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At CUFI, we are focused on several key issues with the goal of defending Israel’s strength, security, and sovereignty.
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Antisemitism
Pastor prayed for another Holocaust, Brazilian police get involved
03/13/2021
Federal police in Brazil raided the church whose pastor had prayed with congregants for another Holocaust.
Friday’s raid in Rio de Janeiro was part of an operation titled “Shalom” by the federal police against Tupirani da Hora Lores, who heads the Pentecostal Generation Jesus Christ Church, Globo reported. Police confiscated...
Israel Defense Force (IDF)
IDF: Israeli troops arrest Gazan infiltrator armed with 3 grenades
03/11/2021
Palestinian man taken into custody for further questioning
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) apprehended Friday a Palestinian suspect who infiltrated into Israel from the northern part of the Gaza Strip.
After interrogating him at the scene, the troops found out that he carried three hand grenades with him and left them in a field...
In The News
Israel, France, Greece, Cyprus come together for naval military exercise
03/11/2021
In an effort to strengthen its control over the eastern Mediterranean Sea, the Israel Navy held joint maneuvers this week with Greece, Cyprus and France practicing anti-submarine warfare and search-and-rescue operations.
The drills were part of the annual trilateral Noble Dina exercise and included naval vessels and helicopters....
In The News
US report: Israel targeted at least a dozen Iranian oil ships bound for Syria since 2019
03/11/2021
Israel maintains a policy of ambiguity in regards to its military operations
Israel has targeted at least a dozen Iranian oil ships bound for Syria since 2019, according to a new report published by the Wall Street Journal on Thursday.
The vessels were hit out of concern that oil profits from the cargo would go to fund extremism...
In The News
Israeli delegation arrives in E. Guinea to treat wounded after deadly explosions
03/11/2021
Human Right Watch says death toll 'far more' than 105 officially reported
A joint Israeli delegation sent by the army, Health Ministry and Foreign Affairs Ministry arrived in Bata, Equatorial Guinea, Thursday to help treat the hundreds injured in blasts that occurred on Sunday in a military base near the country’s former capital,...
In The News
Czech prime minister opens embassy office in Jerusalem
03/11/2021
The Czech Republic opened the Jerusalem office of its embassy Thursday at a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis and Foreign Minister Gabi Ashkenazi.
“We keep our promise,” said Babis, standing in the shadow of the historic YMCA building in the Talbieh neighborhood of Jerusalem. “The Czech Republic...
In The News
Netanyahu Says UAE to Invest $10 Billion in Israel Projects
03/11/2021
Following a constructive phone call His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, has received from Benjamin Netanyahu, Prime Minister of the State of Israel, the United Arab Emirates has announced the establishment of a $10 billion fund aimed at strategic...
Event Recaps
December – CUFI Español
During the month of December, our CUFI Field Coordinator Rev. Peter De Jesus based in the Dallas, Texas area, conducted five weekly Facebook LIVE and Radio Spanish programs with the La Nuestra 1130AM Radio Station in San Antonio, Texas. These programs were produced together with two of our CUFI San Antonio, Texas Leaders, Pastor Daniel Gonzalez...
Event Recaps
December 30 – Spanish “Why Israel?” – Austin, TX
On Wednesday, December 30th, our CUFI Field Coordinator, Rev. Peter De Jesus, conducted a “Why Israel” Hybrid Spanish event. This event was co-hosted by two of our CUFI Latino Pastors Israel Tour Alumni, Pastor Tony Castilla of Centro de Avivamiento Monte de Sion and Pastor Abraham Perez of Iglesia Reconciliacion in Austin, Texas. This hybrid...
Event Recaps
December 19 – Spanish Pastors’ Meeting – Garrochales, Puerto Rico
On Saturday afternoon, December 19th, our CUFI Field Coordinator, Rev. Peter De Jesus, conducted a Spanish Pastors Meeting virtual event. This event was hosted by one of our CUFI Latino Pastors Israel Tour Alumni, Pastor Hernan Cardona of Casa de Adoracion y Restauracion and Iglesia Cristiana Pentecostal Internacional Puerto Rico Chapter in...
Event Recaps
December 19 – Spanish Pastors’ Meeting – Manhattan, NY
On Saturday morning, December 19th, our CUFI Field Coordinator, Rev. Peter De Jesus, conducted a Spanish Pastors Meeting virtual event. This event was hosted by one of our CUFI Latino Pastors Israel Tour Alumni, Pastor Anibal Espaillat, of Iglesia Mar de Galilea and the Assemblies of God Spanish Eastern District Manhattan Section in Manhattan, New...
Event Recaps
December 16 – Spanish “Why Israel?” – Detroit, MI
On Wednesday, December 16th, our CUFI Field Coordinator, Rev. Peter De Jesus, conducted a “Why Israel” virtual Spanish event. This event was hosted by one of our CUFI Latino Pastors Israel Tour Alumni, Pastor Oliver Lora of Iglesia Cristiana La Roca Eterna in Detroit, Michigan. The event received over 660 views on his church’s Facebook page within...
Event Recaps
December 10 – Minnesota Congressional Liaison Orientation
Deb Campbell, CUFI Minnesota State Director and National Director of Daughters For Zion, drew together longtime and prospective CUFI Congressional Liaisons for a briefing on their role and expectations in CUFI’s 2021 strategy.
In The News
Why Support Israel? Because God is Faithful
03/10/2021
The Christian connection to Israel starts with God’s Word. Scripture is clear that the Jewish people have a special and eternal place in the heart of God (e.g., Jeremiah 31:35-37; Romans 11:1). This is a vital truth indicative of God’s holy character.
The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, whom...
US-Israel Relationship
Israel and US to convene 1st strategic group meeting on Iran
03/10/2021
Israeli and Biden administration officials on Thursday will hold the first session of a bilateral strategic group aimed at collaborating in the effort to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon, an official familiar with the matter told The Times of Israel.
A similar working group convened during former US president Barack...
In The News
Singapore security detains 20-year-old man planning attack on synagogue
03/10/2021
Singapore security officials have arrested a 20-year-old serviceman for planning to carry out an attack on Jews outside a local synagogue.
Amirull Ali targeted Maghain Aboth Synagogue and had planned to travel to the Gaza Strip to join the military wing of Hamas, the Izzedine al-Qassam Brigades, said Singapore’s Ministry of Home...
In The News
Israel: IDF becomes world’s first military to complete coronavirus vaccination effort
03/10/2021
Army says no COVID-19 fatalities, only one severe case registered in its ranks since March 2020
The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) announced on Thursday the completion of its COVID-19 coronavirus vaccination campaign for servicemen.
The IDF is the world's first military force -- and largest organization -- to finish its inoculation...
In The News
Hundreds of Ethiopian Jews land in Israel
03/10/2021
Ben Gurion International Airport witnessed scenes of joy Thursday as approximately 300 new Ethiopian immigrants arrived on the ninth and final "Rock of Israel" rescue flight.
The first flight landed in December, following the Israeli government's approval for the Aliyah (immigration) of 2,000 Jewish Ethiopians - many of whom had...
In The News
Report: Netanyahu in talks to meet Saudi Crown Prince in UAE tomorrow
03/10/2021
Jerusalem and Riyadh are in advanced talks for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to meet Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman on his first official visit to the United Arab Emirates tomorrow, public broadcaster Kan reported Wednesday evening.
According to the Israeli channel, the meeting could be held at the same time as Netanyahu...
