US President Donald Trump. Photo: ukrinform.
On Monday, 27 January, on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, US President Donald Trump issued an important proclamation in which he pledged to resolutely fight anti-Semitism and emphasised his unwavering support for the Jewish people. This solemn day was not only a moment of deep mourning for the victims of the Holocaust, but also a reminder of the need for unity in the fight against hatred and intolerance, Time Ukraine Israel reports, citing Israel’s Channel 9.
“Today, on this day of remembrance, America joins the Jewish community, Poland, and the world to honour the memory of the innocent lives lost during the Holocaust and to support the survivors of the terrible ordeal at Auschwitz,” Trump said.
The Holocaust and its consequences
Trump recalled the terrible losses suffered by the Jewish people during the Holocaust. “At Auschwitz, mothers lost their children, and men and women lost their loved ones, and this left an unhealed wound in the hearts of all who survived these crimes,” he said. The U.S. President also stressed the importance of remembering these events, as he noted that anti-Semitism is still present in dark corners of the world, and therefore the fight against it must be resolute and uncompromising.
“Despite decades of learning and progress, the poison of anti-Semitism still poisons human souls,” Trump said, adding that America will continue to stand in defence of the Jewish people.
Memory and the future
Trump drew particular attention to the importance of educating a new generation about the horrors that occurred at Auschwitz and other death camps. “We must pass on the knowledge of these terrible chapters of history to ensure that no such crime ever happens again,” he stressed.
The US President also declared 27 January 2025 as National Remembrance Day, dedicated to the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz. He called on all Americans to pay tribute to the victims of the Holocaust and those who fought for their liberation.
International support and commemoration
On the same day, an important international ceremony took place at the Auschwitz-Birkenau death camp in Poland, with more than 60 delegations from around the world. Presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, and representatives of international organisations such as the European Commission and the United Nations were present. The ceremony gathered about 3,000 people, including no representatives of Russia due to its aggression in Ukraine.
This event was a testament to the fact that the world, despite all the trials and tribulations, keeps the memory of those terrible events alive and continues to fight for peace and understanding.
Trump’s proclamation of his fight against anti-Semitism and support for the Jewish people, as well as his promise to educate the next generation in the spirit of Holocaust remembrance, is an important step in preserving historical memory and countering religious and national intolerance. This day, marked by world leaders and communities, is a vivid confirmation that the struggle for human rights and dignity is an enduring value in the modern world.
