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Published on 27 March 2023

Press release - Crisis in Israel

As the crisis in Israel worsens, Crif reaffirms its absolute commitment to the democratic principles of the State of Israel and its unity.
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Published on 16 December 2020

Press release - Crif welcomes establishment of diplomatic relations between Israel and Morocco

For Crif President Francis Kalifat: "This announcement is excellent news for all those who have peace in the Middle East at heart."
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Published on 15 June 2020

Press Release - Crif strongly denounces the antisemitic shouts uttered during the demonstration held in Paris

During the demonstration held on Saturday afternoon in the Place de la République in Paris, shouts of " Sales Juifs " (dirty Jews) were uttered, recorded and broadcasted on social networks.
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Published on 12 June 2020

Press Release - The European Court of Human Rights justifies the Boycott of Israel

On Thursday, June 11, the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) condemned France in a case of calls to boycott Israeli products. In this case, activists were convicted for inciting economic discrimination against people because of their nationality. This ECHR decision contradicts the case law of the Court of Cassation. Crif regrets this decision.
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Published on 26 December 2019

Press release - Court judges Legal irresponsibility of the murderer of Sarah Halimi

The Paris Court of Appeal announced that the murderer of Sarah Halimi has not been held criminally responsible. Crif expresses its dismay and indignation.
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Published on 17 December 2019

Crif - Press Release in reaction to the nauseating remarks of Mr. Mélenchon

For Francis Kalifat, President of Crif, "the inadmissible remarks of a drifting Mélenchon eager for media visibility are inspired by a vichyst rhetoric of the Jewish conspiracy. Would Doriot be the new mentor of Mélenchon?"
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Published on 4 December 2019

Press Release - Adoption by the French National Assembly of the IHRA definition

Tuesday, December 3, the motion for a resolution to fight against antisemitism by redefining antisemitism as defined by the IHRA (International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance), was adopted by the National Assembly. Crif welcomes this decision.
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Published on 10 October 2019

Crif - Press release following the Halle antisemitic attack

"This attack must challenge the European countries on the violence and sometimes the terrorist drifts of antisemitic, racist and xenophobic groups."
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Published on 12 December 2017

#Crif - Press release followig Donal Trump statement on Jerusalem

Crif praises the historic decision of US President Donald Trump to recognize Jerusalem as the capital of the state of Israel, and the upcoming transfer of the US Embassy.
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Published on 3 November 2017

#Crif - Press release after Toulouse-Montauban trial verdict

Abdelkader Merah was sentenced to 20 years in prison for criminal conspiracy in connection with a terrorist enterprise.
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Crif - We are one

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27 October 2020
A surge of threats and hatred against France is shaking the world and the values of democratic societies. Crif President Francis Kalifat severely condemns the reckless actions of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Press release - Crif strongly condemns the Islamist attack in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine

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19 October 2020
Crif strongly condemns the Islamist attack in Conflans-Sainte-Honorine. Crif also called for joining the rally to pay tribute to Samuel Paty, Sunday, in Place de la République, in Paris.

Crif - Meeting with Minister of the Interior Gérald Darmanin

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08 October 2020
Right after Yom Kippur, Francis Kalifat went to the Ministry of the Interior for a working meeting and an overview of the concerns of French Jews with Gerald Darmanin.

Crif - The testimony of Francis Kalifat at Hypercacher's terrorist attack trial

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08 October 2020
On Wednesday September 23, several associations, part of the civil claimants, gave their testimonies to the Court. Among them, Francis Kalifat, Crif President, who delivered a strong message.

Crif - Meeting with Minister of Justice Eric Dupond-Moretti

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08 October 2020
Crif President Francis Kalifat met with Minister of Justice Éric Dupond-Moretti for an overview of the French Jewish Community.

Crif/Rosh Hashana - 5781: a year of kindness and solidarity

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07 October 2020
On the eve of 5781, Crif expressed the wish to see this new year unfold in safety and serenity for all French Jews. We hope to be able to share many happy moments together, and - facing the important challenges that await us - to count on the kindness and solidarity of each of us.

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