Zelenskiy marks Auschwitz anniversary honoring survivors
4 years, 11 months ago

Zelenskiy marks Auschwitz anniversary honoring survivors

Associated Press  

KRAKOW, Poland — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy paid tribute Sunday evening to Holocaust survivors, telling them on the eve of the 75th anniversary of the death camp’s liberation that they are an example to humanity. Zelenskiy spoke of the importance of protecting humanitarian values and freedom against the hatred that threatens civilization in a short speech at a dinner in Krakow organized by the World Jewish Congress. And you are the rays of sunshine that penetrated the darkness.” Zelenskiy, who is of Jewish descent and has family members who perished in the Holocaust, is to attend commemorations Monday at the site of the Auschwitz-Birkenau former death camp, where 1.1 million people were murdered by Nazi German forces. We must stop evil before it actually threatens humanity.” He also paid tribute to the Ukrainian gentiles who risked their own lives to save Jews, calling them a source of pride.

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Poland protests error in a social media post by EU chief suggesting Auschwitz death camp was Polish
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Poland protests error in a social media post by EU chief suggesting Auschwitz death camp was Polish

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Poland protested Sunday a mistake …

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day

Associated Press  

OSWIECIM, Poland — A group of survivors of Nazi death camps marked the 79th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp during World War II in a modest ceremony Saturday in southern Poland. Marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the survivors were accompanied by Polish Senate Speaker Malgorzata Kidawa-Blonska, Culture Minister Bartlomiej Sienkiewicz and Israeli Ambassador to Poland Yacov Livne. …

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A group of survivors of …

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Nazi death camp survivors mark 79th anniversary of Auschwitz liberation on Holocaust Remembrance Day

LA Times  

Holocaust survivors and relatives arrive for a ceremony at the Auschwitz Nazi death camp in Oswiecim, Poland, on Saturday. A group of survivors of Nazi death camps marked the 79th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau camp during World War II in a modest ceremony Saturday in southern Poland. Marking International Holocaust Remembrance Day, the survivors were accompanied by …

Auschwitz march held ahead of 80th Warsaw ghetto anniversary
1 year, 8 months ago

Auschwitz march held ahead of 80th Warsaw ghetto anniversary

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — Thousands of people gathered Tuesday at the former site of Auschwitz for the March of the Living, a yearly Holocaust remembrance march that falls this year on the eve of the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising. Italian President Sergio Mattarella spoke at the event, warning that the ideas of the 1930s were …

Auschwitz anniversary marked as peace again shattered by war
1 year, 11 months ago

Auschwitz anniversary marked as peace again shattered by war

Associated Press  

OSWIECIM, Poland — Auschwitz-Birkenau survivors and other mourners commemorated the 78th anniversary Friday of the Nazi German death camp’s liberation, some expressing horror that war has again shattered peace in Europe and the lesson of Never Again is being forgotten. “Remaining indifferent is tantamount to condoning murder.” Russian President Vladimir Putin attended observances marking the 60th anniversary of the camp’s …

Holocaust Remembrance Day | Volodymyr Zelenskyy says ‘indifference kills along with hatred’
1 year, 11 months ago

Holocaust Remembrance Day | Volodymyr Zelenskyy says ‘indifference kills along with hatred’

The Hindu  

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy marked Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27, 2023, by urging the world to unite against “indifference” and “hatred,” nearly one year into the Russian invasion of his country. Vladimir Putin blasts ‘neo-Nazis’ in Ukraine Russian President Vladimir Putin repeated a claim that neo-Nazis were committing crimes in Ukraine — an allegation Moscow has used to justify …

Russia slams Poland for not inviting its envoy to commemorate liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp
1 year, 11 months ago

Russia slams Poland for not inviting its envoy to commemorate liberation of Auschwitz concentration camp

Firstpost  

In the Holocaust, 6 million Jews were wiped out by the Nazis and their allies New Delhi: The Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman on Thursday slammed Poland’s decision to not invite the Russian ambassador to the events commemorating the liberation of the Auschwitz concentration camp by the Soviet Red Army in 1945. Maria Zakharova said on Telegram: “No matter how our …

‘No more fascism.’ Auschwitz survivors mark anniversary as war in Ukraine evokes grim parallels
1 year, 11 months ago

‘No more fascism.’ Auschwitz survivors mark anniversary as war in Ukraine evokes grim parallels

LA Times  

Zvika Karavany, 72, a Yemeni-born Israeli, wipes his tears in front of the Death Wall at Auschwitz during ceremonies marking the 78th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi German concentration and extermination camp in Poland. “Remaining indifferent is tantamount to condoning murder.” Russian President Vladimir Putin attended observances marking the 60th anniversary of the camp’s liberation in 2005. “Of …

Polish leader calls for Ukraine unity at Holocaust event
2 years, 8 months ago

Polish leader calls for Ukraine unity at Holocaust event

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — Polish President Andrzej Duda denounced Russia’s war against Ukraine on Thursday as he joined Holocaust survivors and people from around the world at an annual observance at the former site of Auschwitz. Duda joined more than 2,000 young Israelis and others who joined the March of the Living, a commemoration taking place on Israel’s national Holocaust memorial …

Zelenskyy evokes Holocaust as he appeals to Israel for aid
2 years, 9 months ago

Zelenskyy evokes Holocaust as he appeals to Israel for aid

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — Ukraine’s president on Sunday called on Israel to take a stronger stand against Russia, delivering an emotional appeal that compared Russia’s invasion of his country to the actions of Nazi Germany. “One can ask for a long time why we can’t accept weapons from you or why Israel didn’t impose sanctions against Russia, why you are not putting …

Live updates: Zelenskyy mum on specifics of new US aid
2 years, 9 months ago

Live updates: Zelenskyy mum on specifics of new US aid

Associated Press  

LVIV, Ukraine -- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said he was thankful to U.S. President Joe Biden for the additional military aid but said he would not say specifically what the new package included because he didn’t want to tip off Russia. “I consider it the right way.” ___ KEY DEVELOPMENTS IN THE RUSSIA-UKRAINE WAR: — Rescuers search for survivors at …

Auschwitz museum says 'damage done' by New Yorker article
3 years, 9 months ago

Auschwitz museum says 'damage done' by New Yorker article

Hindustan Times  

The Auschwitz-Birkenau state museum said Monday that damage was done by a New Yorker article that explores efforts to stifle Holocaust scholarship in Poland, a piece the museum had originally accused of containing lies about Poland's role during World War II. Auschwitz museum director Piotr Cywinski welcomed the editing changes, but he said in a statement to The Associated Press …

Auschwitz museum says ‘damage done’ by New Yorker article
3 years, 9 months ago

Auschwitz museum says ‘damage done’ by New Yorker article

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — The Auschwitz-Birkenau state museum said Monday that damage was done by a New Yorker article that explores efforts to stifle Holocaust scholarship in Poland, a piece the museum had originally accused of containing lies about Poland’s role during World War II. Auschwitz museum director Piotr Cywinski welcomed the editing changes, but he said in a statement to …

Auschwitz museum slams New Yorker Holocaust piece on Poland
3 years, 9 months ago

Auschwitz museum slams New Yorker Holocaust piece on Poland

Hindustan Times  

The Auschwitz-Birkenau state museum has sharply denounced an article in the New Yorker that looks at Holocaust scholarship in Poland, accusing the magazine of publishing lies and distortions of Poland's role during World War II. Auschwitz The government also reacted, with a deputy foreign minister, Szymon Szynkowski vel Sek, saying on Twitter that “this manipulation will be the subject of …

Auschwitz survivor inspires many, but others find fault
4 years, 11 months ago

Auschwitz survivor inspires many, but others find fault

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — An Auschwitz survivor’s warning about indifference to discrimination is reverberating strongly in his native Poland, with some people praising the 93-year-old’s World War II anniversary speech as wise but others criticizing it as overtly political. During his speech, Turski said the Holocaust did not “fall from the sky” all at once but took hold step by step …

On 75th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz, Holocaust survivors plead for world to 'never forget' atrocities
4 years, 11 months ago

On 75th anniversary of liberation of Auschwitz, Holocaust survivors plead for world to 'never forget' atrocities

Firstpost  

The ceremony at Auschwitz culminated a week of events around the world, including a commemoration in Jerusalem attended by dozens of world leaders, who urged collective vigilance against a resurgence of anti-Semitism worldwide Auschwitz-Birkenau, Poland: They wore scarves emblazoned with their prisoner numbers, the same ones tattooed on their arms. I’m sorry, I apologise for the emotions.” The ceremony at …

Auschwitz survivors warn of rising anti-Semitism 75 years on
4 years, 11 months ago

Auschwitz survivors warn of rising anti-Semitism 75 years on

Associated Press  

OSWIECIM, Poland — Survivors of the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp prayed and wept as they marked the 75th anniversary of its liberation, returning Monday to the place where they lost entire families and warning about the ominous growth of anti-Semitism and hatred in the world. “We have with us the last living survivors, the last among those who saw the Holocaust …

75 years after Nazi death camp was liberated, the world pauses to remember (opinion)
4 years, 11 months ago

75 years after Nazi death camp was liberated, the world pauses to remember (opinion)

CNN  

Editor’s Note: Ronald S. Lauder is president of the World Jewish Congress, which has just launched the #WeRemember campaign in the lead-up to International Holocaust Remembrance Day on January 27. CNN — Seventy-five years ago, the Soviet army reached Auschwitz-Birkenau, threw open the extermination camp’s hateful gates and liberated those who had survived the Nazis’ horrors. Ronald S. Lauder World …

Russia-Poland feud over history clouds Auschwitz anniversary
4 years, 11 months ago

Russia-Poland feud over history clouds Auschwitz anniversary

Associated Press  

WARSAW, Poland — Over the next several days, world leaders will gather twice to mark the 75th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, the most notorious of Nazi Germany’s death camps. Ahead of Thursday’s ceremony in Jerusalem, Israeli President Reuven Rivlin implored world leaders assembled for a dinner at his official residence to “leave history for the historians.” “The role …

Auschwitz was liberated 75 years ago. But politics are complicating the celebration
4 years, 11 months ago

Auschwitz was liberated 75 years ago. But politics are complicating the celebration

LA Times  

More than 1 million people, mostly Jews, were murdered at the Nazi concentration camp Auschwitz-Birkenau. Partitioned by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union that year, Poland lost a fifth of its population in World War II; 90% of Polish Jews were killed in the Holocaust. Putin called the Polish ambassador to Nazi Germany “a scum and an anti-Semite pig.” He …

AP PHOTOS: Auschwitz, 75 years after its liberation
4 years, 11 months ago

AP PHOTOS: Auschwitz, 75 years after its liberation

Associated Press  

OSWIECIM, Poland — On Jan. 27, 1945, the Soviet Red Army liberated the Auschwitz death camp in German-occupied Poland. Auschwitz is in fact not one camp, but two: Auschwitz I, built in an abandoned Polish military base, and Auschwitz II, or Birkenau, a much bigger complex that went up later about two miles away to expedite the Nazis’ Final Solution. …

Holocaust Memorial Day 2019: Three unsung heroes who helped Europe's Jews escape the Nazis
5 years, 11 months ago

Holocaust Memorial Day 2019: Three unsung heroes who helped Europe's Jews escape the Nazis

The Independent  

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