latin america

Latin Americans dominant among new ambassadors

Three out of four new ambassadors who presented their credentials to President Isaac Herzog were from El Salvador, Ecuador, and Costa Rica

Oct. 7 Spanish docuseries reveals unseen side of Hamas massacre

The project aims to "make sure broad Latino non-Jewish audiences understand that Latinos were also impacted by Hamas' massacre."

05/02/2025

Hanukkah in Uruguay: CAM joins partners in Latin America for festival of lights

“On this holiday, we must shine together the light of truth and our common values and vision for a just, pluralistic, and hate-free societ,” said Shay Salamon.

Uruguay elects a left-wing president who is not anti-Israel, a rarity in Latin America

Gustavo Petro in Colombia, Gabriel Boric in Chile, and Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil are all vehement critics of Israel.

By JUAN MELAMED/JTA
27/11/2024

Latin American nations demand action against Iranian threats, declare solidarity with Israel

CAM forum in Costa Rica highlights Latin America’s role in combating antisemitism and supporting Israel’s security.

 Claudia Sheinbaum.

No. 12: Claudia Sheinbaum: Mexico's first female and Jewish president

Despite being almost silent on the Israel-Hamas war, Claudia Sheinbaum's focus on policy addressing Mexico's economic inequality cements her as an influential leader.

A proactive approach to Latin America antisemitism after October 7

Since the October 7 atrocities, attacks against Jews exploded by nearly 1,000% in Brazil. We need to boldly make the case for Israel.

By AMIR OHANA
21/09/2024

How do you solve a problem like Maduro?

At stake as Maduro clings to power is further political and economic chaos and international isolation.

By TRACY WILKINSON/LOS ANGELES TIMES/TNS
15/08/2024

From Essaouira to Latin America: Reviving the Moroccan Jewish Diaspora’s rich history

'These exchanges culminated in a collective commitment to strengthen bonds between Jewish communities across Latin America and their historical roots in Morocco.'

Education, leadership, and hope reunited in Buenos Aires

The Jewish Educational Vision Forum took place recently in Buenos Aires, bringing together school principals from 11 Latin American countries to promote collaboration and networking.

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