South America

France to build prison in Amazon Rainforest?

French government announces plans to construct a maximum-security prison in French Guiana to house the most dangerous criminals, including drug traffickers and radical Islamists.

US sanctions Hezbollah's South American financing operation

Treasury announces sanctions against operatives working in Latin America to finance the Hezbollah terrorist organization in Lebanon.

Meet the two Jews of Guyana

When Janet Jagan, an American immigrant, made history by becoming Guyana’s prime minister, she was thought to be the country’s only Jew.

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Want To Retire in South America? Do These Things First

Do you dream of retiring in South America?

33 Teachers from Latin America Beat the Travel Ban

Despite Omicron, Jewish teachers from across Latin America entered Israel to complete their advanced education training course in Jerusalem.

South African expert: Vaccines better protection against Omicron

Data from South Africa shows more people who recovered from COVID becoming reinfected with Omicron, vaccines prevent serious illness.

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Soccer teams ask to change finals ‘to respect Jewish community’

Presidents of two soccer club finalists for Libertadores cup ask that final match be rescheduled 'to respect our Jewish fans'.

Online hate fueling surge in anti-Semitic incidents in Argentina

Number of anti-Semitic incidents in Argentina rose by 14% in 2017, fueled largely by online acts of hate.

Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra targeted by BDS in South America

BDS calls on music lovers to boycott Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra's concerts in South America.

Jewish president of Rio 2016 Olympics arrested for corruption

President of the Rio 2016 Olympic Committee arrested amid investigation into vote-buying scheme to bring the Olympic Games to South America.

Israeli balloon helped protect Pope Francis in South America

Israeli-made observation balloon used by Pope's security detail to protect pontiff during visits to South America and Africa.

Bolivia’s leader calls Chile the ‘Israel of South America’

Bolivian President accuses Israel of imposing 'physical and mental' walls, slams US President for Mexico wall.

One Million March in Mass Protest in Brazil

One million march in Brazil’s biggest rally yet as protests swell despite government concessions.

Anti-Semitism Conference Faces Muslim Opposition

A conference that aims to strengthen Jews facing anti-Semitism faces opposition from a local Muslim group.

Report: Hizbullah Establishes Cuba Base

Hizbullah has reportedly established a base in Cuba with the aim of striking Israeli targets to avenge slain commander Imad Mughniyeh.

South American Group in Israel on Support Mission

While the world condemns Israel, a South American group brings a welcome message of support for the country.