Prominent Jewish American leader and Israel defender Abraham “Abe” Foxman has died at age 86. The Anti-Defamation League, the advocacy group he led for 28 years, confirmed his death on Sunday, calling him an “outspoken, passionate, and tireless advocate for the Jewish people and Israel “. Recommended Stories list of 3 items list 1 of 3 US-Iran ceasefire under strain as Gulf states report drone attacks list 2 of 3 Trump says US will not allow Iran to reach enriched uranium list 3 of 3 Gaza volunteers plant olive trees at devastated al-Shifa Hospital end of list A Holocaust survivor, Foxman helped shape the conversation around Israel and anti-Semitism in the US for decades. ADL Board Chair Nicole Munchnik said Foxman helped build the “modern liberal era of America”, describing him as a “longtime adviser” to US presidents and world leaders. “To those of us who knew him, Abe was a warm friend, adviser, spirited antagonist and hugger – all over lunch,” Munchnik said.…