Antisemitism

Maduro: I'm Not Anti-Semitic; My Grandparents Were Jewish

Venezuela’s president denies accusations that he is anti-Semitic, claims that he is of Jewish descent.

Berlin Anti-Semites Seek to Destroy Remembrance Project

Anti-Semites in Berlin are intimidating officials involved in project to preserve names of Jews who lived there in pre-Holocaust years

Israeli Eurovision Delegation Threatened in Sweden

Members of the Israeli delegation to the Eurovision song contest in Sweden said they were the targets of anti-Semitic abuse.

How Did 150,000,000 Europeans Come to Hate Israel?

British Peer Resigns Over 'Jewish Conspiracy' Remarks

Nazir Ahmed, who was to face a hearing after blaming Jewish-owned media groups for his imprisonment, has resigned.

German Director Slams Cancellation of His Wagner Opera

The German theater director, whose controversial staging of a Richard Wagner opera was cancelled, says he was censored.

Head of Hungarian Jewish Community Ousted

The head of Hungary's top organization representing Jewish communities resigned on Sunday after losing a vote of confidence.

Hungary: Anti-Semitic Abusers Given Prison Sentences

Budapest court hands down prison sentences to three men who verbally abused visitors to the World Jewish Congress.

Nazi-Themed Wagner Opera Pulled Following Protests

A German opera house has cancelled an opera featuring graphic Nazi imagery following a wave of public protests on opening night.

Biden: ADL Has 'Become America's Conscience'

Vice President Joe Biden has said the Anti-Defamation League has “become America’s conscience.”

Israeli Athlete Again Subjected to Anti-Semitic Abuse

British Chelsea football club has called on police to investigate another incident of anti-Semitic abuse directed at Israeli midfielder.

'I Can't Stand Jewish People' Remark Ends in Legal Battle

A female lawyer has been charged with discrimination after she blurted out: "I cannot stand Jewish people" during an office rant.

Anti-Semite's NY College Workshop Cancelled

Parsons School of Design has canceled a workshop that had been set to be taught by disgraced fashion designer John Galliano.

WJC Urges EU to Ban Far-Right Parties

The World Jewish Congress urged Europe's governments to consider a ban on far-right parties, at the end of a conference in Budapest.

Lauder Re-Elected World Jewish Congress Head

World Jewish Congress president Ronald Lauder has been re-elected unopposed for a second 4-year term at Hungary conference.

Minister Shalom: Add Hizbullah to EU Terror List

Water and Energy Minister Silvan Shalom speaks at WJC plenary, calls for tougher punishment for anti-Semitism.

WJC President: Hungarian Jews Considering Leaving

World Jewish Congress Ronald S. Lauder warns that rising anti-Semitism in Hungary is causing local Jews to consider leaving.

Hungarian PM Promises 'Zero Tolerance' for Anti-Semitism

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban tells WJC that anti-Semitism is"unacceptable and intolerable".

France: Iranian who Attacked Rabbi is Repeat Offender

An Iranian mental patient who attacked a rabbi had assaulted at least two other Jews.

Two Swastikas, Graffiti Found on NY Sidewalk

Two swastikas and anti-Semitic remarks have been found scrawled on a sidewalk in Nassau County, New York.

Hungary: Head of Rights Group Victim of Anti-Semitic Assault

The head of a Hungarian minority rights group named after Raoul Wallenbeg was assaulted by anti-Semitic football fans.

Holocaust Denial Up 77 Percent in Canada, Audit Reveals

Anti-Semitic incidents in Canada rose by 3.7 percent in 2012, and Holocaust denial rose 77 percent, an annual audit revealed.

Petition: 'School Values Anti-Semite Over Entire Jewish Body'

NY students have launched a petition aimed at imploring fashion design school to repeal its teaching invitation to alleged anti-Semite.

UK Politician Suspended for ‘Jews Caused Holocaust’ Statement

British politician suspended by party after suggesting that Jews ‘sacrificed their own’ in Holocaust.

Oklahoma Lawmaker's 'Jew Down' Apology Accepted

“What I said was wrong and hurtful to many good and decent people," said Oklahoma State Rep. Dennis Johnson, following offensive slur.

Report: Anti-Semitism in Canada Up 3.7%

Anti-Semitic incidents increased by 3.7% in 2012, but have doubled in the past decade, annual audit finds.

Racial Slurs Against Israeli Soccer Player 'Cross Limit'

England’s Chelsea soccer club launched an investigation into claims that Israeli player Yossi Benayoun was the target of anti-Semitic slurs.

'Jews Out' at Nazi Site in Lithuania

Lithuanian police probe anti-Semitic slogans scrawled near the site of a former Nazi labor camp.

Assailant 'Anti-Semite First, Madman Second'

Following stabbing of rabbi, French Jewish leader says there has been a 60% rise in anti-Semitism.

Iranian Attacks Rabbi, Son in Paris

Attacker had escaped a mental health hospital.

Rabbi Warns Dutch about Fatwa against Churches and Synagogues

Rabbi Abraham Cooper of the Simon Wiesenthal Center, visited the Netherlands to speak about internet hate and incitement to terror.

New York: Muslim Teen Arrested After Harrassing Jew on Subway

New York Police arrested a Muslim teen who yelled anti-Semitic slurs at a Jewish man on the subway, then tried to resist arrest.

EJC: Possible 'Golden Dawn' Ban is 'Milestone Against Racism'

European Jewish Congress welcomes report by Council of Europe, which affirmed that Greece has legal right to ban neo-Nazi Golden Dawn party.

Foreign Policy Column: Pollard a Judas who wants Money

Harsh language in column that says Israel is preparing hero's welcome for Pollard for betraying the United States.

Dutch Anti-Semitism Watchdog Group Raises Alert

Dutch anti-Semitism watchdog group files complaint on government's light punishment for Hitler youth admirers.

Poll: High Anti-Semitism Among Warsaw Teens

Poll shows anti-Jewish sentiment among youth in Poland's capital. 44% don't want a Jewish neighbor.

Michigan Arab Editor 'Tarnishes Integrity' of University

Michigan State University urged to reconsider induction of Arab American newspaper editor into Hall of Fame due to anti-Semitic diatribes.

Wave of Anti-Semitic Graffiti Hits Massachusetts

A wave of anti-Semitic graffiti hit several locations in Massachusetts over the weekend, as officials vow to mount vigorous investigation.

2012 Report on Anti-Semitism: US Gets 'A', Australia 'F'

Simon Wiesenthal Center criticizes Australia, several other countries for failing to adequately bring perpetrators of Holocaust to justice.

'Ultimately, Israel is the Safest Place'

Avraham Azoulay, formerly a resident of Toulouse, says he's not surprised by the rise of anti-Semitic incidents in France.

EJC President: Anti-Semitism has Reached European Parliaments

EJC President says political groups in Hungary have crossed red lines, as annual figures display significant increase.

'Instead of Remorse, They Imitate the Toulouse Terrorist'

Prof. Dina Porat explains report showing escalation in anti-Semitic manifestations, particularly violent acts against Jews.

Report: Sharp Rise in 2012 Anti-Semitic Incidents

A report released by Tel Aviv University has noted a 30 percent rise in anti-Semitic incidents worldwide in 2012.

Synagogue Vandalized, Defaced in Mitzpeh Yericho

Vandals destroyed books and several objects, smashed doors and furniture, and defaced a Torah scroll in the town of Mitzpeh Yericho

Sabeel Christian Anti-Zionist Organization Gains Power

65%: No Fear of New Holocaust

Most Israelis think the Jewish people do not face a new near-elimination.

Swastikas Painted on California Elementary School Baseball Field

Swastikas and the word "skinhead" were painted on the baseball field of an elementary school in California.

Video: Syria’s Ancient Eliyahu HaHavi Synagogue Shelled

An ancient synagogue near Damascus has reportedly gone up in flames after being robbed and vandalized.

Serbian Posters Blame Jews for NATO Bombing

Serbia says people behind posters will be arrested. Israeli embassy in Belgrade denounced the posters.

British Peer Apologizes For Jewish Conspiracy Remarks

A British Muslim peer, who blamed a Jewish conspiracy for his imprisonment, apologized for "unacceptable" remarks.

Arabs Beat Up Israeli Director of 'Occupation' Film

French Arab youths knock director unconscious but he goes on to win Aubagne Festival's Jury's Selection for Best Film Award.

Venezuelan Jews Fear for Future

Hugo Chavez may be gone, but the Jews of Venezuela are not resting any easier, after anti-Semitic graffiti incidents

French Jewish Students Step Up Legal Action Against Twitter

A Jewish student group announced it will be taking further legal action against Twitter over failing to comply with court order.

Racist Hungarian Journalist Returns State Prize

A Hungarian television presenter, known for his anti-Semitic remarks, has handed back a prestigious state award after public outcry.

Hungary Asks Anti-Semitic Journalist to Return Award

Hungary has asked a journalist who made anti-Semitic remarks to return an award he had been decorated with.

Israel Asks Hungary to Withdraw Award to Anti-Semitic Journalist

Israel has asked Hungary to withdraw a state journalism award given to a TV presenter who made derogatory remarks about Jews.

In Solidarity, World Jewish Congress to Meet in Hungary

World Jewish Congress to hold annual assembly in Budapest to show solidarity with Hungarian Jews facing "exceptionally strong" anti-Semitism

Former MK Marina Solodkin has Died

Russian-Israeli politician and former MK for Likud and Kadima found dead in Latvia hotel.

Rabbi Warns: Neo-Nazis May be Back in Jerusalem

Anti-Semitic graffiti in Jerusalem may be work of Russian neo-Nazi gang.

The war on Jews

Paris Suburb Honors Israeli Minister's Assassin

Bezons grants Majdi al-Rimawi, who murdered Rechavam Ze'evi, "honorary citizenship."