The UN’s International Court of Justice (ICJ) is illegitimate, and lacks the moral authority to adjudicate Israel’s just war of self-defense.
Allegations of genocide against Israel are bizarre and without foundation in fact or law, and the ICJ proceedings are a dangerous farce.
I traveled to Israel recently to establish a strong, parallel diplomatic channel between Israel and the people of South Africa.
I conveyed a message to the government and the people of Israel, on behalf of the South African Jewish community, as well as millions of our fellow
In response to
In targeting Israel at the International Criminal Court with grotesquely false allegations of genocide, the South African government acts as Iran’s ally and proxy in the Islamic state's plans to destroy the Jewish state through its
SOUTH AFRICA APPROACHES THE INTERNATIONAL COURT OF JUSTICE UNDER THE GENOCIDE CONVENTION WITH RESPECT TO ACTS COMMITTED BY ISRAEL IN THE CONTEXT OF ITS ATTACKS ON GAZA
South Africa is gravely concerned with the plight of civilians caught in the present Israeli attacks on the
Even a political body like the International Court of Justice, appointed by the United Nations General Assembly, whose members are mainly non-democratic states, couldn’t bring itself to impose a ceasefire on Israel - but we should not be grateful for that. They had no moral right
With a broken heart, and on behalf of our community, I extend deepest condolences to Rabbi Doron and Shelley Perez on the loss of their brave son, Captain Daniel Perez ztl, whom we now know was killed on October 7.
This loss is personal to me, as Rabbi Perez has been a dear
On my recent visit to Israel, I met with Israeli government spokesman
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. We had an open and frank discussion about the South African government's betrayal of its people, its overtures to and overt support for Iran and Hamas, the Jihadi terror sweeping Africa, and more
Moral confusion - the inability to distinguish good from evil - is the greatest security threat to the civilized world.
As we celebrate Hanukkah, and reflect on Ivy League antisemitism, let’s reaffirm this insight from history.
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As the night sky of the Middle East lit up with a deadly barrage of drones and missiles being shot down – halting Iran’s genocidal intent in its tracks – it was clear to all that this war has never been about Gaza or the Palestinian cause. There is something much bigger at play
Just last week, gunmen from the Islamic State stormed a school in the town of Kuriga in Nigeria, the west African regional powerhouse, and kidnapped 287 children from the morning assembly. The terrorists rode through the school on motorbikes firing their weapons and rounding up
As we absorb the terrifying events of last night, let us say Mizmor LeToda, the Psalm of Thanksgiving, which our sages instituted in the place of the thanksgiving offering of the Beit Hamikdash.
In saying the beautiful words below, let us have in mind Hashem’s awesome
For your seder tonight
I would like to share with you this prayer below, composed by the Chief Rabbi of Israel, Rabbi David Lau shlita, for the release of the hostages – to be said, at his suggestion, just before we sing Vehi Sheamda.
Let us all pray for the comfort and
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In targeting Israel at the International Criminal Court with grotesquely false allegations of genocide, the South African government acts as Iran’s ally and proxy in the Islamic state's plans to destroy the Jewish state through its multifaceted strategy, a critical element of
I recently got back from Washington DC where I met with congressmen and senators, held engagements with media and think tanks, and spoke with key opinion makers and Jewish community leaders. A centerpiece of my mission was to deliver a key opening address at the AIPAC
In this powerful excerpt from his recent talk in Washington DC, Chief Rabbi Goldstein extends a heartfelt invitation to AIPAC (American Israel Public Affairs Committee) to visit the vibrant nation of South Africa. With eloquent words, the Chief paints a vivid picture of South
At Holocaust remembrance events held around the world last week, Western governments again expressed their firm commitment to “never again” - a promise that such a slaughter never again be allowed to befall the Jewish people. But even as they state that commitment, they
This morning I was interviewed by Alec Hogg of BizNews, one of the country’s most respected news platforms, on the critical issues facing South Africa and the world.
You can watch the interview here:
The words that come to me as I absorb with great sadness the sudden passing of Senator Joe Lieberman, of blessed memory, are from the verses describing his namesake, Joseph in ancient Egypt - how all who encountered him, from the top echelons of government to those imprisoned in
As SA heads to elections in the next two weeks, here is an in-depth conversation I had with Dr Frans Cronje about what the elections will bring, and how to find a frame of reference for understanding SA’s prospects.
Watch the full discussion here: