The security of the Jewish community demands heightened vigilance |
For a decade, I have warned sectors of the Jewish community about profound changes in the Middle East. Today, what we are witnessing goes far beyond the region: these are transformations that affect the entire world.
Even for a community accustomed to hostility and conflict, the current moment is particularly unsettling. The agenda is no longer limited to the Middle East; it now involves oil at a strategic level and a media war that amplifies tensions.
Extremist groups are spreading across several countries, forming terrorist cells that plan attacks against Jews. In Brazil, the Federal Police has already arrested individuals linked to these organizations. In Australia, on December 14, 2025, an attack during the Hanukkah celebration in Bondi, Sydney, left 15 dead and 40 injured. In the United States, on March 1 of this year, a gunman killed two people in Austin, Texas, while wearing a shirt with the Iranian flag, according to local sources.
Given the current political climate in Brazil, the Jewish community must intensify its vigilance, avoiding public exposure in matters related to Israel. The risk of attacks in the country is real and demands heightened attention.
In Europe and the United States, where much of the Jewish diaspora is concentrated, these regions have become natural targets for extremist groups.
The situation across Europe is increasingly delicate. Religious Jews face difficulties simply walking freely in the streets, while non-religious Jewish youth experience discrimination in academic environments. The continent shows signs of becoming a true powder keg for the Jewish community, with growing risks of attacks on synagogues, homes, and violent incidents in public spaces.
Aliyah, once seen as a return to national roots, is now also becoming a means of protection against the rising cruelty and global insecurity.