Antisemitism

The insidious plan to expel Jews from the West

Islamism does not invent hatred: it structures it, provides it with an army, supports it with a theology of conquest. Where anti-racism speaks of reparation, Islamism speaks of extermination. Opinion.

Israeli-born chef in US targeted by antisemitic hate campaign

Celebrity chef Guy Vaknin, who served in the IDF, says he received anonymous messages targeting his children and his businesses were vandalized, amid a campaign accusing him of “vegan-washing” Israel.

And what about antisemitism on the Christian Right?

An analysis of the sources of the antisemitism which unfortunately seems alive and well in some quarters of the Christian far right. Opinion.

Melanie Phillips:

Open season against the Jews

The West’s attack on Israel can only be explained by its assault on its own core values and identity.

Lawmakers slam Mamdani's rejection of IHRA

NYC mayoral frontrunner Zohran Mamdani’s rejection of the IHRA definition of antisemitism and support for BDS draws sharp criticism from US Reps. Gottheimer and Lawler, who call his stance "shameful and dangerous."

Echoes of the 1930s:

'Jews banned' sign sparks outrage in Germany

A Flensburg shop owner's sign, reading "Jews are banned from here," sparks national outrage. The incident has drawn condemnation from politicians and from Israel's Ambassador to Germany.

'Hollywood is run by Jews'

Canadian broadcaster ousts journalist over antisemitic comments

Journalist Élisa P. Serret fired from Radio-Canada after making "unacceptable" antisemitic comments on-air. Canadian Culture Minister condemns the remarks.

Halifax man charged after synagogues vandalized

31-year-old man charged after six incidents of antisemitic graffiti, including swastikas and hateful slogans, found on Halifax synagogues and surrounding properties.

Attacking Israel's Prime Minister:

The West's new socially acceptable way to hate Jews

It is fair to criticize Bibi, but a number of Israeli figures have latched on to anti-Israel attempts to discredit Bibi, no matter what the cost to the Jewish State. Traitors like Ehud Olmert would gladly see Israel crumble so long as they get their share of the ruins. Opinion.

Wisconsin considers adopting IHRA antisemitism definition

Wisconsin may adopt the IHRA's antisemitism definition, a move 37 states have made. Such legislation would require state bodies to use the definition to combat the rising tide of antisemitism.

In tears, wearing kippah

Chancellor Merz gives emotional speech on rising antisemitism

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz attends the reopening of the Reichenbachstrasse Synagogue in Munich, expresses shock at the rise of antisemitism in the country, highlighting anti-Jewish sentiment among some Muslim immigrants and admitting: "For too long, we turned a blind eye."

Mamdani to end NYC's recognition of IHRA antisemitism definition

Democratic socialist frontrunner in the NYC mayoral race plans to undo Mayor Adams' executive order adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism, which was meant to combat the wave of anti-Jewish hate crimes in the city.

Worldwide survey:

78% of Jewish students hide religious identity on campus

More than 80% of Jewish students worldwide hide their Zionist identity, while one in five know Jewish peers who were physically assaulted on campus this past year.

Pedro Sánchez’s Spain:

Corruption, Antisemitism, and the politics of shame

The tragedy is not just Sánchez, who turned antisemitism into state policy to shield himself from scandal.The tragedy is a Spain that he drags down with him. Opinion.

Halifax police release photo of suspect in antisemitic vandalism

Halifax police are seeking a suspect after antisemitic graffiti targeted synagogues and a Jewish center. Police Chief Don MacLean states: "Hatred will not be tolerated".

MK Rothman: 'Haredim are society's punching bag'

MK Simcha Rothman pushes to split Attorney General’s role, warns Hamas 'is not safe anywhere,' decrying rising antisemitism and hatred of haredim.

Jews considering leaving Belgium due to rising antisemitism

An international conference against antisemitism focused on the spread of antisemitism within the judiciary, the media, politics and education.

UK MP under fire for antisemitic remark in Parliament

British lawmaker Shockat Adam decried for speech invoking the Israeli army’s ‘blood-soaked tentacles.’

'A disgrace to Spain'

Sa'ar blasts Spanish PM for inciting pro-Palestinian rioters

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemns Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez for celebrating anti-Israel protests. The pro-Palestinian Arab mob's actions, lauded by Sanchez, force the cancellation of the Vuelta a España cycling race.

'Jews did 9/11'

Antisemitic vandalism strikes synagogues in Halifax, Canada

Antisemitic graffiti, including "Jews did 9/11" and a swastika, found on two Halifax synagogues and a Jewish center.

Bob Vylan frontman celebrates Charlie Kirk's killing

The frontman of Bob Vylan delivered a torrent of verbal abuse at the memory of Charlie Kirk during a show in Paradiso.

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Antisemitism in Venice:

Jewish tourists attacked by migrants

Ten attackers surrounded the tourists, shouting 'Free Palestine,' one set a Rottweiler on them, and another slapped one; three arrested.

After antisemitic cancellation

Belgian PM backs Israeli conductor

Belgian PM Bart De Wever attends a German orchestra's concert to support its Israeli conductor, Lahav Shani, after a Belgian festival disinvited them over Gaza war concerns.

Golders Green vandalism:

Suspect charged with religious harassment

Ionut-Cristian Bold, 37, faces hate crime charges for series of attacks on London synagogues and homes. The suspect is remanded to court.

London:

Suspect arrested in series of antisemitic crimes in Golders Green

A suspect has been arrested in connection with a series of antisemitic attacks on synagogues and Jewish schools in London. The arrest follows a joint effort between police and Shomrim North West London.

PMO

Spanish PM's nukes lament 'a blatant genocidal threat'

The Prime Minister Office says the Spanish Inquisition, the expulsion of the Jews of Spain and the systematic mass murder of Jews in the Holocaust, is not enough for Spanish PM Pedro Sanchez, who wished for nuclear weapons to threaten Israel with.

Golders Green:

Synagogue, nursery school, targeted in antisemitic attack

Eighth antisemitic attack in Golders Green, London, targets synagogue, children's nursery.

EndJewHatred launches nationwide 'End Hate in Education' campaign

The End Hate in Education campaign aims to confront rising antisemitism, radicalization, and ideological indoctrination in K-12 schools in the US and Canada.

Antisemitic attacks:

Golders Green synagogues defaced with faeces

Police and Shomrim are investigating after synagogues and a private home in Golders Green were vandalized in antisemitic hate crimes described as 'revolting.'

Jewish family faces anti-Israel harassment during Venice vacation

Haim Tuito, professional photographer and Chabad hassid, and his family were just trying to enjoy their vacation in Venice when they were harassed with anti-Israel slogans.

A first-person account:

Antisemitism is a disease in Australia

Australian antisemitism didn't start after October 7, it just came out of the woodwork. A story of vicious antisemitic nastiness that took place decades ago in the land of Waltzing Matilda. Op-ed.

Enough is enough:

Call for government to defund BBC at March Against Antisemitism

About 70,000 people took to the streets of London to protest against spiralling extremism and Jew-hate in Britain, 'antisemitism is rife right across the UK. You will see it, you will hear it, you will feel it.'

Scottish Jews warn:

'Anti-Israel policy fuels antisemitism, endangers lives'

Jewish activists in Scotland warn First Minister Swinney that his anti-Israel rhetoric and boycott policy are fueling antisemitism. Nearly 3,000 sign a letter urging him to retract and protect Jewish safety.

1 in 5 people in the UK hold antisemitic beliefs

A new study reported by The Sunday Telegraph reveals that 21% of UK citizens agree with four or more antisemitic statements—a worrying surge compared to the last decade.

Over 250 mayors gather in Australia to combat rising antisemitism

Australian leaders vow action against Antisemitism at CAM Mayors Conference.

Suspected hate crime:

Eggs thrown at Toronto Jewish center

Toronto police investigating after eggs were thrown at the Yorkville Jewish Centre. Surveillance shows a man shouting obscenities; the Hate Crime Unit has been notified. The Centre vows to grow stronger.

Netanyahu meets Hungarian antisemitism watchdog

PM Netanyahu meets Hungarian antisemitism watchdog leader. 'Antisemitism directly affects Israel’s security.'

Iran cuts ties with Australia over antisemitic arson allegations

Iran downgrades ties with Australia after Canberra expelled its envoy over alleged antisemitic arson plots. Tehran denies accusations, calling them "ridiculous and baseless".

DC Jewish Museum shooting suspect arraigned

Elias Rodriguez pleads not guilty to murder and hate crime charges in the murder of Israeli Embassy staffers Yaron Lischinsky and Sarah Milgrim.

DC hires writer who celebrated Oct. 7 to helm Batman-line book

Antisemitism watchdog calls on DC Comics to reconsider hiring of writer who posted defenses of the October 7 massacre on the day of the massacre and defended Hamas's right to use violence against Israeli civilians.

Nate Buzz vs. Coldplay:

'It was such a dehumanizing statement'

The Australian actor related to the video showing Coldplay's Chris Martin relating to two young Israelis as humans, "regardless" of where they came from.

US Jewish groups urge synagogues: Apply for security grants

Major Jewish groups urge synagogues to seek federal security grants despite Trump’s terms.

Special interview

Nate Buzz: 'Obligated to be a voice of reason'

Nathaniel Buzolic sat down with Arutz Sheva to speak about firsthand experiences from thr ground, his battle against global misinformation, and the calls for Jews to hold on to hope, truth, and love.

Jim Walden drops NYC mayoral bid in effort to stop Mamdani

Candidate Jim Walden drops out of NYC mayoral race, urging others to unite against Mamdani’s ‘antisemitic obsessions.’

Britain:

Police arrest 26-year-old in hate crime targeting Jewish teen

26-year-old man from Ferndown arrested after a Jewish teen was shot with an air rifle in Bournemouth. Police are treating the incident as a hate crime and have released the suspect on bail.

Antisemitism is the deadly plague of the Western mind

The blood of Jews dissolves in their great and gloomy woke dialectic. It takes a certain genius to turn reality inside out like a blood-soaked glove. Radical Islam has this genius and the West eats it up.Opinion.

Florida man gets 25 years for plot to attack Jews & black people

Miami resident sentenced for possession of multiple guns and thousands of bullets and for making "detailed" plans to attack Jewish and African American targets.

London

Watch: Man rams Orthodox Jews with scooter in antisemitic attacks

Victims include a 21-year-old woman with serious injuries and a three-year-old child left traumatized in what Shomrim called 'unprovoked antisemitic assaults'.

Belgian hospital records 'Jewish' as allergy in 9-year-old's file

A 9-year-old girl’s medical file at a hospital in Knokke, Belgium listed 'Jewish (Israeli)' under allergies, prompting legal action and ethical condemnation.

'France must wake up'

Sa’ar responds to latest antisemitic vandalism

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar urges France to “wake up” after a Holocaust memorial in Lyon was vandalized, echoing US Ambassador Kushner’s criticism of France’s inaction on rising antisemitism.

Paris:

Knife-wielding man arrested after threatening Jews near synagogue

Man threatens Jews near a Paris synagogue before Shabbat and arrested by police. Authorities are probing antisemitic motives.

Boulder, Colorado:

Run For Their Lives marches now secret due to threats, harassment

Boulder Israeli hostage march that was firebombed is now relocating amid ongoing harassment.

France:

Lyon Holocaust memorial defaced with 'Free Gaza'

Lyon’s Holocaust memorial defaced with “Free Gaza,” sparking outrage amid a 112% rise in antisemitic acts across France since the October 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.

'You are not alone'

Carney condemns antisemitic attack in Ottawa grocery store

Canadian PM condemns the stabbing of a Jewish woman in Ottawa, pledging support for the Jewish community and swift justice amid rising antisemitism across Canada.

Reversing course

Philadelphia Jewish museum to rehang Israeli flag after vandalism

The Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History reversed its plan to remove the Israeli flag, affirming it is 'proudly Jewish and proudly Zionist.'

Jewish groups respond after woman stabbed at Ottawa grocery store

A woman in her 70s stabbed at an Ottawa grocery store known for its kosher section. Police are investigating possible motives, including hate bias. Jewish groups express concern and call for increased safety.

Former US Amb. to Israel:

'We all have a stake in this Jew-hating battle'

Former US Ambassador to Israel David Friedman says 'Jew-hatred is a sociopathic obsession that manifests in all kinds of horrific acts. hatred often expands to others. We all have a stake in this battle.'

Jewish student attacked by Arab worker sues for 80k

Arab sanitation worker sued for NIS 80,000 after attacking haredi youth with an iron rod.