EMET - Endowment for Middle East Truth

Today’s forum at the Capitol on the Christian genocide in Nigeria was nothing short of extraordinary. The depth of insight, urgency, and conviction from every speaker made it clear: this is a crisis the world cannot continue to ignore.
This event was made even more impactful through the collaboration between EMET and ICON, whose partnership helped bring together such an incredible lineup of speakers—leaders, advocates, and voices directly connected to what’s happening on the ground. Their testimony and insight left the room both informed and deeply moved.
There’s real momentum building around this issue, and today felt like a turning point. Awareness is growing, and with it, the responsibility to act.
The full video, photos and a clear call to action will be shared within the next 24 hours. Stay tuned—and be ready to stand up, speak out, and help drive meaningful change.

If you are unable to attend in person today but would still like to follow the discussion, you may watch the livestream at the link below:

Nigerian Christians continue to be massacred by radical extremists - the likes of Boko Haram.

Yet the world remains silent.

EMET (Endowment for Middle East Truth) & ICON (International Committee on Nigeria) are cosponsoring a call for action event on Capitol Hill at 1:30 pm Eastern on 4/22/2026.

In addition to witness testimony, there will be congressional representation at the event.

Registration link for in-person: https://capitolhillemet.rsvpify.com/

Online Streaming Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ZXEgCPVcTv6-1NcOTLdmYA

Since the atrocities of October 7th, 2023, so many beautiful young men and women have fallen in battle, young souls with their entire lives ahead of them. The army says there have been 900 since that fateful day.
Yaron Chitiz was just 23 years old. He lit up every room with his warm, engaging smile and his deep love of music and laughter. He gave his life so that our people might continue to live in our homeland.
This Yom Hazikaron, we honor all of the fallen soldiers, their families, and all active IDF soldiers who continue to protect our Jewish nation. Yaron’s is one of many stories, and by telling them, we ensure that his memory, and the memory of all who have fallen, lives on.

For the complete story of his life, from Open Dor Media, you can go HERE using the passcode: ODMpartner.

https://capitolhillemet.rsvpify.com/

Christian communities in parts of Nigeria are being brutally attacked, families murdered, homes destroyed, and entire villages torn apart.
We cannot look away. We must stand together against violence and extremism wherever it appears.
Join the Endowment for Middle East Truth (EMET) and The International Committee on Nigeria (ICON) for an important forum at the Capital to learn how we can raise awareness and support those suffering.
RSVP: https://capitolhillemet.rsvpify.com/

Today, we honor the memory of 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust, including once-thriving communities that existed for centuries before being destroyed. Their lives were rich with culture, faith, and dreams each one a universe lost.
Amid the darkness, there were small acts of courage, those who risked everything to save others. And even in the face of unimaginable suffering, there were those who held onto hope.
We remember not only to mourn, but to remind ourselves of who we are. We are a strong and enduring people, resilient in the face of history. With Israel as our homeland, we stand united and unwavering.
We remember. We honor. We carry their stories forward.
Never again.

Resilience under pressure. Reality in Israel right now. Strength and safety to all those living through this.

EMET wishes all those celebrating a meaningful and happy Passover.

In a time of tragedy and rising hate toward the Jewish community, we hope this holiday brings people together with family and friends. May it be a time to reflect on the strength, resilience, and unity of the Jewish people, and to find comfort and hope in one another.

Chag Sameach.

Today's EMET Webinar:

Talking Turkey: Impediment to Further Progress in the Middle East

Featuring Sinan Ciddi, Senior Fellow at FDD

Date: Wednesday, February 18th

Time: 12 noon

Throughout the negotiations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been counseling the United States that any military action should be avoided. Erdogan has been pressing hardon this, behind the scenes. Does Erdogan want a weakened regime to remain in power to enable their terrorist proxies against I They are also trying to become the global mediator, trying to see if they can become a major regional power. They are also trying to position themselves in an expansionary move and to attempt to become the regional power. We are also concerned that Ahmed al Sharaa, whose nom de guerre is Abu Mohammed al Julani, is allowing the foreign sovereignty of Turkey to dictate Syria’s attitude toward the Kurds, the Druze, the Alawites and the Christians. Is al-Sharaa trying to resurrect the Ottoman empire on one of the northern borders of Israel?

Here to discuss this is Sinan Ciddi.

About Our Speaker: Sinan Ciddi is a senior fellow at FDD and director of the Turkey program.

Sinan has over two decades of research experience focused on Turkish domestic politics and foreign policy, with bylines in Foreign Policy, Foreign Affairs, Politico, Newsweek, The National Interest, and 19FortyFive. He frequently provides commentary on various media outlets, including BBC, CNN International, DW News, France 24, the Greek Current Podcast, and CBS’s John Batchelor Show.

Sinan is also an associate professor of national security studies at Marine Corps University and an adjunct professor at Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service.

Sinan is the author of Kemalism in Turkish Politics: The Republican People’s Party: Secularism and Nationalism (Routledge, January 2009), a book that explains the electoral weakness of Turkey’s main opposition Republican People’s Party.

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dvkhdvflT_2S8GM9Nswq3Q

Ramadan Kareem to our Muslim friends and colleagues worldwide. May this sacred month inspire peace, unity, and continued prosperity for everyone.