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Sylvan Adams Calls Global Demonstrations an Organized Anti-Israel Campaign
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Core Event
At a Jerusalem gathering on the third anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attack, Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel, warned that worldwide anti-Israel protests are “not organic or spontaneous” but part of a “well-funded, highly organized campaign” targeting Israel, the Jewish people and Western societies. He singled out Qatar and other hostile states as financiers of the effort.
Background & Context
The October 7 massacre triggered immediate protests in major cities such as London, Sydney, Toronto and New York on October 8 while Israel counted its dead. He also highlighted the longstanding support of evangelical Christians, noting their presence at the event.
Data & Statistics
- Approximately 2,000 Christian and Jewish leaders, influencers and diplomats attended.
- Delegates represented 117 countries.
- A delegation of 550 Christian leaders from 53 nations was organized by Eagles’ Wings and its founder Bishop Robert Stearns, including His Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse III, the 21st Olu of Warri, and Her Majesty Olori Atuwatse III.
Official Statements & Responses
Adams argued that universities, religious institutions and social-media platforms are being used to spread anti-Israel messages, warning that “We Jews are only the first in their crosshairs.” He expressed gratitude to the Christian participants for visiting devastated communities, praying, and defending Israel during the crisis. Concluding on a hopeful note, he voiced optimism that more Arab nations might join the Abraham Accords and that Iranians could someday stand with Israel in Jerusalem.
Verbatim Quotes
- “This is war, and we can only win if we recognize the enemy and fight back,” — Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel
- “They are not organic or spontaneous,” — Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel
- “We Jews are only the first in their crosshairs,” — Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel
- “When we were mourning, you mourned with us,” — Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel
- “You visited the devastated communities. You met the families. You showed us what friendship means.” — Sylvan Adams, president of the World Jewish Congress Israel