News for Anti-Semitism UK experiences "three-fold increase" in anti-Semitic incidents in last five daysThe "increase in anti-Semitism in response to events in Israel is depressingly familiar and completely inexcusable." Poland: Gov't gives $50k to man who made anti-Semitic commentsPolish government to give $50,000 to nationalist website headed by student who has made anti-Semitic comments. Germany: Synagogue attacked in response to Gaza escalation3 separate anti-Semitic incidents take place in North Rhine-Westphalia as rioters attack, demonstrate outside synagogues over Gaza violence. Actor Lakeith Stanfield apologizes for moderating a Clubhouse room full of anti-SemitismLakeith Stanfield apologizes for moderating chat room which featured comparisons of Jews to termites, anti-Semitic conspiracy theories. Actor Lakeith Stanfield moderated a Clubhouse room full of anti-SemitismOscar-nominated actor co-moderated Clubhouse room on Louis Farrakhan which featured numerous anti-Semitic tropes and statements. Agency working with US military posts sermon advising Jews to apologize for killing Jesus'Say sorry.' Agency working with US military posts Easter sermon by Navy chaplain calling on 'men of Israel' to apologize for killing Jesus. Release of Bronx suspect: 'There’s some very unhappy people in Riverdale right now'Release of suspect in Bronx synagogue attacks reignites debate over bail reform. Germany: Politically motivated anti-Semitic crimes hit record highGermany sees 15% rise in politically motivated anti-Semitic crimes to record high. Murder of Ephraim Gordon: 'It was anti-Semitism, not a robbery'Sister of Israeli man shot dead in Baltimore says killers shouted anti-Semitic epithets at victim, took no money or belongings. Level-headed conversation with a Holocaust denying anti-SemiteWatch YouTuber Rudy Rochman debate neo-Nazi protesters disseminating anti-Semitic propaganda at last year's AIPAC conference. Sky News Australia: 'Biden administration funding murder of Jews'Australian news station slams Biden's policies on Iran & support for UN organizations financing Arab terror against Israel. Man who killed people in Kansas Jewish sites dies in prisonFrazier Glenn Miller Jr. testified that he wanted to kill Jews and was sentenced to death after he shot and killed three people. Chinese Embassy in Japan tweets anti-Semitic cartoonCartoon was subsequently deleted after embassy was contacted by Israeli Embassy in Japan. Seattle Jewish family terrorized by anti-Semite stalking their housePolice launch investigation after man threatens family in their home. Israeli man killed in Baltimore 'just because he was a Jew'Jerusalem resident visiting Baltimore for cousin's wedding shot dead by assailant allegedly yelling anti-Semitic slurs. Indictment filed against Arab who slapped Jew on Jerusalem trainArab who slapped Jews on light rail train, sent footage to friends, is indicted. 'He waved his hand and forcefully slapped their faces.' Jews increasingly targeted by white nationalists, Biden warnsIn Jewish American Heritage Month address, President Biden warns of rise in anti-Semitism, linking it to 'white nationalism'. Task force demands changes to Holocaust standards in FloridaDr. Laurie Cardoza-Moore: 'Bad Holocaust education will fuel the Jew-hatred of tomorrow.' Large swastika painted on shed at Tufts University in MassachusettsIncident just the latest in a "history of hate incidents" to occur on Tuft's campus. Berlin bans annual Al-Quds march that protests Israel'Participants exploit freedom of expression and assembly to spread their hatred,' Jewish council head says. NAACP: Oregon university president who made anti-Semitic remarks suffered racismUniversity president accused of anti-Semitism was subjected to racism, NAACP report says. Biden Justice Department nominee hid ties to anti-Semitic poetEvidence shows that Kirsten Clarke was on the same masthead as the poet, whose poem claimed that Israel had advanced knowledge of 9/11. Outrage as Bristol prof accused of targeting Jewish students back at workBristol U professor who referred to Jewish students as "pawns of a racist regime" back to work despite ongoing investigation into comments. UK Conservative candidate accused of "abhorrent" anti-Semitic Facebook postsCandidate has since apologized but major UK Jewish organization wants to ensure he doesn't get leadership position if he is elected.Anti-Semitism in Oregon: ADL demands university president resignADL calls on Oregon university president to resign over firing of Jewish professor who alleged anti=Semitism. NY man convicted of threatening lawmakers railed against ‘Zionist Occupied Government’Queens man called on public to murder senators, railed against 'Zionist Occupied Government'. EJC: European Parliament took 'vital step towards resolving Israeli-Palestinian conflict'EJC applauds European Parliament decision to censure UNRWA over anti-Semitism in its textbooks. Rubber bullet smashes synagogue window in GermanyNo suspects in custody after rubber bullets fired at Germany synagogue. Despite COVID restrictions, antisemitism barely decreased in US in 2020, ADL saysADL report finds that anti-Semitic incidents remained largely stable in 2020, despite COVID restrictions - though violent attacks declined. Oregon university fires professor who filed anti-Semitism complaintTenured professor of Linfield University who accused school's president of anti-Semitism has been fired. Canada: Nearly half of violent anti-Semitism related to coronavirus outbreakNearly half of violent anti-Semitic incidents in Canada were COVID-19 related, watchdog reports. Austria: 20% of anti-Semitic incidents perpetrated by IslamistsEven with COVID-19 lockdowns, anti-Semitic incidents rise to record level in Austria. UK author of novel about mixed-race identity accused of posting hate on social mediaAuthor's 2014 novel had explored issues of racism and won praise for its portrayal of a mixed-race young woman growing up in Scotland. Mural dedicated to Liliana Segre defaced with hate symbolThe mural in the Italian city of Ariano Irpino was defaced with pro-Mussolini graffiti and a crude attempt at drawing a swastika. Polish reality TV star turned town councillor goes on anti-Semitic rantCouncillor for town of Olecka says that Jews are behind a plan to "murder us and take over."Updated version of AJC guidebook of anti-Semitic terms releasedTranslate Hate has become an invaluable tool for defining and educating the general public about anti-Semitic terms and tropes. Sarah Halimi protests and anti-Semitism in France - interview with Crif Exec. Dir.Protests against French court's decision not to have Sarah Halimi's killer stand trial a reaction of incomprehension against the ruling.Oregon: University president denies that he made anti-Semitic commentsIn Oregon, a small Christian university with few Jews grapples with accusations of anti-Semitism. New 'Miss Hitler' film showcases anti-SemitismNew short film skewers the ‘Miss Hitler’ beauty pageant — and the everyday anti-Semitism it represents. Family of murdered Jewish woman, Sarah Halimi, demands killer's extradition to IsraelFamily of 65-year-old French woman murdered in 2017 by Muslim man who claimed to have been incapacitated, wants Israel to take action. Anti-Semitic hate crimes rise in Toronto and areaAnnual reports find hate crimes increased by more than 50% in Toronto and by 20% in York Region in 2020. 2/3 of Makkabi Germany soccer players experienced anti-SemitismNew survey shows that anti-Semitic incidents are far too common experience for Jewish soccer players in Germany. Jewish LA resident paints over anti-Semitic sidewalk graffitiAfter discovering the phrase "The Jew Is Guilty" painted on the sidewalk in several places, Daniel Khalili took matters into his own hands. Ontario Government pulls ads from anti-Semitic newspaperB’nai Brith Canada urges private businesses to follow Government in cancelling advertisements in pro-Palestinian newspaper. Anti-Semitic graffiti found in Toronto's Kensington MarketAnti-Semitic graffiti found on restaurant in area that was once home to a thriving community of newly arrived Jewish immigrants.Jewish Oregon politician victim of neo-Nazi hate campaignFlyers featuring anti-Semitic stereotypes and Holocaust imagery targeting Rep. Rachel Prusak were found in Clackamas County. EU announces $1.8 billion comprehensive plan to combat anti-SemitismEU plan to fight discrimination against Europe's Jews will 'support fundamental rights across the bloc.' Naftali Bennett: French court's decision not to try Arab murderer 'pitiful'Yamina chief says French court's decision not to try Sarah Halimi's murderer is 'pitiful,' emphasizes: 'Sarah was murdered for being a Jew.' Australian Jewish group denounces sale of Hitler itemsAfter latest auction of Nazi leader's personal effects, Anti-Defamation Commission again calls for ban on sale of Nazi memorabilia. After 'Jews to the gas' chant, Dutch mayor meets with chief rabbiMayor of Arnhem meets with Dutch Chief Rabbi after fans of Arnhem's soccer club chant 'Hamas, Jews to the gas' at match. 22 senators from both parties urge Biden to name anti-Semitism monitor22 Republican and Democratic senators call on President Biden to choose State Department monitor to fight anti-Semitism.German Ambassador to US: Anti-Semitism must be confrontedEmily Haber says Germany has a “special responsibility” to take action against the rise of online anti-Semitism and anti-Semitic attacks. Arizona Holocaust education bill stalls in State Senate over IHRA definitionDispute over amendment to include IHRA working definition of anti-Semitism in bill leads to inability to pass legislation.Arab arrested for slapping haredi man on Jerusalem trainBorder Police officers apprehend Arab man suspected of slapping haredi passenger on Jerusalem light rail train and filming attack. Prominent Argentine businessman calls Jewish pharma CEO a ‘Moishe’ in anti-Semitic postBuenos Aires’ “King of Meat” singles out 3 Argentine Jewish businessmen in social media posts, including one with an anti-Semitic epithet. Dutch daily apologizes for drawing Jewish pollster as a puppet masterMainstream daily in the Netherlands apologizes for a caricature depicting a Jewish political pollster and entrepreneur as a puppet master. Clubhouse shuts down rooms after anti-Semitism complaintsNew audio-based social network announces it is shutting down 'a number of rooms' following spate of complaints about anti-Semitism. |
