Culture news
Kanye West backlash intensifies in UK as rapper issues statement
Wireless Festival organiser has defended the booking of Kanye 'Ye' West for this summer’s headline slot, while more sponsors drop out of the festival. Questions remain over whether the controversial rapper will be able to enter the UK. West has now issued a statement of his own.
Culture news
Keir Starmer 'concerned' by Kanye West gigs as sponsors drop festival
Kanye ‘Ye’ West, who has previously been criticised over his antisemitic remarks, will top the bill for all three nights of the upcoming Wireless Festival in the UK. The Prime Minister has expressed concerns over this booking, and several top tier sponsors are already backing out...
World News
Euroviews. Outrage is not enough: what actually builds peace
As Jews prepare for Passover – the holiday marking the exodus from Egypt – Rabbi Mendy Chitrik writes in an opinion piece for Euronews that it carries a responsibility toward the suffering of others: "So let us do good – Jews and Muslims alike."
Germany
Euroviews. Jewish life in Europe: 'J'accuse. Never again is a lie'
In an opinion piece for Euronews, Israeli strategist Avital Sahar argues that Jewish life in Europe is under constant threat - accusing governments of effectively failing to protect their communities amid rising antisemitism.
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Belgium
Euroviews. When Jews no longer feel safe, it is never just about the Jews
In an opinion piece for Euronews, Sacha Roytman Dratwa, CEO of the Combat Antisemitism Movement, warns that Jewish life in Europe is increasingly lived behind barriers - a sign, he argues, the continent is failing its post-Holocaust promise.
Culture news
Berlinale director Tricia Tuttle reportedly faces axe over Gaza debate
Germany's Minister of State for Culture Wolfram Weimer has allegedly called for Tricia Tuttle to be replaced as director of the Berlin International Film Festival as fallout continues over the pro-Palestinian stance of many of its participants.
The Cube
Did Francesca Albanese really call Israel 'the enemy of humanity'?
Last week, France, Germany and others called for the resignation of Francesca Albanese, the UN special rapporteur on the occupied Palestinian territories, over an alleged anti-semitic comment about Israel. Her supporters say the claim is based on misinformation.
