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Warsaw Ghetto Memorial Vandalized
A memorial dedicated to the heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto in Poland was vandalized, prompting condemnation from Israeli and Polish officials, as well as the European Jewish Congress.
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Yacov Livne
- What happened to the Warsaw Ghetto memorial?
- A memorial to the heroes of the Warsaw Ghetto in Poland was vandalized. Polish authorities are investigating the incident under Article 261 of the Penal Code, which addresses the intentional destruction of monuments.
- What was the response of the European Jewish Congress?
- The European Jewish Congress also condemned the vandalism, calling it a disgraceful act of disrespect towards Holocaust victims. They expressed hope for a thorough investigation and the prosecution of those responsible, highlighting the ongoing need for education and vigilance against hate.
- How did Israel's ambassador to Poland react to the incident?
- Israel's Ambassador to Poland, Yacov Livne, condemned the vandalism and urged Polish authorities to conduct a thorough investigation and bring those responsible to justice. He noted this was not the first antisemitic act of vandalism in Poland.
- What was the statement of Poland's Foreign Affairs ministry?
- Poland's Foreign Affairs ministry condemned the incident, stating that such acts are an attack on history and shared societal values. The vandalism targeted the Monument to the Ghetto Heroes, a symbol of remembrance for Holocaust victims and Jewish resistance.
- What are the potential consequences for those responsible for the vandalism?
- The culprits, if identified, face potential fines or imprisonment under Polish law. Police are investigating the scene on Anielewicza Street in Warsaw.