Jewish leader thanks Putin for fighting anti-Semitism
MOSCOW- The president of the World Jewish Congress has thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for his efforts to fight anti-Semitism in Russia.
The American businessman, speaking through a translator, said anti-Semitism was down to a "minimal level" in Russia, while in Europe it still "raises its head."
Putin said "Russian Jewish organizations make a significant contribution to political stabilization in Russia, for which we are very grateful."
Putin caused a stir in January when he proposed that Jews feeling under threat in Europe should come to Russia, where they would be accepted.
