Antisemitism

Herzog urges Pope to intensify fight against antisemitism

President Isaac Herzog spoke with Pope Leo XIV ahead of Christmas, discussing rising global antisemitism, Israel’s ties with the Holy See, and hopes for peace in the coming year.

'Albanese - shame on you!'

MK Tal warns Australia over antisemitism and terror

During a Knesset debate on the Sydney terror attack, MK Ohad Tal accused Australia of justifying Hamas terror and warned that unchecked antisemitism leads to violence against Jews.

Interview

The hidden objectives behind the Australia massacre

Psychological warfare expert: Terrorism against Jewish communities around the world is part of a process aimed at isolating Israel and Jews.

Ted Cruz

'US churches are asleep on poison of antisemitism'

Texas Senator warns in speech to Israel Allies Foundation: 'The Church is asleep, fueled by a heresy called replaced theology. If we lose this battle, we lose our nation.'

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.

US Reps write Australia PM affirming support for Jewish community

Members of the House Bipartisan Task Force for Combating Antisemitism send letter to Australian Prime Minister Albanese calling on Australia to implement critical measures to combat antisemitism and protect the Jewish community.

MK Biton to Australian Jewry:

'Israel stands with you after deadly attack in Sydney'

MK Michael Biton praises Australian Jews' Zionist commitment, noting their children’s service in the Israeli army. 'We stand with you,' he said, pledging full support for their safety and security.

Chabad Rabbi in Sydney:

'We’re not canceling Hanukkah - we have to add light'

"We saw ‘globalize intifada’ in action in Bondi" says Chabad emissary and President of the Rabbinical Council of Australia, Rabbi Nochum Schapiro.

'National security issue'

New Australian taskforce to counter antisemitism after massacre

Australia’s Coalition announced a new antisemitism and counterterrorism taskforce after the deadly attack, citing failures to confront extremism and rising threats to Jewish communities.

Bondi massacre

Erin Molan: 'There is no sense of surprise'

Witnessing the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach, Australian journalist Erin Molan says that in the face of antisemitism and hatred toward Jews here, 'it was only a matter of time.'

Former PM John Howard lays flowers at Bondi Beach vigil

Former prime minister John Howard visits the Bondi Beach vigil to lay flowers at the memorial, lashes out at Albanese government for 'not doing enough since 10/7 to counter the spread of antisemitism.'

Antisemitic conspiracy alleged following Bondi Beach attack

Abd al-Bari Atwan, editor of an Arab newspaper in London, alleges Israeli involvement in the Bondi Beach attack, as part of a strategy to rehabilitate its image and punish Australia for recognizing a Palestinian state.

Watch:

Chabad yeshiva students assaulted on NYC subway

Chabad-Lubavitch yeshiva students returning from Hanukkah outreach say they were assaulted and threatened on a New York City subway train.

Israeli envoy in Australia:

'My heart is torn apart over Sydney tragedy'

Israel’s Ambassador to Australia Amir Maimon expresses grief over the Sydney attack, warning of increased antisemitism and urging stronger measures to protect all Australians.

FM Sa'ar:

Antisemitism normalized in Australia, government must act

In a Sky News Australia interview, Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar said years of unchecked antisemitism led to the deadly Sydney Hanukkah attack.

Policemen ran away:

Rabbi recounts daughter’s survival of Bondi Beach terror attack

Rabbi Yosef Eichenblatt expresses harsh criticism of local police and deep concern over what he says is the Australian government’s failure to confront rising antisemitism.

Am Yisrael Chai:

Sydney community rabbi offers a message of strength

Rabbi Nathanel Friedler of Kehillat Masada in Sydney, Australia issues a strengthening message following the shocking murders: 'The 2025 Hanukkah candles will never be forgotten in Sydney.'

Just before Hanukkah

California Jewish home targeted in drive-by shooting

Police investigate drive-by shooting at Redlands Jewish home decorated for Hanukkah; ADL, officials condemn antisemitic attack. Suspect remains at large.

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

Authorities in Europe and the US increased security at Hanukkah events and Jewish sites after an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney killed at least 11 people, prompting global vigilance.

Arsen Ostrovsky among injured

'October 7, that’s the last time I saw this'

'These bastards will not win,' says Arsen Ostrovsky, a social media personality, chairman of the Jewish Council of Israel-Australia, who was injured in the Bondi terrorist attack.

Mike Huckabee:

Mike Huckabee criticizes PM’s response to Bondi Beach attack

US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee calls Prime Minister Albanese’s statement on the deadly Bondi Beach attack 'disgraceful,' for failing to mention the antisemitic motives in the murder of at least 12 people during a Hanukkah celebration.

The Hanukkah message in Australia

In response to the Hanukkah massacre in Sydney, Rabbi Shmuel Eliyahu reminds us that the hatred of Jews did not begin yesterday; it may wear different clothes, but it will never disappear; it is ancient, innate, and deeply rooted.

Erin Molan's heartbreak after the massacre at Bondi Beach

Visibly shaken, journalist Erin Molan describes fear, heartbreak, and deep concern following massacre in Sydney’s Bondi Beach, warning of its emotional toll on the Jewish community.

Sydney Hanukkah Massacre

Israeli MK warns Australia that appeasement fuels terror

'It's first and foremost the role of the Australian government to prevent these kind of vicious attacks and we will demand it in any way possible,' says MK Simcha Rothman.

Personal, Painful, Shaking:

Witness to the terrorist attack at Bondi Beach

'What was supposed to be a moment of light, connection and celebration turned into a terrorist event in an instant,' says a resident of Bondi Beach who was witness to the murderous attack at a Hanukkah celebration.

Antisemitic harassment:

Nashville Jewish center sues Goyim Defense League

Nashville Jewish community center sues Goyim Defense League over alleged campaign of intimidation.

'Go to the gas chambers':

Rabbi, children attacked in Melbourne

A Rabbi from Melbourne's Jewish community in Australia was accosted while riding a city train with his children when a local woman shouted at them, 'Go to the gas chambers.'

Jack Engelhard:

Is antisemitism humanity’s default position?

Once, long ago, journalism was an honorable profession - which it is no more, especially in terms of antisemitism. Opinion.

Ukraine:

Historical synagogue torched in antisemitic attack

Two hundred years after it was built, one of Europe’s most iconic synagogues, which went through 9 years of detailed and delicate restoration, was set on fire in an antisemitic attack.

Dirty Jew:

Miami teacher attacked in antisemitic assault

Local police reported that the attacker approached a Jewish teacher, spat in her face, and called her a 'dirty Jew.'

Israelis attacked in Crete by pro-Palestinians

Passengers on a Mano Shipping cruise were attacked while disembarking for a tour on the beach. The assailants provoked the Israelis, pushing them violently and spitting on them.

Antisemitism in Toronto:

Seniors’ housing targeted in mezuzah theft

Toronto Police are investigating after about 20 mezuzahs were stolen from a Jewish seniors’ housing building.

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.

Canada

Model considers move to Israel after antisemitic incident

Miriam Mattova speaks about the incident in which an Uber driver refused to drive her just because she is Jewish.

14 US colleges receive F grades for antisemitism

New report from StopAntisemitism organization finds that nearly 40% of Jewish students hid their Jewish identity on campus, about 60% experienced antisemitism personally.

France:

Caregiver to stand trial for alleged poisoning of Jewish family

A 42-year-old nanny faces trial in Nanterre for allegedly poisoning a Jewish family’s food and drinks. Prosecutors cite antisemitic motives, though her lawyer denies this, claiming a wage dispute was the cause.

UK:

NHS doctor suspended over alleged antisemitic posts

Dr Rahmeh Aladwan, an NHS trainee surgeon has been suspended for 15 months amid allegations she posted antisemitic and pro-terror content on social media, accusations she denies as investigations continue.

Herzog slams Mamdani's 'outrageous' statements

President Isaac Herzog slams NYC mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, warning that Mamdani's anti-Israel statements are a serious 'red flag.'

Antisemitism in Toronto:

Woman says Uber driver forced her out after learning she’s Jewish

Miriam Mattova says an Uber driver ordered her out after hearing she was Jewish, calling it a disturbing sign of rising antisemitism and urging the company to act decisively.

Senate committee votes to advance Rabbi Kaploun's nomination

Senate Foreign Relations Committee advances Yehuda Kaploun as antisemitism envoy, with some dissent.

Lithuanian coalition leader convicted for antisemitic incitement

Lithuanian coalition party leader, Remigijus Žemaitaitis, fined after court convicts him of inciting hatred toward Jews, grossly minimizing Holocaust in speeches and social media posts.

Why my fight against antisemitism is deeply personal

The antisemitism surge in Australia is a failure of collective leadership. Opinion.

Parashat Vayishlach:

The Isaac-Covenant Jew in an age of rising hatred

Standing at the crossroads, the Torah reminds us that hatred of the Jew has never been cured by Jewish self-erasure. It has never been softened by Jewish timidity.

Harvard professor agrees to leave US after synagogue shooting

Senior Harvard professor, charged with firing shots near a synagogue on Yom Kippur, agrees to leave US voluntarily before being deported.

Amid criticism

BBC orders staff to complete antisemitism training

BBC launches compulsory antisemitism training after Jewish staff accused the broadcaster of bias. The Board of Deputies welcomes the move, but critics demand accountability and warn trust remains at risk.

Demand in Ireland

Investigate whether Microsoft assisted IDF

A human rights organization in Ireland has submitted a request to the local government to open an investigation following reports that Microsoft assisted the IDF by processing data and storing Palestinian Arabs’ phone calls on its cloud services.

Los Angeles

Protesters storm synagogue and vandalize property; 2 arrested

During an anti-Israel demonstration, chants of “baby killers,” “Zionist pigs,” and “scum of the earth” were heard. Two suspects were arrested.

Eric Adams announces executive order against BDS

Outgoing NYC Mayor attends North American Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism. announces orders prohibiting mayoral appointees and agency staff from boycotting and disinvesting from Israel and protecting freedom of religion.

Australia:

Antisemitism falls 20%, still five times pre-Oct. 7 levels

Antisemitic incidents in Australia fell 20% to 1,654 last year, but remain five times pre-Oct. 7 levels, new data show.

U of Florida:

Federal judge orders student who posted antisemitism readmitted

Judge orders University of Florida to readmit law student who posted antisemitic content online.

Rome:

Memorial for 1982 terror attack victim vandalized

Rome synagogue memorial for 2-year-old killed in 1982 Palestinian terror attack vandalized.

EU Parliament hosts conference on academia against Israel

The European Parliament hosted a high-level conference on 'Facing the Academic Front Against Israel' to address the alarming rise of antisemitism and anti-Israel hostility within the academic sphere across Europe.

Malcolm Hoenlein:

'Antisemites receiving massive funding, we are losing this war'

At the Israel Hayom Conference in New York, Malcolm Hoenlein warns of demographic shifts and rising antisemitism, urging Jewish leaders to unite, prepare, and build a new generation connected to Israel.

Miriam Adelson

'Antisemitism rising, this is our time to fight slander & win'

Dr. Adelson addresses the Israel Hayom Conference in New York, and called on the Jewish world to stand together: “We’ve reached a historic moment.”

Toronto

Campaign targets 'war criminals' Olmert, Livni, and Shaked

Anti-Israel organizations are working to prevent the participation of former Israeli government officials in a discussion on the two-state solution scheduled to take place tomorrow in Toronto.

Kathmandu:

Israeli brutally attacked with an iron club

Almog Armouza, 25, from Gadera, was attacked last night in an alley in Kathmandu by a group of locals and suffered serious injuries from one armed with an iron club.

Nick Fuentes snubbed

‘Antisemite of the Year’ finalists include Carlson, Ms. Rachel

Nick Fuentes criticized StopAntisemitism for excluding him from its “Antisemite of the Year” finalists, while the group said he was already nominated in previous years as it shifts focus to other figures spreading antisemitism.

Jack Engelhard:

The unease among America Jews is truly remarkable

Antisemitism will always be with us, but the intensity of it comes and goes in waves. Indeed, the best of times and the worst of times. To flee or not to flee? Opinion.

London anti-Israel protesters target Israeli bakery

A Black Friday protest in London against Israel splinters into an unlicensed rally outside Israeli-owned bakery.

Manchester attack hero: UK Jews ‘no longer feel safe’

Yoni Finlay recounts the Manchester synagogue terror attack, warning that rising antisemitism has left British Jews fearful, exposed, and even considering aliyah as they question their future in the UK.