Antisemitism

PM Meets with Hungarian President On Anti-Semitism

PM Binyamin Netanyahu met in Jerusalem with Hungarian President Janos Ader to discuss anti-Semitism in Hungary and regional issues.

French Synagogue Vandalized For Third Time in Ten Days

A synagogue in Paris was vandalized Wednesday night, the third such incident within a ten-day period.

Hitler Baby Poster Sparks Controversy in Montreal

Advertisements for a festival in Montreal, featuring a baby sporting the mustache of Adolf Hitler, have stirred outrage in Jewish community.

Anti-Semitic Cartoon Wins Iran's 'Wall Street Downfall' Contest

A cartoon portraying Jewish worshippers praying at NY Stock Exchange won first prize in Iran’s "Wall Street Downfall Cartoon Festival."

Democratic Politician Claimed No Jews Died in 9/11

A Missouri politician who was a local campaign manager for Obama claimed that no Jews died in the 9/11 attacks, and then apologized.

Attackers in France to be Prosecuted for Anti-Semitism

French judge rules: the anti-Semitic motive of two Arabs who attacked a Jewish student will be included in the lawsuit against them.

'Death to the Jews' on J'lem Pavement

A resident of the Old City discovered the threat spray painted on the stone-paved floor, alongside Stars of David.

Anti-Semites Deface Jewish Agency Building in Russia

Swastikas and anti-Semitic epithets were found scrawled on a building used by the Jewish Agency in St. Petersburg in Russia.

Extreme Right Hungarian Leader Challenges Chabad Rabbi to Debate

Leader of extreme right Hungarian political party challenged head of the Hungarian Jewish Congregation, to a public debate on anti-Semitism.

Israeli Rabbi Attacked on Paris Subway

Rabbi Asher Idan from Jerusalem was attacked and robbed of 600 euros while traveling on the subway in Paris.

Name of Anti-Semite Removed from Vienna Road

Austrian officials have removed the name of a notoriously anti-Semitic former mayor from a street in Vienna.

New Fund Will Protect World Jewry

The IFCJ and Jewish Agency have partnered with the Friendship Fund to raise funds to protect Jewish communities from rising anti-Semitism.

Expert: Anti-Zionism, Anti-Semitism Now the Same

Experts debate the relationship between anti-Zionism and anti-Semitism. Some say the two are now one and the same.

Canada Condemns Iranian VP for Anti-Semitic Remarks

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister, John Baird, condemned the anti-Semitic statements made by Iran's Vice President during a UN conference.

43 Jewish Graves Desecrated in Vienna

Austrian authorities investigating the desecration of 43 graves in two Jewish sections of Vienna’s main cemetery.

EU Policy Chief Condemns Racist Remarks of Iranian VP

EU Policy Chief Catherine Ashton condemned the racist, anti-Semitic remarks made by Iranian VP at a Tehran conference on drug trafficking.

Hungarian Anti-Semitic Deputy Admits Jewish Roots

A leader of Hungary's extreme-right Jobbik party, known for its anti-Semitic rhetoric, has admitted having Jewish origins.

Lieberman: UN Presence at Iran Hate Speech Aids Anti-Semitism

FM Lieberman condemned the UN for making anti-Semitism look legitimate by sitting at meetings where Iran spreads hate of Jews.

Sesame Street's Elmo Creates Anti-Semitic Disturbance in NYC

A man in an Elmo costume was removed from Central Park in New York City after going on an anti-Semitic rant.

Swastika Over Jersey Shore Intended to Promote Peace?

The International Raelian Movement defended its display of a swastika over NJ beaches, claiming it was trying to send a peaceful message.

NY Democrats Panic over Possible Win by Anti-Zionist

Democratic party leaders panic over the chance that a Black anti-Zionist, backed by a KKK leader, may win a primaries vote.

US Lawmakers Call on Hungarian PM to Denounce Anti-Semitism

Members of U.S. Congress called on Hungarian Prime Minister to stand up against anti-Semitic remarks of far-right political party Jobbik.

Video: Diaspora Demands Israel Fight Anti-Semitism

Israel must not only ask the Diaspora what it can do for the Jewish State but also must help other Jews fight anti-Semitism, says ADL.

Hoenlein: Time to Get the Youth Excited About their Judaism

Malcolm Hoenlein: The way to ensure the continuity of Jewish existence is to reach out to the youth at the youngest age.

Anti-Semitism in Brooklyn Reaches New Heights

Lawmakers expressed outrage over the recent escalation of anti-Semitic attacks in Brooklyn, N.Y.

Chief Rabbi of France Receives Virulent Death Threats

France’s Chief Rabbi receives death threats in viciously anti-Semitic document sent via Facebook.

Wiesel Returns Hungarian Government Award

Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel returns Hungarian government award after top officials in Budapest attend a ceremony for a Nazi sympathizer.

Jewish Neighborhood in Brooklyn Defaced with Swastikas

The Borough Park Jewish neighborhood in Brooklyn was defaced with Nazi swastikas in a half-dozen different spots on Friday.

70-Year-Old Jew Beaten in Budapest

70-year-old Jewish man was brutally beaten last week on the streets of Budapest, near the local synagogue.

Norwegian Justice Minister Urged to Act Against Anti-Semitism

Simon Wiesenthal Center sends a letter to Norway's Minister of Justice following the hate crime against a 16-year-old Jewish student.

'What's the Fuzz with Jews' Tweet Taints Swedish Campaign

A campaign designed to promote tourism in Sweden has stirred controversy after a woman posted derogatory comments about Jews.

Norwegians Turning a Blind Eye to Hate Sparks Jewish Outrage

The Simon Wiesenthal Center demanded that Norwegian authorities take immediate action against perpetrators of anti-Semitic hate crimes.

Norwegian Student Fire Brands Jew with Burning Coin

Fear and loathing for Jews in Norway: A high school student grilled a coin at a barbecue and burned it into the neck of a Jewish boy.

Jewish Man Attacked in France

An 18-year-old Jewish man is attacked near Paris. Minister: France will not tolerate anti-Semitism.

Solidarity Protesters Support Former Budapest Chief Rabbi

At least 120 protesters wore the yellow star over the weekend in Budapest in solidarity with former Chief Rabbi Joseph Schweitzer, age 90.

US Holding 'Hundreds' of Meetings with Jihad-Linked Group

President Barack Obama’s deputies are reportedly holding “hundreds” of closed-door meetings with a jihad-linked lobbying group.

BBC Accused of 'Sensationalism' Over Racism Claims

Director of the JCC in Krakow accused the BBC of manipulating his comments in order to bolster a “sensationalist” report on anti-Semitism.

Soccer Fans Urged to Boycott Anti-Semitic Restaurants in Ukraine

Soccer fans visiting the Ukrainian for the Euro 2012 Championships are being urged to boycott two restaurants with anti-Semitic themes.

Lyon Anti-Semitic Attacker Turns Himself In

Lead suspect in custody with four others for beating Jews outside synagogue

Jewish Cemetery Desecrated in Ukraine

Memorial candles, commemoration for Jews murdered in Holocaust are vandalized in western Ukraine.

Belgium Leader Retracts ‘Ghetto'-Security Fence Comparison

The prime minister of the Flanders region of Belgium retracts his comparison of the security fence with the ghettos during World War II.

EJC Calls on Muslim Leaders to 'Become Part of Solution'

The European Jewish Congress (EJC) has called on Imams and Muslims leaders to condemn the recent anti-Semitic attack in France.

Jewish Tourists Stoned in Jordan over 'Provocative Hats'

Arabic websites say religious Jewish visitors to Kerak were attacked with shoes and rocks.

TAU to Feature First Concert of Richard Wagner's Music?

Barring a change, in about two weeks for the very first time the sounds of Richard Wagner's music will play in the State of Israel.

France: Jew-Haters Attack 3 Near Lyon

Ten people with hammer, iron bar, brutalize Jews. Officials confirm motive is anti-Semitism.

Exam Board Under Fire for 'Justify' Anti-Semitism Question

One of Britain’s leading exam boards is under fire for asking students to ‘justify’ anti-Semitism, on a national examination.

Onslaught of 1700+ Hate Texts to a Jewish Student

Albuquerque teenager accused of sending hundreds of anti-Semitic text messages to a fellow student, including “kill Jews, heil Hitler.”   

'The Anti-Semite' Banned from Cannes Film Festival

The Cannes film festival has cancelled the screening of a new film, titled “The Anti-Semite,” by controversial French comedian Dieudonne.

Swastikas, Pro-PA Graffiti on Ancient Synagogue

An ancient Jewish synagogue near Jericho was defaced with swastikas and pro-PA propaganda.

Poll: 59% of Germans Believe Israel is 'Aggressive'

Germans have become increasingly hostile to Israel in recent years, with 59 percent describing the country as “aggressive.”

Arabic Translation of Talmud Permeated with Anti-Semitism

Arabic translation of Talmud is laden with anti-Semitic conspiracy theories; alleges that text reveals racist character of Jewish people.

Survey: Huffington Post Disproportionately Pro-Iran

Huffington Post publishes more pro-Iran content than anti-Iran content by 4:1 ratio; writes 85% of articles sympathetic to Islamic regime.

Vilna Synagogue Vandalized After Nazi Puppet Honored

The only still operating pre-Holocaust synagogue in Vilna was vandalized shortly after a former Nazi puppet was laid to rest in Lithuania.

Yemeni Jew Murdered in Sanaa

Aaron Zindani, who lived in Israel in recent years, was murdered in the Yemeni capital of Sanaa.

Radical Islamic Rally in Tunisia Amid Anti-Semitic Chants

Thousands of Salafists marched on Kairouan in Central Tunisia, chanting, “Jews, Jews, the army of Mohammed is back.”

Young Moscow Jew Laid to Rest, Murdered Trying to Stop Brawl

A young Moscow Jew was murdered this past weekend when he tried to stop a brawl between two Gentile gangs.

BB Gun Vandal Blasts Hole in Philadelphia Synagogue Window

Vandals used a BB gun to blast a hole through a Philadelphia synagogue window, but synagogue leaders have not called it a hate crime.

Toronto Islamic School Preaching Jihad Loses License

Islamic school in Toronto, which has been under police investigation for its anti-Semitic and pro-Jihad texts, lost license to use property.

Anti-Semitic Remarks on Facebook Prompt Police Arrests

Police in Glasgow, Scotland arrested six people over anti-Semitic remarks on Facebook that mocked the Jewish community of Giffnock.

BBC Promotes Anti-Semitic 'Jewish Power' Libel

A recent CAMERA report took BBC's Hardtalk to task for saying the 'Jewish lobby' controls US foreign policy; giving Finkelstein platform