"The Syrian government is the greatest helper of the Jews": Interview with the head of the Jewish community in Syria
Bechor Siman Tov, head of the Jewish community in Syria, said in an interview with Kan News that the Syrian government is the greatest helper of the Jews. According to him, nearly two years after the fall of Assad, the community numbers six people, their situation is good, and the government assists Jews visiting from the US. He expressed optimism about peace.
Bechor Siman Tov, head of the Jewish community in Syria, said in an interview with Kan News that the Syrian government is the greatest helper of the Jews. According to him, nearly two years after the fall of the Assad regime, the community numbers six people, and their situation is good. He compared the situation to the days of Assad, when he could not host any foreigner. Siman Tov said that when Jews come from the US, the government helps them and provides security. The interview opened with a segment featuring protesters shouting "Come on, Jew, get out." Siman Tov was asked about the turmoil surrounding the ancient synagogue in Jobar, and explained that the renovation requires a large budget the community does not have, and that the government does not object but there are no donors. He said that the extreme anti-Israel public opinion is a small group shown on TV, and in reality everyone loves him. He expressed optimism about peace. The article notes that since the fall of Assad, Jewish homes have been transferred to Syrian citizens, and they have not yet been returned.