Anne Frank Center of Argentina Honors Simon Wiesenthal Center Director for Latin America with Anne Frank Award
Ariel Gelblung recognized for his ongoing fight against antisemitism, xenophobia, andterrorism
The Simon Wiesenthal Center isgrateful for the release of the first 13 Israeli hostages, as well as 10 Thai nationals and 1 Filipino, held captive by the Hamas terrorist group since the October 7th massacre, the worst singleday of mass murder of Jews since World War II.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center reiterates:
- The international community, led by the United Nations, including agencies that aredevoted to the well-being, safety and rights of women and children, help the remaining hostages
- The International Red Cross visit with all the remaining hostages and provide themmedical care as needed
If there is to be any hope for peace in theHoly Land, Hamas must be permanently removed.
The Simon Wiesenthal Center is an international Jewish human rights organization. It holds consultative status at the UnitedNations, UNESCO, the OSCE, the Council of Europe, the OAS, and the Latin American Parliament (PARLATINO).