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Protest greets arrival of Israeli cruise ship ΄Crown Iris΄ at Corfu Port
CORFU. Protesters voiced their opposition to the cruise ship docking and Israeli tourists disembarking, as police and coastguard forces were present.
Heavy police presence for Israeli Ambassador’s visit to Corfu
CORFU. A limited programme of engagements included a visit to the Synagogue and social meetings. Eyewitnesses described an unusually heavy police presence. No protests were reported.
New Israeli ambassador to visit Corfu in October
CORFU. Pninát Yanai’s visit is expected to take place in mid-October. The programme of her meetings on the island has not yet been announced.
Cancellations are exclusively from Israelis
CORFU. The Corfu establishments that traditionally serve them are being affected. In general, the pace of bookings has slowed, according to the Hoteliers΄ Association.
Wreaths laid at the Holocaust Memorial and Jewish Museum exhibition opens
CORFU. The German Ambassador attended the wreath laying at the Holocaust Memorial on Saturday 24th - The Greek Jewish Museum exhibition opened at the Old Fortress.
3 days of events in remembrance of the Holocaust
CORFU. From Fridy 23 to Sunday 25 Central Corfu & Diapontia Islands Municipality and the Israeli community are organising events in remembrance of the Holocaust with the German Ambassador in attendance.
Corfu Israeli community hold special event at the Synagogue
CORFU. Enimerosi contributor and historian Giorgos Zoumbos was honoured for his work over the years to promote Corfu΄s rich history.
