Consulate General of Israel to the Pacific Northwest

Deputy Consul General Maya Avishai attended a meeting of the Zionist Club in San Francisco this week to hear the incredible story of Ashager Araro. DCG Avishai expressed her appreciation for being part of a memorable evening, surrounded by inspiring people who have remained steadfast in their support for #Israel since October 7 🇮🇱

Join us on January 7 at 1:00pm ET with Blake Flayton for a conversation about his new book. Register now: https://lnkd.in/gHTsgHnD This conversation is intended for Jews, allies, and those interested in understanding antisemitism on college campuses. Our author chat will focus on Blake Flayton’s recently released book, highlighting practical ways to support Jewish students on campus. Blake will also address the intersection between LGBTQphobia and antisemitism on campus. All are welcome to attend, with audience Q and A at the end as time allows. Campaign Against Antisemitism Combat Antisemitism Movement Foundation to Combat Antisemitism

The Jewish community of San Francisco celebrated the first night of #Chanukah with the annual Bill Graham Menorah Lighting Ceremony in Union Square last week 🌉 Along with Chabad of San Francisco, Chief Economic Consul and Head of the Israel Economic Mission to the West Coast Omer Fein and California State Senator Scott Wiener lit the 22-foot-tall menorah to celebrate the arrival of the Festival of Lights 🕎✨ 📷: Senator Scott Wiener, Aaron Levy-Wolins

450 days in hell 💔 #BringThemHomeNow 🎗️

Miracles Happen 🌟 These former Israeli hostages are celebrating Hanukkah with their loved ones at home. Hanukkah is a celebration of miracles — the triumph of light over darkness and the perseverance of hope in the face of adversity. We pray for the swift reunification of all hostages with their families, so they too may mark #Hanukkah at home surrounded by love and light 🕎✨

Consul General Marco Sermoneta was pleased to meet with UC Berkeley Chancellor Rich Lyons yesterday for an engaging conversation. Ambassador Sermoneta thanked Chancellor Lyons for taking proactive steps to ensure the safety of Jewish students on campus. We look forward to expanding the partnership between University of California, Berkeley and Israel’s innovative ecosystem 🤝🇮🇱

Planning to visit Israel in the New Year? ✈️ Starting January 2025, visitors from visa-exempt countries are required to obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization) to enter the state of Israel 🇮🇱 An approved ETA-IL indicates that you are allowed to travel to Israel and stay for up to 90 days per visit. All travelers to Israel must have a valid visa or an ETA-IL approval before they start their journey. If you are eligible, obtaining an ETA-IL is a simpler and faster process. Check the link in our bio for more information.

In the past week, COGAT has facilitated the entry of: 🔴10,000+ tons of flour for Gazan bakeries. 🔴650 tons of winter clothing and blankets. 🔴1,250+ tons of hygiene supplies. 🔴60+ tons of baby food. 🔴351 trucks to Gaza, carrying 7,600+ tons of aid. We will continue working with international organizations to bring humanitarian aid into Gaza.

#OnThisDay in 1991, United Nations General Assembly Resolution 46/86 was adopted, revoking Resolution 3379's designation of Zionism as a form of racism and racial discrimination. The State of Israel continues to face efforts to undermine its legitimacy from the UN and its member states.

Research from the Henry Jackson Society think tank confirms what we have been saying for months. 𝐇𝐚𝐦𝐚𝐬 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬. 🔴 Hamas failed to acknowledge that more than 17,000 casualties they reported were Hamas terrorists. 🔴 Hamas added 𝟓,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐬, 𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫 𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 to war casualty lists. 🔴 Hamas added individuals who died before the war to casualty lists. What else is Hamas lying about? https://ow.ly/HrvK50UrVNT