Israeli Minister who threatened HRF president Dyab Abou Jahjah canceled visit to Brussels, citing "security concerns"

Israeli Minister of Diaspora Affairs, Amichai Chikli, who previously issued threats against the Hind Rajab Foundation's president Dyab Abou Jahjah, has canceled his scheduled visit to Brussels, citing "security concerns."

We believe this decision reflects an attempt to evade justice and legal accountability rather than genuine safety considerations. This development underscores the importance of continuing to hold all Israeli war criminals — perpetrators, inciters, and accomplices — accountable for their actions and ensuring that impunity is not tolerated.

Responding to a post by Abou Jahjah in early January 2025, Chikli wrote: "Hello to our human rights activist. Watch your pager." This remark refers to Israel's 2024 attack in Lebanon, where explosive devices were detonated via pagers, resulting in thousands of casualties. In response, Abou Jahjah announced plans to pursue legal action against Chikli, citing the severity of the threat, especially given its source from a government official. This occurred shortly after the Hind Rajab Foundation filed a lawsuit in Brazil against an Israeli soldier accused of war crimes in Gaza.

The Hind Rajab Foundation is resolute in its pursuit of a future where accountability prevails, and justice is not merely an aspiration but a tangible reality. We stand firm in our commitment to ending Israeli impunity, achieving justice, and ensuring that the legacy of those lost is honored.