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Israel's Minister Backs Right-Wing Allies Amid Antisemitism Concerns

2/26/2025

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Israel's Diaspora Minister, Amichai Chikli, is forging connections with emerging right-wing parties in Europe, notably Germany's AfD. While he recognizes the shadows of historical antisemitism, Chikli believes these alliances could bolster Israel's stance against radical Islam. His efforts reflect a strategic maneuver in a rapidly changing European political landscape, despite the troubling histories of some party members.

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Israel's Diaspora Minister, Amichai Chikli, is forging connections with emerging right-wing parties in Europe, notably Germany's AfD. While he recognizes the shadows of historical antisemitism, Chikli believes these alliances could bolster Israel's stance against radical Islam. His efforts reflect a strategic maneuver in a rapidly changing European political landscape, despite the troubling histories of some party members.