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Rabbi's Open Message to Senator

Results of a poll on Twitter show overwhelming support, not to go ahead with the development on the Jewish cemetery.

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How I became lead plaintiff in a class-action suit to protect a Jewish cemetery

(By Itzik Pines) As a direct descendent of the Vina Gaon, our connection to this lineage is extremely meaningful. This is true for me, as...

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Rabbi gives insight to importance of preserving Shnipishok cemetery in Jewish law

There shouldn't be a heavenly retribution against those people who participate in such an act.

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In malicious act of antisemitism, bank's lawyers claim Jewish cemetery has moved

Antisemitic watch groups have condemned the action by the bank's lawyers, as an example of textbook antisemitism.

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International Coalition condemned issuance of coin in honor of Vilna Gaon

The newly elected government brings hope and anticipation that that the desecration of the cemetery can be avoided.

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Israeli MK Omer Yankelevitch calls for global action against antisemitic pandemic

In a hard hitting call for action, Israel's Member of Knesset Omer Yankelevitch calls for a united and global action response to antisemi...

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White House reporter slams Lithuanian government's antisemitism

I hope the Jewish cemetery in Lithuania will not be desecrated and we will have the right to practice our religion freely.

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New York Board of Rabbis urges Lithuanian President to prevent desecration of cemetery

The Dignity of the Dead and the Sanctity of Cemeteries are cardinal beliefs of the jewish people

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איציק פינס מחדרה מציל את בית הקברות היהודי בווילנה: "לא ניתן לבנות במקום"

הרי בסך הכל אף אחד לא היה רוצה, לדוגמה, שיעלו טרקטורים חלילה על חלקת גדולי האומה בהר הרצל".

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Lithuanian Lawyers Claim Jewish Cemetery in Vilnius has moved

Dr. Leiman said in response to the banks claim, "Cemeteries don't have legs and can't be relocated."

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Chief Rabbi of South African urges Lithuanian President to terminate development on Jewish cemetery

As is well known, in 1971, under Soviet domination, a Sports Palace was built over a section of the Old Jewish Cemetery.

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White House press secretary expresses concern about desecration of Jewish Cemetery in Vilnius

Kayleigh McEnany expressed concern about proposed development of conference center on a Jewish cemetery.

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Rabbinical Court rules conference development on cemetery violates Jewish law and heritage

he cemetery is a protected site and under Lithuanian law, any development must comply with cultural heritage protection considerations.

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עיריית וילנא הרהיבה עוז להמשיך לפרוץ פרצות בקדושת בית העלמין העתיק

עיריית וילנא הרהיבה עוז להמשיך לפרוץ פרצות בקדושת בית העלמיו העתיק

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 Train from Lithuania to Jewish death camps now scheduled to leave in 2022

It was Lithuania’s defining moment of truth, when finally it was clear that Lithuania’s systemic anti-Semitic behavior is alive and well.

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A Proposal: The Alternative to Cemetery Desecration

“The forlorn, abandoned cemetery will finally be restored to the prestige it deserves,” she asserts reassuringly.

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Lithuanian Ambassador Vows Govt. Will Not Build Conference Center on Jewish cemetery

The Lithuanian Ambassador Rolandas Kriščiūnas made it clear that there will be no conference center on the cemetery.

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Multi-denominational round-table appeals to Lithuanian President to prevent cemetery desecration

International multi-denominational round-table appeals to Lithuanian President to prevent cemetery desecration.

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Rabbi points to sad irony which marks 300th year birth of Vilna Gaon

300th year birth anniversary of Vilna Gaon marked by tragic irony and Jewish cemetery grave desecration says Jewish activist Rabbi Baron.

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Lithuanian Tourist Industry Suffers Setback

Decision by Lithuanian government to construct a conference center on a Jewish cemetery in Vilnius set to cripple tourist industry.

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