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Israeli-Moldavian Rabbi Zvi Kogan, who has been missing since Thursday, was found dead today in Al Ain in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Kogan lived in the UAE and ran a kosher supermarket in Dubai. He was also active in the Orthodox Jewish movement and the global Chabad organization.
The UAE authorities announced this evening that three suspects have been arrested in connection with the rabbi’s death. Their nationality and whether any information about the cause has not been released.
According to an Israeli Foreign Ministry official, the body of the 28-year-old rabbi will be returned to Israel, Reuters news agency reports. According to the source, Israel also does not know who is the suspect and who is behind the rabbi’s death.
Iran charges
Netanyahu’s office said earlier today that Israel will use “all means” to go after those responsible for Kogan’s death and those responsible. Netanyahu himself spoke up X of an “anti-Semitic terrorist attack”.
Although the government has not made any public statements about a possible motive for the murder of the rabbi, the Israeli media wrote about a murder that could have been controlled from Iran even before the body was found.
Iranian security services are kidnapping more people in the UAE, according to Western intelligence services. For example, it is suspected that Iran kidnapped Abbas Yazdi from British Iran. In 2020, Iranian German Jamshid Sharmahd was kidnapped from Dubai and transferred to Iran, where he was given the death penalty. At the end of last month, the Iranian authorities announced that it was put to death. Later, a government official said he had died before his execution.
The Iranian embassy denies all allegations of Iranian involvement in Kogan’s death.
UAE Jewish Community
As Jewish community has been growing in the UAE for years. In 2020, Israel and the Emirates decided to normalize their relationship and signed the so-called Abraham Accords. The countries sent ambassadors and increased business visits to each other.
After Kogan’s death, the Israeli Security Council advises Israelis against unnecessary travel to the UAE. The council also wants, among other things, to avoid all businesses and meeting places in the Emirates that are associated with Israelis and Jews. In addition, the Security Council warns against wearing symbols of Israel.
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**Given the potential for escalating tensions, what role should international organizations like the United Nations play in mediating the situation and ensuring a transparent investigation?**
## The Death of Rabbi Zvi Kogan: A Global Conversation
**Introduction:**
Good evening, and welcome to World Today News. Tonight, we are discussing the recent tragic death of Rabbi Zvi Kogan in the United Arab Emirates, a case that has sparked international attention and raised serious questions about safety and diplomacy. We are fortunate to have two distinguished guests joining us tonight:
* **Dr. Sarah Cohen**, a leading expert on Middle Eastern affairs and international relations.
* **Rabbi David Lev**, a representative of the World Jewish Congress, with extensive experience in interfaith dialogue and understanding.
**Section 1: The Incident and Immediate Aftermath:**
* Dr. Cohen, can you provide some background on Rabbi Kogan’s life and work in the UAE, and what we know about the circumstances surrounding his death?
* Rabbi Lev, how has the Jewish community globally reacted to this tragedy, and are there particular concerns within the UAE Jewish community at this time?
* What are the immediate implications of this incident for the relationship between Israel and the UAE, a relationship that has been increasingly close in recent years?
**Section 2: Allegations and Accusations:**
* Dr. Cohen, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has labeled Rabbi Kogan’s death an “anti-Semitic terrorist attack” and suggested Iranian involvement. What evidence exists to support these claims, and what are the potential motivations behind such an act?
* Rabbi Lev, what are your thoughts on Prime Minister Netanyahu’s statement and the potential for Iranian involvement? How can we balance the need for justice with the risk of escalating tensions and misinformation?
* The article suggests a pattern of alleged Iranian activity against individuals in the UAE. Dr. Cohen, can you shed light on these alleged incidents and Iran’s potential motives for targeting individuals in the UAE?
**Section 3: Implications and Looking Ahead:**
* Rabbi Lev, what message should this incident send to Jewish communities around the world, particularly those living in countries with complex geopolitical situations?
* Dr. Cohen, how might this incident affect the Abraham Accords and the broader movement towards normalization between Israel and its Arab neighbors?
* Looking ahead, what steps can be taken to ensure the safety of individuals within the UAE, especially those from minority religious groups? How can governments and international organizations work together to address these concerns and prevent future tragedies?
**Conclusion:**
Tonight, we have explored the complex and multifaceted nature of this event, asking difficult questions about security, justice, and diplomacy. We thank Dr. Cohen and Rabbi Lev for their insightful contributions to this critical conversation. As we move forward, it is imperative that we strive for a world where all communities feel safe and secure, and where differences are respected and dialogue prevails.
