Guatemalan Ambassador Discovers Jewish Identity
On Monday, the last day of Chanukah, Guatemalan Ambassador Mario Adolfo Bucaro Flores discovered his Jewish identity at a Temple sacrifice reenactment in Jerusalem.
Guatemalan Pastor’s Huge Love for Israel
Guatemalan Pastor Fernando Solares is the head of a huge church in Guatemala. He teaches his congregation to love God and the land of Israel and the Jewish people.
Central America’s Bnei Anousim Get First Rabbi in 500 Years
The Bnei Anousim – descendants of Spanish Jews forced to convert to Catholicism more than 500 years ago – who live in El Salvador, Honduras and Guatemala will get a full-time rabbi to serve their spiritual and educational needs. The appointment was made possible due to the efforts of the Jerusalem-based Shavei Israel organization.
Israel Pledges Volcano Relief Aid to Guatemala
Israel said it would send an initial $10,00 to the country to buy medical supplies, food and blankets for locals affected by the volcanic eruption.
Czech Republic Reopens Honorary Consulate in Jerusalem
In late April, Czech President Miloš Zeman announced a ‘three stage’ plan to relocate the country’s embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, which included the reopening of the consulate.
Arab League Severs Ties With Guatemala Over Embassy Move to Jerusalem
‘Cooperation in all fields would be suspended due to the country’s stance on the Jerusalem issue,’ the Arab League said.
White House Lauds Paraguay For Moving Embassy to Jerusalem
The White House said it hopes to welcome ‘many more of our friends and allies in Jerusalem, the capital of Israel.’
Netanyahu Praises Strong US Policy Against Iran
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said the US would impose ‘the strongest sanctions in history’ on Iran if it failed to change course.
White House Faith Leadership Council Celebrates Embassy Move
‘I have to give thanks to our tenacious president, Donald J. Trump. As I always say about him, ‘promise made, promise kept,’’ said Paula White, a pastor and televangelist.
Guatemala Opens Embassy in Jerusalem Two Days After US
‘With the opening of our embassy in the city of Jerusalem, Guatemala takes a courageous decision, a step forward in favor of union and friendship,’ said Guatemalan President Jimmy Morales.
