June 14, 2000
11 Sivan, 5760
Jerusalem

The Jewish Agency for Israel Expresses Deep Concern Over Recent Developments in Russia

The Jewish Agency for Israel expresses deep concern over recent developments in Russia regarding influential figures in the Jewish community.

The Jewish Agency for Israel is closely monitoring these developments in coordination with other Jewish organizations.

The Jewish Agency for Israel expresses its confidence in the Russian Jewish community and its leadership and calls on the Jewish organizations there to act in a responsible manner to ensure the future of the Jewish community in Russia and to carry out their activities in a spirit of unity and cooperation.

For further information contact:

Michael Jankelowitz
Liaison to Foreign Press and Media, JAFI
Tel: 972-2-6202780
Fax: 972-2-6202708
Mobile: 972-51-601706