Israeli Embassy in Nepal marks International Holocaust Remembrance Day in Kathmandu
Summary
The Israeli Embassy in Kathmandu commemorated the International Holocaust Remembrance Day with a memorial program honoring six million Jews murdered during the Holocaust and emphasizing the importance of human dignity and fighting antisemitism.
Key Points
- The Israeli Embassy in Nepal held a memorial program titled 'Zikaron Bassalon – Memory in the Living Room' on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
- The event commemorated six million Jewish victims and underscored the need to uphold human dignity and confront hatred and antisemitism.
- Speeches were delivered by Israeli Ambassador Shmulik Arie Bass, NHRC Chairperson Top Bahadur Magar, and ambassadors from Germany and Australia.
- Holocaust survivor Sophia Geller shared personal testimony; the program included musical performances and a video featuring survivor Mr. Dugo.
