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The
Central Board of Jewish Communities in Greece expresses its
outrage at the disgraceful act of an Israeli soldier who
vandalized a statue of Jesus in Southern Lebanon—an action that
offends religious sentiment and undermines the principles of
mutual respect.
KIS
unequivocally condemns such actions, wherever they may originate,
as they incite religious hatred, reinforce intolerance, and fuel
dangerous stereotypes.
The
State of Israel immediately condemned the unacceptable act of the
Israeli soldier, who has been referred to the Israeli justice
system, and we are confident that the state authorities will take
all necessary measures to prevent its recurrence. Moreover,
Israeli society is the only multicultural society in the Middle
East where citizens coexist harmoniously regardless of race,
color, gender, or religion.
In the
same spirit, we also condemn practices that persist in our
country, such as the custom of “burning the effigy of Judas”
during Easter, which reproduce prejudices against Jews,
perpetuate social division, and undermine the harmonious
coexistence of citizens.
Respect
for every religious symbol and every faith is a fundamental
prerequisite for fostering a culture of respect, tolerance, and
peaceful coexistence.
Athens, April 21, 2026
CENTRAL BOARD OF JEWISH
COMMUNITIES IN GREECE
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