From Brooklyn For A Safe Israel: Fwd: IDF Stands Strong in Defense of Israel. AFSI newsletter April 2, 2018

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From: AFSI Americans for A Safe Israel/AFSI <info@afsi.org>
Date: Mon, Apr 2, 2018, 3:56 PM
Subject: IDF Stands Strong in Defense of Israel
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Monday - April 2, 2018

AFSI Looks Forward to Celebrating Israel's 70th Birthday in Israel

with the AFSI Chizuk Mission from April 17-25, 2018

CLICK HERE FOR THE ITINERARY- REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

CHAG PESACH KASHER V'SAMEACH

IDF Issues Statement Telling the Story Straight

Everything You Need to Know About the Gaza Riots

Statement Delivered by Major Keren Hajioff, IDF Spokesperon's Unit

IDF Protects Israel Against Demonstration of Terror

10 Killed Were Known Terrorists, 5 Part of Hamas Military Wing

The Israeli military on Saturday night identified 10 of the 15 people reported killed during violent protests, dubbed the "March of the Return", along the Gaza security fence as members of Palestinian terrorist groups, and published a list of their names and positions in the organizations (photo and names further below).

Many on the left are incorrectly placing blame on Israel for being too "harsh" on the Gazans. Once again we must remind them of the facts: the PA does not wisely invest the money it's given into developing infrastructure, building hospitals and schools, upgrading sanitary conditions and education for its own people. Instead, they continue to wage terror on Israel with the goal of destroying it.

We suggest those placing blame on Israel stand at the border in place of an IDF soldier and experience first hand why the IDF defends the country in the manner it deems in Israel's best interest. It's long overdue for the left to stop blaming Israel - a free and sovereign nation that has a right to defend itself against harm.

Source - Arutz Sheva

AFSI suggests reading more news below on this matter:

Hamas throws 7 year old girl over the border, IDF shelters her to safety and returns her to her parents.

US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman commented that these protests are not peaceful and not in the best interests of the Palestinians.

US blocks UN statement on Gaza riots. US blocks Security Council statement calling for investigation, in Hamas-led riots along Gaza border.

The above known terrorists were caught and killed by the IDF over the weekend

What's It Really All About?

In the Gatestone Institute today, Bassam Tawil's excellent article tells us exactly what the "March of the Return" is really all about.

"The mass protests are aimed at forcing Israel to accept millions of Palestinian "refugees" as a first step towards turning Jews into a minority in their own country."

Stabbing Attack in Samaria Foiled

A Palestinian Arab attempted to stab a security guard at the Te'enim crossing near the Jewish community of Avnei Hefetz in Samaria Monday afternoon but was shot and neutralized.

Source - Arutz Sheva

Germany's New Generation of Anti-Semitism

The police registered 1,453 anti-Semitic incidents in Germany last year, more than in five of the previous seven years, and organizations including the American Jewish Congress say fewer than a third of such incidents get reported. Their stubborn persistence in the country where the Holocaust was plotted and executed is raising concern that decades of work to eradicate anti-Semitism are slowly being undone as prejudice against Jews spreads beyond its traditional home in the far right.

Source – The Wall Street Journal

In England, Labour Anti-Semitism is Widespread

England's Momentum organization has warned its supporters that accusations of antisemitism in Labour are not rightwing smears or conspiracy, saying unconscious anti-Jewish bias is "more widespread in the Labour party than many of us had understood even a few months ago".

Full story HERE.

The Jewish Leadership Council and the Board of Deputies of British Jews protest in Parliament Square against anti-semitism in the Labour party.

Anti-Israel Hate on American Campuses Runs Deep

Andrew Pessin, the once popular Connecticut College philosophy professor, was subjected to an academic smear campaign for his August 11, 2014 Facebook post in defense of Israel during Operation Protective Edge against Hamas.

Pessin resumed teaching last fall after an extended paid sabbatical and together with a colleague convinced the school to establish a Jewish Studies program. Recently, Pessin edited a new book with Fordham University's Doron Ben-Atar on the general campus trend "Anti-Zionism on Campus: The University, Free Speech, and BDS."

Artuz Sheva writer Noah Beck interviewed Pessin. Read the interview HERE.

Baruch Dayan HaEmet

Former IDF Chief Rabbi Avihai Rontzki has died at age 67.

Rabbi Rontski was among the founders of the Itamar settlement in 1984, and served for some years as its municipal chief rabbi.

May his family be comforted among all the mourners of Zion and Jerusalem and may they know no more sorrow.

More HERE.

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Sunday - April 8, 2018 from 2 PM to 4 PM

Annual Gathering of Remembrance

We will never forget. The Jewish people persist, and we will not allow the memory of millions to pass into stony silence. Admission is free but advance registration is required. To register click HERE. For more information, please contact agr@mjhnyc.org or 646.437.4227.

Congregation Emanu-El of the City of New York, 1 East 65th Street

Tuesday - April 10, 2018 from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Our Soldier's Speak & Sgt. Benjamin Anthony host this very special evening. "Protecting Israel's Skies, Citizens and Society: The IDF's Race Against Iran, Hezbollah & Hamas"

6:15 PM Wine & Hors D'Oeuvres Reception (Strictly Kosher)

7:00 PM Program (Prompt) Introductory remarks: Ambassador Dani Dayan followed by Keynote Address by Brigadier-General Zvika Haimovich, Commander of the Israel-Air Defense Forces (Active). Post Program Coffee & Dessert Reception (Strictly Kosher)

RSVP on Eventbrite HERE

The Paley Center for Media @ 25 West 52nd Street, NYC

Wednesday - April 11, 2018 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM

Second Generation-Things I Didn't Tell My Father – A special multimedia event

Meet Michel Kichka, award-winning caricaturist who will present his graphic novel, and tell you about the creative process which led him to write and draw his book as a second generation Holocaust survivor. The presentation is followed by a Q&A session. Please RSVP HERE

United Nations Headquarters, NYC (46th Street and 1st Avenue), Conference Room 1

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 from 10:00 PM - Thursday, April 12 @ 6:00 PM

NYC UWS: Yom HaShoah – Reading of the Names

Every year the Upper West Side commemorates Yom HaShoah with a joint reading of the names of those who were murdered. The Upper West Side community will gather at the Society for the Advancement of Judaism at 15 West 86th Street at 10 pm to read the names of those among the 6 million Jews who died during the Holocaust. The reading continues throughout the night with representatives of Upper West Side congregations and other members of the community.

Sunday - April 15, 2018 from 10:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Upper West Side Celebrates Israel. Congregation Shearith Israel invites you to celebrate Israel's 70th Yom Ha'Atzmaut with a festival featuring indoor and outdoor activities. For more info contact Hai Piasezky

Symphony Space 2537 Broadway, corner 95th Street, NYC

Sunday - April 15, 2018 from 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM

67th Annual Israeli Folk Dance Festival

A Gala Celebration of Israel at 70 featuring dancers from Israel, Brazil, Canada the United States. Rivkaleh's Fair 11 am – 3 pm - Community dancing and activities for all ages, Judaica and crafts vendors and Israeli food. Festival Performance 3:30 pm - Dancers and singers from communities across the United States join together on one stage with special guest dance troupes from Israel, Brazil and Canada.

$18 per person; $12 Seniors and Students. $15 Groups of 15 or more. Click HERE to access the registration form or call 917-689-7677.

Martin Luther King, Jr. Educational Campus - Amsterdam Avenue @ West 65th Street, NYC (opposite Lincoln Center)

Saturday, April 21 - 9:00 AM Shabbat services with special guest former New York Congressman the Honorable Steve Israel on "Inspiring New Members of Congress to Champion the US-Israel Relationship."

Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun @ 125 East 85th Street, NYC

Sunday - April 22, 2018 @ 7:00 PM

See the critically acclaimed film "Ben Gurion, Epilogue." Admission Free.

Congregation Kehilath Jeshurun 125 East 85th Street, NYC

Sunday – June 3, 2018 from 11 AM to 4 PM

Celebrate Israel Parade – This Year's Theme: 70 and Sababa (70 & Awesome)

Once again, AFSI will be marching in the parade. All are invited to join us. Contact Ilene@afsi.org in order to register with AFSI.

The Parade route runs up Manhattan's Fifth Avenue from 57th to 74th Streets -

RAIN OR SHINE. Info on the Israel Day Concert in Central Park (not affiliated with the Parade) can be found HERE. Please note the Concert site may not yet have updated information for 2018.

Thursday – May 3, 2018 @ 7 PM

Honoring the 70th Anniversary of the State of Israel: A Musical Celebration

Featuring Chief Cantor Yitzchak Meir Helfgot, Chief Cantor of the Israel Defense Forces, Shai Abramson, Maestro Russell Ger, Park East Choir, and the children of the Rabbi Arthur Schneier Park East Day School. Prices: $50 concert ticket; $75 VIP Seat. Click HERE to reserve your seat

Park East Synagogue @ 163 East 67th Street, NYC