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Analysis:

Israel divestment could cost NYC taxpayers $37b

BDS movement targets major American companies like Amazon, Alphabet and Microsoft; ADL-JLens report estimates risk to NYC Pension Funds.

Israel divestment could cost NYC taxpayers $37b

NY Governor hopeful vows to fight rising antisemitism

At New York's Israel Day Parade, Bruce Blakeman criticized Zohran Mamdani, warned of rising antisemitism, and vowed action.

NY Governor hopeful vows to fight rising antisemitism

Rep. Lawler:

It's more dangerous than ever to be Jewish in NYC

Rep. Mike Lawler spoke with Arutz Sheva whilst marching in New York's Israel Day Parade, criticizing Mayor Mamdani's absence and warning of rising antisemitism.

It's more dangerous than ever to be Jewish in NYC

NYC Councilman

'Jewish people must confront those playing for the other team'

Speaking at the Arutz Sheva conference, New York City Councilman James F. Gennaro called on leaders to do more to stand up against antisemitism and Israel-bashing.

'Jewish people must confront those playing for the other team'

Unprecedented security for Israel Parade in New York

Tens of thousands of people are expected to march today (Sunday) in New York’s annual Israel Parade under unprecedented police security measures. The event will be broadcast live by Arutz Sheva.

Unprecedented security for Israel Parade in New York

Legal challenge filed over Brooklyn coop’s Israel boycott

Jewish group files cease and desist order against Park Slope Food Coop for its Israel boycott.

Legal challenge filed over Brooklyn coop’s Israel boycott

Largest Jewish library in New York inaugurated

Massive Jewish library established in New York with support of billionaire Jay Schottenstein. 'Jay Schottenstein is the Abraham of our generation, spreading the light of Torah in the broadest possible way.'

Largest Jewish library in New York inaugurated

NY man gets 10 years for plot to assassinate Iranian dissident

New York man receives 10 years in prison for his role in an Iran-backed plot to kill writer Masih Alinejad.

NY man gets 10 years for plot to assassinate Iranian dissident

Israeli Consul holds historic tour of Staten Island

Ofir Akunis, Consul General of Israel in New York, embarked on a comprehensive, day-long tour of Staten Island on Monday.

Israeli Consul holds historic tour of Staten Island

Park Slope Food Coop votes for Israel boycott

Brooklyn’s Park Slope Food Coop votes to boycott Israeli products in virtual vote critics warn creates antisemitism.

Park Slope Food Coop votes for Israel boycott

Thousands to rally at Gracie Mansion over rising antisemitism

Thousands are expected Tuesday, May 26 at 7:00 PM outside Gracie Mansion in Manhattan for a rally organized by End Jew Hatred to protest rising extremism, antisemitism and intimidation after anti‑Israel demonstrations in Flatbush. Organizers say leaders of multiple faiths will speak; details at the official event page.

Thousands to rally at Gracie Mansion over rising antisemitism

First time since 1964:

New York mayor will not participate in Israel Day Parade

Annual Salute to Israel Parade on Fifth Avenue will take place without New York City’s mayor; organizers expect record attendance and a strong presence of Israeli official representatives.

New York mayor will not participate in Israel Day Parade

ILTV announces new ownership

New York tech entrepreneur and businessman Reuven Moskowitz and ILTV CEO Tom Zadok purchase ILTV network from businessmen Simon Falic and David Herzog.

ILTV announces new ownership

Iraqi terror mastermind charged in US with 18 plots against Jews

Leader of Iraqi militia Kataib Hezbollah arrested for plotting 18 terror attacks targeting Jews and Americans, including targeting a NY synagogue.

Iraqi terror mastermind charged in US with 18 plots against Jews

NJ resident admits to ramming Chabad Lubavitch World headquarters

New Jersey resident pleads guilty to ramming his car into Chabad's Brooklyn headquarters five times during a memorial event.

NJ resident admits to ramming Chabad Lubavitch World headquarters

Anti-Israel protesters clash with Jews outside Brooklyn synagogue

Anti-Israel demonstrators and pro-Israel counterprotesters clashed outside a Brooklyn synagogue as police detained several people.

Anti-Israel protesters clash with Jews outside Brooklyn synagogue

JFK’s grandson aligns with Bernie Sanders against Israel aid

Jack Schlossberg, who is seeking to replace Rep. Jerrod Nadler, backs blocking arms to Israel, claiming the US has already lost the war in Iran.

JFK’s grandson aligns with Bernie Sanders against Israel aid

NYPD

Antisemitic hate crimes fell 30% in April

For the first time in 2026, antisemitic hate crimes are down year over year in New York, but continue to account for 60% of all hate crimes.

Antisemitic hate crimes fell 30% in April

Akunis:

To those who deny our existence, we do not need your recognition

At event in New York marking the 78th year of Israel's Independence, Consul General Ofir Akunis blasts Israel's critics: We do not need your recognition.

To those who deny our existence, we do not need your recognition

NY:

Poll shows minority of NYC Jewish voters approve of Mamdani

A new poll finds just 32% of Jewish voters rate Mayor Zohran Mamdani positively, while most express concern over rising antisemitism in New York City.

Poll shows minority of NYC Jewish voters approve of Mamdani

Brooklyn:

NY woman sues DMV over forced removal of head covering

Brooklyn woman sues the New York DMV, claiming she was forced to remove her religious head covering for a license photo despite religious exemption rules, causing her excessive emotional distress.

NY woman sues DMV over forced removal of head covering

The Israeli campaign causing a stir in New York

A campaign launched by the Israeli Consulate in New York City and the Israeli Ministry of Foreign Affairs has taken over Times Square, with giant billboards displaying the flags of Israel and Lebanon side by side.

The Israeli campaign causing a stir in New York

Watch: Ofir Akunis waves Israeli flag in New York

Israeli Consul General Ofir Akunis waves Israeli flag in New York, promises, 'We will not compromise on waving our flag, in every place and at every time.'

Watch: Ofir Akunis waves Israeli flag in New York

Hochul declares solidarity with Israel on Independence Day

New York Governor Kathy Hochul expresses strong solidarity with Israel on its 78th Independence Day, highlighting the state’s large Jewish population and the deep bond between New York and Israel.

Hochul declares solidarity with Israel on Independence Day

$318 million victory: Iran terror victims finally paid

After decades, Iran-linked Manhattan skyscraper yields $318M for terror victims.

$318 million victory: Iran terror victims finally paid

Watch: Unusual collision at New York airport

Air Canada plane makes crash-landing at LaGuardia Airport in New York, injuring dozens.

Watch: Unusual collision at New York airport

New York: Jewish man dies in house fire

Many firefighters were called to the scene and worked for many hours to extinguish the fire. Several Torah scrolls in the house were also completely destroyed in the fire.

New York: Jewish man dies in house fire

Watch: Iranians and Jews sing 'Hatikva' in New York

Israelis, American Jews, and Iranian Americans march together in New York, in a show of support and solidarity with the Iranian people. Watch.

Watch: Iranians and Jews sing 'Hatikva' in New York

Watch:

Quick thinking Hatzalah volunteer saves child in Boro Park

Footage from the Borough Park neighborhood in Brooklyn captures moments of fear that turned into a miracle thanks to the exceptionally quick response of a local Hatzalah volunteer.

Quick thinking Hatzalah volunteer saves child in Boro Park

Air Travel Nightmare:

Flight to USA returns to Israel after eight hours airborne

Due to extreme weather in New York, an El Al flight that departed Tel Aviv had to return to Israel after eight hours of flying toward the United States.

Flight to USA returns to Israel after eight hours airborne

Agudath Israel 'deeply disappointed' in passage of euthanasia law

New York has become the 13th U.S. state to allow doctors to prescribe lethal drugs to terminal patients.

Agudath Israel 'deeply disappointed' in passage of euthanasia law

CUNY event:

Outrage for framing Hamas tunnels as ‘decolonial’ resistance

NYC's only public law school to host a talk portraying Hamas’s underground terror network as “decolonial land use," drawing condemnation from Israeli and Jewish advocates who say the event condones an infrastructure used to attack civilians and hold hostages.

Outrage for framing Hamas tunnels as ‘decolonial’ resistance

Israel drone supplier booted from Brooklyn Navy Yard

After NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani takes office, NYC City Hall evicts Israel drone supplier from Brooklyn Navy Yard.

Israel drone supplier booted from Brooklyn Navy Yard

Akunis demands cancelling event supporting Hamas

Israel’s Consul General in New York sent a sharply worded letter to the president of the City University of New York, demanding the cancellation of an event which he says expresses support for terrorism.

Akunis demands cancelling event supporting Hamas

5-year-old from Skver Hasidic community killed in road accident

5-year-old boy severely injured in a hit-and-run accident in the Skver Hasidic neighborhood in New York State and succumbed to his injuries at Westchester Medical Center.

5-year-old from Skver Hasidic community killed in road accident

Democrat Representative defends Yeshiva students

Patrick Ryan wrote to Prime Minister Netanyahu to ask that he ensure Yeshiva students with American citizenship can travel freely despite sanctions for avoiding IDF service.

Democrat Representative defends Yeshiva students

Over IHRA reversal

NY Governor candidate Blakeman attacks Hochul, Mamdani

Bruce Blakeman urges New York to adopt the IHRA antisemitism definition, criticizing Gov. Hochul and Mayor Mamdani for resisting or reversing it amid rising antisemitism.

NY Governor candidate Blakeman attacks Hochul, Mamdani

Israeli Consul General in NY, Ofir Akunis, witnesses blizzard

Israel's Consul General in New York, Ofir Akunis, documents the snow on Fifth Avenue, 'scenes that have not been seen here for many, many years.'

Israeli Consul General in NY, Ofir Akunis, witnesses blizzard

Fight against antisemitism

NY Governor proposes new worship buffer zones

Kathy Hochul proposes 25‑foot protest buffer zones at houses of worship, citing rising antisemitism.

NY Governor proposes new worship buffer zones

ZOA slams NY Mayor Mamdani for revoking antisemitism protections

ZOA condemns Mamdani’s ending executive orders protecting Jews & appointment of Israel-bashing, lawyer-for-Muslim terrorists, Ramzi Kassem, as NYC Chief Counsel, endangering Jews and the US.

ZOA slams NY Mayor Mamdani for revoking antisemitism protections

Times Square:

Outrage at billboard with 'Jesus is Palestinian' message

A Times Square billboard draws criticism for being divisive and historically inaccurate, while ADC says it aims to highlight cultural connections between Christians, Arabs, and Muslims.

Outrage at billboard with 'Jesus is Palestinian' message

'Kill a Jew today'

Suspect in Crown Heights antisemitic stabbing arrested

Attacker shouted that he was going to "kill a Jew today" before committing stabbing, victim says.

Suspect in Crown Heights antisemitic stabbing arrested

After Stefanik drops out

Trump backs Jewish politician Bruce Blakeman for NY Governor

Trump endorses Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman for New York governor, a day after Elise Stefanik ended her campaign.

Trump backs Jewish politician Bruce Blakeman for NY Governor

New York:

Discrimination against job candidate for observing Shabbat

US car company paid $300,000 in settlement agreement to a Jewish candidate who was discriminated against because he observes the Sabbath. "Employers cannot refuse to hire a job candidate to avoid approving a request for religious accommodation"

Discrimination against job candidate for observing Shabbat

Hanukkah gift from Bloomingdale’s with “Free Palestine” note

New York woman says her Hanukkah gift from Bloomingdale’s was marred by a handwritten 'Free Palestine' note, triggering an internal investigation and condemnation from Jewish leaders.

Hanukkah gift from Bloomingdale’s with “Free Palestine” note

New York:

Antisemitic attack in Brooklyn: Jew stabbed in Crown Heights

A Jewish man was stabbed in an antisemitic attack in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York, as assailant expressed support for another Holocaust.

Antisemitic attack in Brooklyn: Jew stabbed in Crown Heights

Unusual collision at JFK delays Arkia flight to Israel

A JAL plane collided with an Arkia aircraft while reversing at JFK Airport, causing significant damage and delaying the New York-Tel Aviv flight, leaving about 270 passengers to Israel waiting in the terminal.

Unusual collision at JFK delays Arkia flight to Israel

Times Square campaign

'We do not forget Ran Gvili for a single moment'

Israeli Consulate in New York launches a campaign for the release of the last hostage held by Hamas. Akunis: “We do not forget Ran Gvili, a hero of Israel, for a single moment.”

'We do not forget Ran Gvili for a single moment'

President Herzog in NYC:

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

Speaking in New York, President Isaac Herzog urged a united fight against antisemitism, defended Israel’s conduct in war, and warned of growing Iranian aggression.

Mamdani shows 'utter contempt' for Jewish nation state

President Herzog lauds Israel's medical heroes at NYC event

At Shamir Medical Center event in New York, Israeli President Isaac Herzog salutes Israel’s medical resilience, says Shamir Medical Center 'gave us light during a time of darkness.'

President Herzog lauds Israel's medical heroes at NYC event

Convicted killer of Leiby Kletzky dies in New York State Prison

Levi Aron, serving 40 years to life for the 2011 murder of 8-year-old Leiby Kletzky, has died in state custody, New York officials confirmed.

Convicted killer of Leiby Kletzky dies in New York State Prison

Harmeet Dhillon

US civil rights chief: NY mayor-elect 'antisemitic demagogue'

US Civil Rights Chief Harmeet Dhillon calls New York’s mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani an 'antisemitic demagogue' and vows federal protection against rising hate crimes.

US civil rights chief: NY mayor-elect 'antisemitic demagogue'

Survey:

Mamdani victory triggers surge in fear among US Jews

American Jews express sharp concern over Mamdani’s election, with most fearing it will harm Jewish security and reflect rising anti-Israel sentiment in the US.

Mamdani victory triggers surge in fear among US Jews

'We fell short':

NYPD Commissioner apologizes to NYC synagogue after protest

NYPD commissioner Jessica Tisch apologizes for allowing ‘turmoil’ outside synagogue.

NYPD Commissioner apologizes to NYC synagogue after protest

Following Amudim letter:

Rabbi Schachter retracts support for clemency bid in abuse case

Yeshiva University's Rabbi Hershel Schachter retracts support for clemency request on behalf of a convicted abuser, following harsh statement by Zvi Gluck, CEO of Amudim.

Rabbi Schachter retracts support for clemency bid in abuse case

Jews to Memorialize Rabbi Kahane This Sunday in New York

On the 35th anniversary of Rabbi Meir Kahane's assassination, New York's Jewish community will gather in Brooklyn to honor his memory and discuss the urgent challenges facing Jews in the city today.

Jews to Memorialize Rabbi Kahane This Sunday in New York

Report:

Pro-Israel lawmaker Stefanik to launch NY Governor bid

Rep. Elise Stefanik will launch her campaign for New York governor on Friday, blasting Hochul’s ties to NYC’s new anti-Israel mayor and calling her “the Worst Governor in America”, according to Politico.

Pro-Israel lawmaker Stefanik to launch NY Governor bid

The Islamist capture of New York

America must wake up. This is about more than one upstart revolutionary. Opinion.

The Islamist capture of New York

Jewish orgs vow to hold Mamdani 'accountable' after NYC election

Multiple Jewish organizations vow to fight rising antisemitism following election of Democratic Socialist who refused to condemn 'globalize the Intifada' chants as mayor of the city with the largest Jewish population in the Diaspora.

Jewish orgs vow to hold Mamdani 'accountable' after NYC election

Mamdani Monitor:

ADL to scrutinize NYC Mayor-elect’s policies

Citing record-high antisemitic incidents, the ADL launched a multi-pronged effort to monitor Mayor-Elect Mamdani’s administration and protect NYC’s Jewish community.

ADL to scrutinize NYC Mayor-elect’s policies