Chief Rabbi of Israel Rav Dovid Lau touched down in Spain on Thursday, engaging in discussions with Jewish community leaders in Madrid.
Given the prevailing security concerns and apprehensions regarding potential terrorist threats targeting Jewish symbols, Rav Lau was discreetly ushered out of the airport through a side exit, bypassing passport control.
Facilitated by a local entrepreneur and esteemed community member, Sammy Ben Hemo, the visit saw Rav Lau and his entourage greeted by an armored vehicle upon arrival.
Among those present at the meeting were community rabbis and notable figures such as Rabbi Avraham Medina, a prominent local rabbi, and Carlos Malka, a distinguished business figure within the Jewish community.
The encounter, albeit brief, spanned only a few hours, with the rov being accompanied by armed security personnel owing to the delicate security situation.
{Matzav.com Israel}