Chief Rabbi challenges people to look at the ‘bigger picture’

Chief Rabbi Yoni Wieder says that the ‘ratio of civilian to terrorist casualties’ is very good compared to other wars

Chief Rabbi Yoni Wieder says that 'time and again' Israel are willing to make concessions 'for the sake of peace'. Picture: Taryn Barling

While welcomed by many, Ireland’s recognition of a Palestinian state this week was an emotive and unwelcome move for Jewish people in Ireland. 

The October 7 attacks by Hamas on Israel have sparked an “ongoing traumatic period”, according to Ireland’s Chief Rabbi Yoni Wieder.