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Israel marks anniversary of the rescue of Bulgarian Jews

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A reception given by Bulgarian Ambassador to Israel Dimitar Mihailov gave the start to the series of events marking the anniversary since the saving of Bulgarian Jews during WW2. According to the Jews in Israel the date for commemorating the event should be May 24, when in 1943 there has been a large demonstration of the entire Bulgarian society in defense of the Jews. A representative delegation of all organizations of Bulgarian Jews in Israel attends the ceremonies in Bulgaria. Films dedicated to the Jewish community will be shown as well as exhibitions and concerts marking the occasion.

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