” Our relation with Israel, since the days of our establishment, has been very powerful. However, he said, “at any time, we can have a philosophical see on the activities of the various actors in the Middle East.”
” And subsequent actions by Israel have been a cause for concern… not just to us, but to many in the global community, including the United States”.
He continued,” It is unfortunate that a nation like Israel, whose persons suffered during the Holocaust and “centuries before that,” been accused of murder before the International Court of Justice.
These” will have an effect on the notion of Israeli areas around the world,” said Mr. Shanmugam.
” What is our work? I am really clear – we want to protect, protect our Hebrew society from these influences, as much as we can”.
One of the most popular Israeli holidays, Passover, commemorates the 3,000-year-old release of Immigrants from slavery in Egypt. It begins at sunset on April 22.
Nash Benjamin, the JWB’s president, said:” The officials of the JWB believe it is especially important for us to continue supporting and strengthening the special ties we have in Singapore among different racial and religious groups.
The JWB has been a devoted member in the IRO since its inception and will continue to play our part in promoting spiritual tranquility in Singapore.
We all agree that it is perfectly acceptable to criticize the laws of Israel as a condition, and we are all entitled to our thoughts in this regard, provided that such views are shared in a calm and polite manner.
” But, the moment for criticism morphs into an anti- Israeli sentiment, there is wonderful cause for concern”.
Ameerali Abdeali, a part of the IRO government, told investigators that the Muslim community in Singapore has developed over the years its bonds and warmth with its Jewish counterparts.
They are all praying for peace not just in Singapore, but also in the Middle East, he said, adding that they want to stay up and support one another.
He noted that efforts are being made to keep spiritual harmony in Singapore.
He declared,” We will always be together, even though it will be hard right now, but there will also be hard times in the future,” adding,” We will always be up.”