Antisemitism
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foxnews.comOpinion Piece Advocates Strengthening Zionist Identity to Address Antisemitism
An opinion article from the Jerusalem Post presents a strategy for combating antisemitism through emphasis on Zionist identity and connections between Israel and Jewish communities abroad.
mondoweiss.netAustralian Spy Chief Says Antisemitism Went Unchecked After Gaza War
Australia's intelligence chief told a public inquiry that antisemitic incidents rose sharply after October 2023 and contributed to the decision to raise the national terrorism threat level.
upi.comRepresentative Mike Lawler calls antisemitic conduct shameful in CBS interview
Rep. Mike Lawler stated on Face the Nation that people feeling it is acceptable to engage in antisemitic conduct is shameful. Lawler and Rep. Josh Gottheimer, both members of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, have worked on efforts addressing antisemitism in the United States.
nypost.comLawmakers Discuss Potential U.S.-Iran Deal and Antisemitism Rise
Representatives Josh Gottheimer and Mike Lawler addressed a possible U.S.-Iran agreement and congressional efforts on antisemitism during a May 24, 2026 interview. They offered differing assessments on whether reopening the Strait of Hormuz would meet initial U.S. objectives.
medpagetoday.comPhysician Tells Congress Union Endorses BDS and Excludes Israeli Doctors
A Philadelphia cardiologist testified that the Committee of Interns and Residents supports the BDS movement, declares Israel guilty of apartheid and genocide, and recommends excluding Israeli physicians from employment. He said the union also posted support for individuals linked…
gamereactor.euAntisemitism Reported in Romanian Far-Right Demonstrations and Media
Antisemitic expressions appear in far-right demonstrations, extremist political movements, and some media coverage in Romania. A European Parliament member from the SOS Romania party has publicly expressed hostility toward Jews.
nationalpost.comOpinion piece links Qatari media to rise in antisemitism after October 7
A former Al Jazeera producer argues that Qatari-funded outlets have amplified anti-Israel messaging that has contributed to increased antisemitic incidents in Western countries since October 2023.
axios.comMemorial removed, death penalty sought, singer booed in one week
A London memorial was taken down after becoming a target. Prosecutors filed to seek the death penalty in a shooting case. A performer faced loud boos during an international contest.
ksl.comMan Shouted Threat Outside Synagogue and Mentioned Schools
A man shouted an antisemitic threat outside a synagogue and referenced blowing up schools. Police are investigating the incident.
theduran.comColumn Examines Historical Patterns of Antisemitism in American Politics
A newsletter column discusses how certain political positions have historically attracted individuals with antisemitic views. The piece references a 1941 rally and draws on a biography of John T. Flynn.
Washington ExaminerDemocratic Candidate Faces Bipartisan Condemnation Over Antisemitic Instagram Post
Democratic congressional candidate Maureen Galindo drew condemnation from lawmakers in both parties after posting on Instagram that she would detain American Zionists at ICE facilities if elected. House Democratic leaders and two Jewish Democratic representatives said her remarks…
foxnews.comSpotify Declines Request to Remove Rap Song Cited for Antisemitic Content
Spotify rejected a request from the International Legal Forum to remove Chris Webby's song Raw Thoughts VII. The organization said the track promotes antisemitic conspiracy theories and violates platform guidelines.
citizen.co.zaJustice Department Forms Antisemitism Advisory Committee and Plans National Tour
The U.S. Department of Justice announced an Antisemitism Advisory Committee to advise the Attorney General on rising antisemitism. The department also said it will conduct a nationwide tour to strengthen local responses.
Fox NewsInfluencer rhetoric draws scrutiny over antisemitism and violence
StopAntisemitism founder says online influencers are normalizing antisemitic and violent content. The organization links this trend to political appearances and platform amplification.
jta.orgJewish Teacher Describes Husband's Burial During Bondi Commission Speech
Sharonne Blum told the Bondi Commission she buried her husband and placed soil from Israel in his grave. She described the act as an expression of Zionism. The commission is examining events surrounding a December 2025 mass shooting at Bondi Beach.
jpost.comGroup Reports Over 100 Antisemitic Incidents in UK Schools
Parents Against Antisemitism documented more than 100 accounts of antisemitic incidents in United Kingdom schools. The accounts include specific classroom events and student statements. The government has made Holocaust education compulsory.
The Sydney Morning HeraldAustralian Broadcasters Reject IHRA Definition of Antisemitism
The ABC and SBS declined to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance definition of antisemitism after a request from the federal government and special envoy Jillian Segal. The decision drew letters from readers who argued the definition would limit criticism of Isr…
bbc.co.ukPolice Investigate Assault on Jewish Man in Golders Green
A 22-year-old Jewish man visiting London from Israel was assaulted in Golders Green early Monday. The Metropolitan Police is treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime.
bbc.co.ukIsraeli Man Assaulted in London Neighborhood Treated as Antisemitic Hate Crime
A 22-year-old Israeli man was beaten by a group of men in Golders Green early Monday. Police arrived within six minutes and are investigating the incident as an antisemitic hate crime.
order-order.comMetropolitan Police Investigate Assault on Jewish Man in Golders Green
Police are investigating an assault on a Jewish man in his 20s that occurred early Monday morning in the London suburb of Golders Green. The attack is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime, and no arrests have been made.
nbcnews.comProtesters Demonstrate Outside New York City Synagogue for Second Time in Six Days
Demonstrators gathered outside a Brooklyn synagogue on Monday to protest an Israeli real estate expo. The event marks the second such demonstration in six days at the same location.
jpost.comAustralia Royal Commission on Antisemitism Holds First Hearings
The first block of hearings for Australia's Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion concluded after participants shared accounts of antisemitism. The hearings began on May 4, 2026, following the October 7, 2023 attacks.
jpost.comAbraham Foxman, Longtime ADL Leader, Funeral Held at Park Avenue Synagogue
The longtime leader of the Anti-Defamation League, who died prior to May 14 2026, was remembered Tuesday following a career that spanned nearly three decades at the helm of the organization. Abraham Foxman helmed the ADL from 1987 to 2015. A photograph of him in Rome in 2004 illu…
jpost.comKing Charles Pledges UK Action Against Antisemitism and Extremism
King Charles III delivered the King's Speech on Wednesday outlining the UK government's plans to take urgent action against antisemitism, foreign threats, and extremism. The speech, written by the government, serves as the centerpiece of the State Opening of Parliament. The monar…
Fox NewsCanadian Professor Says University Fired Him for Social Media Defense of Israel
Paul Finlayson, a non-Jewish professor at the University of Guelph-Humber, said he was suspended in November 2023 and fired in July 2025 after responding to an online post he described as calling for the eradication of Israel. The university cited violations of the Ontario Human…
ForbesWilliam Paul Apologizes After Confronting Rep. Mike Lawler at DC Bar
William Paul confronted Rep. Mike Lawler at the Tune Inn Restaurant & Bar on Pennsylvania Avenue in Washington, DC, on May 12, 2026, yelling antisemitic insults tied to the upcoming Kentucky Republican primary. Lawler described the 10-minute diatribe as reprehensible and disgusti…
ibtimes.co.ukPrince Harry Writes New Statesman Article Addressing Antisemitism in Britain
Prince Harry described the rise in antisemitism as "deeply troubling" and pointed to deadly attacks on Jewish communities in Manchester and London. In the opinion piece published on May 14, 2026, he reflected on his past mistakes and urged opposition to both antisemitism and anti…
nbcnews.comMinneapolis Mayor Criticizes Netanyahu Policies While Defending Israel
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke at a Jewish Democratic Council of America event on May 14, 2026. He said anti-Zionism can blur into antisemitism and recounted an incident at a local grocery store after the October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel. Frey stated that Democrats shou…
Washington ExaminerRand Paul’s Son William Apologizes After Verbal Altercation With Rep. Mike Lawler at DC Bar
William Paul confronted Rep. Mike Lawler on Tuesday evening, accusing him of being Jewish and making antisemitic remarks tied to Rep. Thomas Massie’s upcoming primary. Lawler, who is not Jewish, pushed back during the encounter at a Washington bar. Paul issued an apology on X the…
crooksandliars.comSon of Sen. Rand Paul Makes Antisemitic and Homophobic Remarks at DC Bar
William Paul, the adult son of Sen. Rand Paul (R-Ky.), made antisemitic and homophobic statements during an encounter with Rep. Mike Lawler (R-NY) at a Washington bar on Tuesday night. Lawler recounted that Paul, who had been drinking, interjected into a conversation and blamed J…
marketwatch.comAlex Soros' Open Society Foundations Commit $30 Million to Groups Fighting Antisemitism and Anti-Muslim Hate
Open Society Foundations will direct $30 million to organizations combating antisemitism and anti-Muslim hate in the United States and worldwide. The announcement was made by Alex Soros. The investment marks a coordinated effort to address both forms of hate simultaneously.
jpost.comWorld Jewish Congress President Urges Investment in Jewish Education Over Antisemitism Efforts
World Jewish Congress President Ronald S. Lauder told Jewish leaders in Geneva that communities should redirect funding from efforts to persuade antisemites toward Jewish education. Lauder cited a surge in antisemitism across multiple countries and said it had become dangerous to…
msnbc.comPennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht Drops Democratic Registration, Cites Party’s Tolerance of Antisemitism
Justice David Wecht announced on May 11, 2026, that he has dropped his Democratic registration and is now unaffiliated. He cited the party's growing tolerance of antisemitism as the reason for his departure. Wecht previously served as vice-chair of the Pennsylvania Democratic Par…
rediff.com27-Year-Old Tunisian Man Arrested in Paris on Suspicion of Planning Attacks on Louvre and Jewish Sites
French authorities arrested the man on Thursday and opened a judicial investigation on Monday. He is suspected of plotting a violent attack targeting a Parisian museum and the Jewish community, though no specific target was identified. The suspect also planned to join Islamic Sta…
msnbc.comPennsylvania Supreme Court Justice David Wecht Leaves Democratic Party
Justice David Wecht announced he is no longer registered with any political party, citing what he described as growing antisemitism that has moved into the mainstream of the Democratic Party. The longtime jurist, who won retention in November 2025, made the statement in his perso…
New York PostAbout 20,000 Attend London Rally Against Antisemitism
A demonstration organized by the Board of Deputies of British Jews and the Jewish Leadership Council drew roughly 20,000 people to Whitehall in London on May 10, 2026. The event followed reports of elevated antisemitic incidents in the United Kingdom in 2025. Speakers addressed t…
jta.orgEuropean Jewish Association Receives Mandate to Seek Protected Minority Status
Jewish leaders from across Europe voted to authorize the European Jewish Association to negotiate protected minority status for Jews with national governments and the European Union. The status would ensure Jewish life and religious practice no longer depend on the goodwill of wh…
jpost.comOver $1 Million in Federal Funds Granted to California Jewish Community Security Program
Congressman Brad Sherman and the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles announced on Tuesday that more than $1 million in federal funds has been awarded to the federation’s Community Security Initiative. Sherman had requested $1.4 million last May for the 2026 fiscal year.
nypost.comFlorida Congressional Race Draws in Disputes Over Antisemitism and Foreign Allegiances
A Florida congressional race has expanded into a dispute involving antisemitism accusations, Israel, Azerbaijan and the Armenian-American community. The conflict began after a candidate publicly criticized social media personality Dan Bilzerian following a government report that…
uctoday.comJewish Musicians Testify at Australian Inquiry That Zionist Views Led to Career and Business Boycotts
Deborah Conway and Joshua Moshe told a royal commission how they faced online abuse, boycotts and professional ostracism after their membership in a WhatsApp group for Jewish creatives was leaked. The commission opened its second week of hearings examining definitions of antisemi…
jpost.comWorld Jewish Congress Marks 90th Anniversary with Gala in Geneva
The organization founded in 1936 held a commemorative dinner on May 10, 2026, addressed by Swiss President Guy Parmelin. WJC leaders honored the family of Ran Gvili, described as the final hostage held in Gaza after the October 7 massacre. Meetings on antisemitism continue throug…
The Sydney Morning HeraldRoyal Commission Hears Testimony on Rise in Antisemitism in Australia
A royal commission examining antisemitism in Australia heard testimony on its sixth day of public hearings about a steady increase in incidents over the past decade. Witnesses described personal experiences including harassment at public events, online abuse directed at a teenage…
jta.orgAbraham Foxman, Longtime Anti-Defamation League Director, Dies at 86
Abraham H. Foxman, who led the Anti-Defamation League for nearly 30 years, died at age 86. The organization announced his death on Sunday but provided no details on the time or place. Foxman built the ADL into a major voice against antisemitism and prejudice while counseling worl…
themandarin.com.auRoyal Commission on Antisemitism Hears From Nine Witnesses on Day Six
The Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion is holding its sixth day of hearings focused on defining antisemitism, its impact on Jewish Australians and how to assess its prevalence in institutions. Nine witnesses including Jewish community leaders, rabbis, musicians…
The IndependentCabinet Minister Booed at London Antisemitism Rally
A senior government minister faced boos and chants from the crowd while addressing a rally against antisemitism outside Downing Street on May 10. Protesters demanded stronger government action as politicians from multiple parties spoke at the event. A separate rally in New York d…
jns.orgAbe Foxman, Longtime ADL Leader, Dies at 86
Abraham “Abe” Foxman, who served as national director of the Anti-Defamation League for 28 years, died at age 86. The organization confirmed his death on Sunday. Israeli officials and Jewish American groups paid tribute to his decades of advocacy against antisemitism and support…
jpost.comTens of Thousands March in London Amid Debate Over Rising Antisemitism and Free Speech
Tens of thousands marched in the British capital on Sunday to protest a sharp rise in violence against Jews and government inaction. U.K. opposition leader Kemi Badenoch called for deporting foreign hate preachers as the terrorism threat level was raised to severe. Similar antise…
fortune.comAbraham H. Foxman, Longtime Anti-Defamation League Director, Dies at 86
Abraham H. Foxman, who served as national director of the Anti-Defamation League for nearly 30 years, died at age 86. A Holocaust survivor, he built the organization into a major voice against antisemitism and prejudice while counseling world leaders. The ADL announced his death…
New York PostHigh School Counselor Arrested After Alleged Sex With Student on Campus
A high school counselor was arrested for allegedly having sex with a student on campus. Separately, a London woman was arrested for allegedly attacking a Jewish schoolboy amid a series of antisemitic incidents. In Japan, a microbus carrying 20 high school students crashed, killin…
nypost.comJewish American Heritage Month Focuses on Education Amid Rising Antisemitism Reports
An opinion article on nypost.com argues that Jewish American Heritage Month should emphasize teaching about Jewish history, identity, antisemitism and the Holocaust. The piece cites polls showing antisemitic attitudes among younger Americans and calls for curriculum in the Los An…
jpost.comThousands March in Central London Against Antisemitism
Board of Deputies of British Jews vice president Adrian Cohen said the threats Jewish people in the UK face have a wider impact on the community. Thousands of people joined a protest against antisemitism in central London. @SkyNews reported the gathering.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewReligious Leaders and Groups Issue Joint Letter Against Antisemitism Ahead of London Rally
An open letter signed by leaders from multiple faiths, sports organizations, businesses and charities states that antisemitism is a shared societal problem requiring collective action. The letter was released ahead of a rally outside Downing Street on Sunday organized by Jewish g…
leftfootforward.orgNigel Farage Invited to Speak at London Rally Against Antisemitism, Prompting Petition From Over 2,000 British Jews and Israelis
A petition opposing the invitation of Nigel Farage to a rally against antisemitism gathered more than 2,000 signatures by Saturday. The event is scheduled for Sunday in London. Haaretz reported the development from its correspondent in the U.K. capital.
The TimesKhan and Rowley Renew Calls for Changes to UK Terrorism Laws Amid Antisemitism Concerns
Dame Sara Khan and Sir Mark Rowley, co-authors of a 2021 report ignored by the Home Office, say gaps in existing legislation have allowed extremists to glorify terrorism with impunity. Pro-Palestine rallies since the October 7 2023 attacks have featured specific chants and symbol…
EuronewsNumber of Israelis Acquiring German Citizenship Nearly Doubles Since 2021
Naturalisations of Israelis in Germany nearly doubled from 2021 to 2024 while pending claims under Article 116(2) reached 17,689 as of 1 April 2026. Eliyahu Raful, who founded an assistance organisation after securing his own passport, said clientele shifted toward ultra-Orthodox…
The Sydney Morning HeraldWitnesses Describe Antisemitism Experiences at Australian Royal Commission Hearings
Students, teachers and a crisis hotline volunteer gave evidence on the fifth day of public hearings for the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Testimony included a university student who was asked to leave her share house over views on Zionism and a gay Jewish…
foxnews.comSuspect Pleads Guilty to Murder in Colorado Firebombing of Jewish Hostage Supporters
Mohamed Sabry Soliman pleaded guilty Thursday to 101 charges including murder and was sentenced to life in prison without parole for the June 1, 2025 attack in Boulder that killed one woman and injured others. He threw Molotov cocktails at a group of mostly elderly demonstrators…
The New YorkerUK Police Investigate Car Driven at Jewish Schoolboys as Religiously Aggravated Assault
Metropolitan Police are treating an incident in which a car drove toward three Jewish schoolboys in north London as a religiously aggravated assault. No injuries were reported in the April 20 event, which occurred near a Jewish school as children wearing skullcaps were present.
The BbcTwo arrested over suspected arson at former East London synagogue
A 45-year-old man and 52-year-old woman were arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson after a fire was deliberately started at a former synagogue in Whitechapel, east London. Minor damage was caused to gates and a lock at the building, which is in the process of being…
The Bbc**Faith Leaders Sign Open Letter Calling Antisemitism 'A Problem For All Of Us To Fix'**
Faith leaders from multiple religions and prominent figures from business, sport and media signed a Together Coalition letter describing recent violence against Jews as "a nightmare from another time." The letter follows a string of attacks on Jewish people and sites in the UK, i…