FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Statement from the Jewish Federation of Winnipeg
regarding the situation in Israel and Gaza
The events of the last few days have raised concerns in our community and
worldwide. The Jewish Federation of Winnipeg is releasing the following
statement.
Federation is committed to keeping our community informed, and will be
posting regular updates on our website as events unfold.
It is our view that Israel has acted appropriately in order to protect its citizens
from the threat of daily rocket attacks launched into southern Israel by
Hamas. As the so-called truce between Hamas and Israel ended just 10 days
ago, the number of missiles launched averaged over 60 a day. Israel’s quarrel
is not with the people of Gaza but rather with Hamas, who continue to refuse
to acknowledge the existence of Israel and is committed to its destruction.
At this time the Federation is in continuous communication with our national
and Israeli partners. We will keep the community informed as developments
occur. For further information please visit the Federation website at
www.jewishwinnipeg.org.
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Media Contact:
Jon Waldman, Communications Coordinator
Jewish Federation of Winnipeg
P: (204) 477-7473
E-mail: jwaldman@jewishwinnipeg.org