zionist Organization and the Jewish Agency for Israel that was published in January, in 2024 antisemitic incidents in the US rose by 288% compared to 2022, and in Canada by 562%
Yahoo
7 days ago
- Yahoo
Funeral services planned in Overland Park for Sarah Milgrim
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Funeral services for Sarah Milgram will be held in the Kansas City area on Tuesday. Milgram was killed last week in a suspected antisemitic double homicide in Washington, D.C. The Louis Memorial Chapel and the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City shared details over the holiday weekend. Johnson County woman among victims shot near DC Jewish museum Services will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday morning at the Congregation Beth Torah in Overland Park. A private family burial will follow. The funeral is not open to the public, but it will be livestreamed on the Congregation Beth Torah YouTube Channel. Contributions in Milgrim's name may be directed to the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City. 'We call upon our wider community, no matter the denomination, to join us in rejecting violence in all forms and to seek unity with compassion and understanding,' The Jewish Federation of Kansas City said in a news release. 'Zichronam livracha. May Sarah Milgrim's memory be a blessing and may we continue to strive for a world of peace, as she did.' Milgrim was killed in a suspected antisemitic double homicide outside a Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., last week. Download WDAF+ for Roku, Fire TV, Apple TV Her boyfriend, Yaron Lischinsky, was also shot during the antisemitic attack. The FBI is investigating the attack as a hate crime. Israeli Ambassador to the U.S. Yechiel Leiter told the Associated Press that the couple was about to be engaged, saying the man had purchased a ring the week of the shooting with the intent to propose next week in Jerusalem. Milgrim graduated from Shawnee Mission East and the University of Kansas. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Yahoo
Prairie Village native killed in antisemitic attack in D.C.
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A chilling act of violence in the nation's capital has left the global Jewish community stunned and the Kansas City metro area mourning one of its own. Two Israeli embassy employees were killed in a suspected antisemitic double homicide outside a Jewish Museum late Wednesday night. One of the victims was Sarah Milgram, a 26-year-old diplomatic staffer and Prairie Village native remembered as a beacon of light and leadership. Accused shooter charged in Washington D.C. Jewish museum shooting Her death, and that of her boyfriend Yaron Lischinsky, has sparked waves of grief and disbelief, especially for those who knew the bright, passionate young woman once deeply involved with the local Jewish community. 'When you have one of your own murdered – it literally hits close to home,' said Jay Lewis, President and CEO of the Jewish Federation of Greater Kansas City, who had a personal connection to the Milgram family. Described by friends and mentors as, 'a positive energy force,' Sarah Milgram lived her life with intention and heart. A University of Kansas graduate and former student representative on the board of KU Hillel, she was known for her fierce advocacy, kindness, and unwavering commitment to fighting antisemitism. 'Bright, passionate woman. Super full of life. Committed to making the world a better place,' Lewis said. Sarah's former classmate, Elianna Bernstein, shared memories of her friend's warmth and humor. 'She was so inviting, so kind, she was funny. She was just such a fun person to be around,' Bernstein said. Kansas City man attacks multiple women, released, then strikes again Unbeknownst to many, Sarah was on the cusp of a new life milestone. Her parents learned, as the world did, that Yaron had just bought a ring. The couple was preparing to get engaged. But instead of planning for the future, her family is now grieving an unthinkable loss. 'It's unimaginable,' said Lewis. 'Their world has just been irreparably damaged,' Lewis said of Milgram's parents. While federal charges for murder have now been filed against the alleged gunman, the United States Attorney General Pam Bondi called it an act of hate. The tragedy underscores a painful reality for many Jewish Americans who feel the growing weight of antisemitism and fear for their safety. Still, Lewis offered a defiant message of hope. 'It is safe to be Jewish,' he said. KU Hillel released a statement honoring Milgram as well. 'Those closest to her describe her as the definition of the best person. She exemplified the values we hold dear,' it reads. Bernstein, still reeling from the loss, urges others to stay connected to the people who matter. 'This just shows you, keep in touch with the people who are meaningful and special,' she said. 'You never know what's going to happen.' Search underway in south central Kansas for missing Overland Park woman Sarah Milgram and Yaron Lischinsky will not be remembered for how they died, but for how they lived, as two people passionately committed to peace, diplomacy and justice. 'Her job for the Israeli embassy, she was on the front lines of trying to make peace and build connections between Jews and Arabs,' said Lewis. No announcements have yet been made regarding a celebration of life or memorial service for the couple. As this story continues to unfold, what remains clear is that Sarah Milgram's legacy, one of love, courage, and connection, will not be forgotten. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
Israeli Embassy Names Couple Killed in DC Shooting
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. The Israeli embassy in the U.S. identified the two staff members killed in a shooting in Washington, DC, as Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgram. They were targeted as they left an event at the Capital Jewish Museum on Wednesday night. Police said the suspect, named as 30-year-old Elias Rodriguez, shouted "free, free Palestine" as he was arrested. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's office said the two victims were a couple soon to be engaged. This is a breaking news story and more information will be added soon.
