anti-Israel

State Dept:

Removal of Francesca Albanese from sanctions list only temporary

US State Department confirms it is appealing a court order that paused sanctions on anti-Israel UN rapporteur.

US lifts sanctions on UN anti-Israel rapporteur Albanese

The US Treasury removes UN expert Francesca Albanese from its sanctions list. No reason provided for the removal.

Author Sally Rooney partners with BDS-compliant publisher

Irish author Sally Rooney allows a Hebrew translation of her novel via an anti-Zionist publisher backing the BDS movement.

Federal court rules antisemitic UN envoy Albanese can be served

A US court rules that UN official Francesca Albanese can be served by email in a Christian charity lawsuit.

After backlash

Mamdani defends 'Nakba Day' post

NYC Mayor Mamdani defends his “Nakba Day" post which was criticized by Jewish groups: My message to Jewish leaders is that my door is always open.

'Blood libel'

Jewish leaders blast NYT column on Israeli prison abuse claims

Conference of Presidents condemns NYT column accusing Israel of the mass rape of Arab prisoners.

'Shame on you'

Hundreds protest at NYT HQ over anti-Israel column

Jewish protesters rally outside The New York Times headquarters, protesting Nick Kristof column accusing Israel of mass rape of Arab prisoners.

Anti-Israel protesters clash with Jews outside Brooklyn synagogue

Anti-Israel demonstrators and pro-Israel counterprotesters clashed outside a Brooklyn synagogue as police detained several people.

JFK’s grandson aligns with Bernie Sanders against Israel aid

Jack Schlossberg, who is seeking to replace Rep. Jerrod Nadler, backs blocking arms to Israel, claiming the US has already lost the war in Iran.

Melanie Phillips:

The anti-Zionist contagion

Condemning Jew-hatred while simultaneously inciting it through incendiary distortions is the mind-twisting stock in trade of the anti-Israel left. Diaspora Jewish leaders should get up off their knees and start fighting it. Opinion.

The Death of Shame:

2026 Senate contests show anti-Israel extremism has mainstreamed

The issue is whether American politics will normalize the kafkaesque claim that Israel is uniquely illegitimate, uniquely evil, uniquely undeserving of self-defense, and Jews uniquely unworthy of sovereignty. Opinion.

California:

Activist pleads guilty in fatal attack on Jewish demonstrator

Former professor pleads guilty to manslaughter in the death of Paul Kessler during a protest north of Los Angeles in November of 2023.

Anti-Israel group sets its sights on Israeli in Cyprus

HRF submits complaint to Cypriot authorities seeking arrest of Israeli visiting the country, alleging involvement in crimes during Gaza operations

Suspect in Colorado firebomb attack to plead guilty

Man charged over firebomb attack during a pro-Israel rally in Boulder, Colorado, will plead guilty this week.

'Show up for Jews too'

Jewish group hits back at Mayor Mamdani

Jewish Community Relations Council of New York criticizes Mayor Zohran Mamdani for condemning Israel’s interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla while remaining silent on antisemitic incident in Brooklyn.

FIFA Congress:

PA soccer chief refuses handshake with Israeli soccer official

At the FIFA Congress in Vancouver, Jibril Rajoub, head of the Palestinian Authority’s soccer federation, refuses to shake hands with Vice President of Israel’s soccer federation, citing “Israeli fascism and genocide".

Serbia:

Protesters in Belgrade demand Eurovision boycott over Israel

Dozens of protesters gather outside Serbia’s state broadcaster, demanding the country withdraw from the Eurovision Song Contest because of Israel’s participation in the event.

After protests and threats

Berlin branch of Eyal Shani restaurant closes

Berlin branch of popular Tel Aviv restaurant Gila and Nancy, owned by Israeli chef Eyal Shani and partner Shahar Segal, permanently closes after just eight months due to repeated protests and security concerns.

Causes uproar

Egyptian sports commentator snubs Israeli goalkeeper

BeIN Sports commentator sparks backlash after refusing to mention Israeli goalkeeper Daniel Peretz by name during an FA Cup match.

Mamdani vetoes protest buffer zone bill tied to campus unrest

Mayor Mamdani vetoes NYC school protest buffer zone bill, drawing criticism from Jewish groups.

Spain pushes EU to sever association agreement with Israel

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez announces that Spain will ask the European Union to terminate its association agreement with Israel, citing alleged violations of international law in Gaza and Lebanon.

Michigan Senate hopeful:

'Israeli government just as evil as Hamas'

Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed equates Israel's government with Hamas, calling both "evil" and labeling Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a war criminal.

London:

Chants of 'Death to the IDF' at Al-Quds rally spark police probe

British police arrest 12 people and launch an investigation after chants of “Death to the IDF" heard at a London Al-Quds Day rally.

After court rejects ban

Anti-Israel Al-Quds Day rally held in Toronto

Thousands attend an Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto after a court rejects Ontario’s request to block it. Police maintain a large presence and make at least two arrests.

UK halts London Al-Quds Day rally linked to pro-Iran groups

Planned Al-Quds Day rally in central London cancelled after the Metropolitan Police ask the government to intervene, citing concerns over the event’s ties to pro-Iran groups.

Churchill statue in London defaced with anti-Israel graffiti

Met Police arrest suspect after anti-Israel slogans sprayed on Parliament Square monument; Downing Street condemns vandalism as abhorrent.

Australian tribunal rules:

'All Zionists are terrorists' chant is unlawful

The Victorian Tribunal rules that the chant “All Zionists are terrorists" incites hatred against Jews, affirming that freedom of speech in Australia does not extend to racial or religious vilification.

Over Olympic incident

Italian state TV apologizes to Jewish community

Italy’s RAI apologizes after an off-air remark to “avoid" the Israeli team aired during Olympic coverage. Israel’s ambassador condemns the comment as discriminatory.

After backlash

Swiss broadcaster pulls commentary attacking Israeli athletes

Swiss broadcaster RTS pulls bobsleigh commentary in which reporter attacked Israeli athlete Adam Edelman for his Zionist views and support for the IDF during the Olympic Games.

Akunis demands cancelling event supporting Hamas

Israel’s Consul General in New York sent a sharply worded letter to the president of the City University of New York, demanding the cancellation of an event which he says expresses support for terrorism.

France seeks to investigate two Israeli right-wing activists

The investigation was opened following complaints by pro-Palestinian organizations over protests against the transfer of aid to Gaza. French authorities stress: these are not arrest warrants.

UW-Madison:

Four arrested after anti‑Israel graffiti spree

Four suspects arrested over anti‑Israel graffiti causing $10K in damage at UW-Madison, with police recovering weapons and investigating links to other incidents.

Beverly Hills

Venue backtracks after forcing Israeli to denounce 'genocide'

A Beverly Hills theater barred Israeli comic Guy Hochman and demanded political disavowals, then apologized after backlash and accusations of discrimination.

NFL fines Houston linebacker over anti-Israel message

Texans LB Azeez Al‑Shaair fined $11,593 for wearing “stop the genocide" eye black, violating NFL rules on personal messages during games.

Jewish MP's visit canceled due to pro-Palestinian pressure

UK Prime Minister slams decision to cancel a visit by Labour MP Damian Egan to a school in his constituency last September, pleging that those who prevented it would be held accountable.

UK police close probe of anti-IDF chant at Glastonbury Festival

British police end their investigation into the Glastonbury Festival chant “death to the IDF,” saying it did not meet the criminal threshold, despite widespread criticism.

After Bondi attack

Australian state to ban ISIS flags, 'globalize the intifada'

New South Wales plans to outlaw ISIS flags, extremist symbols, and chants like “globalize the intifada” in the wake of the Hanukkah massacre on Bondi Beach.

PA activist Ahed Tamimi:

'I am against Judaism, not just Zionism'

Ahed Tamimi, jailed in the past for assaulting IDF soldiers and for incitement, rejects peace with Israel, brands Jews as terrorists, and denounces the Palestinian Authority as greatest obstacle to “national struggle.”

Anti-Israel incitement

EJA files legal action over Bob Vylan’s Brussels concert

European Jewish Association launches legal action after Bob Vylan’s Brussels concert incited chants of “Death to the IDF”.

Palestine Action activist:

Elbit raid aimed at damage, not at violence

Palestine Action member Charlotte Head admits planning property damage in Elbit raid but denies violence. Six stand trial in UK for aggravated burglary, violent disorder, and criminal damage.

Capitol precedent:

Bill proposing sanctions on Israel advanced in Congress

Congresswoman Rashida Tlaib and 22 Democratic lawmakers submit a proposal calling for a halt to security assistance and for economic and diplomatic sanctions against Israel.

Guy Pearce apologizes for anti-Israel posts, leaves social media

Guy Pearce says he 'deeply regrets' sharing inaccurate anti-Israel content online and announces a pause from social media following widespread criticism.

Over ties to Technion

Irish actress rejects honorary degree

Irish actress Olwen Fouéré rejects honorary doctorate from the University of Galway, citing its “extremely problematic” contract with Israel’s Technion.

Proposal to rename Dublin's Herzog Park set to be withdrawn

Council expected to pull renaming plan amid legal concerns and widespread criticism from Irish leaders and international figures.

Just because...

just because people criticize Israel does not mean that they are not anti-Semites. Those who claim to love Jews but hate Israel should prove it. Opinion.

DOJ probing anti-Israel protest outside Manhattan synagogue

The DOJ is investigating an anti-Israel protest outside Manhattan’s Park East Synagogue in which protesters shouted violent chants during a Nefesh B’Nefesh event.

Over Israel-linked invite

Indonesia’s largest Islamic group moves to oust leader

Indonesia’s Nahdlatul Ulama has given chairman Yahya Cholil Staquf three days to resign after inviting US scholar Peter Berkowitz, known for supporting Israel during the Gaza war, to an NU event.

UK:

Six on trial for breaking into Elbit site, causing £1M in damages

Six activists accused of breaking into Elbit’s UK site and causing £1M in damage appear in court. The trial opens amid pro-Palestinian Arab protests outside the court.

British commentator held in US lands back in London

British commentator Sami Hamdi returns to London after two weeks in US detention. His visa was revoked during a Gaza-focused speaking tour.

UK police still probing Glastonbury chants of 'death to the IDF'

UK police confirm they are still investigating Bob Vylan’s Glastonbury chant of “death to the IDF” this past June.

Jeremy Corbyn:

'New party committed to absolute opposition to Zionism'

Jeremy Corbyn declares “absolute opposition to Zionism” at a Your Party meeting, aligning with co-founder Zarah Sultana’s anti-Israel stance.

Reprimand issued to Norwegian Ambassador in Israel

At the instruction of the Foreign Minister, Norway’s ambassador to Israel is summoned for a sharp reprimand following his Prime Minister’s participation in an anti-Israel event.

Irish soccer body votes to push UEFA ban on Israel

Ireland’s soccer body votes to urge UEFA to suspend Israel over alleged rule violations tied to Gaza. The move echoes calls from Turkey, Norway, and UN experts.

Watch:

Kamala Harris disrupted by anti-Israel protesters in Seattle

Former VP Harris repeatedly interrupted by anti-Israel protesters during her Seattle book event. Demonstrators chant, wave flags, and accuse her of “genocide”.

NYC protester who attacked Jews sentenced to 17 months

Tarek Bazrouk sentenced to 17 months in prison for hate crimes targeting Jews at NYC protests. The DOJ cites his antisemitic bias and support for Hamas.

Radiohead’s Yorke:

'I wouldn’t go near the Netanyahu regime'

Radiohead’s Thom Yorke says he’d never perform in Israel again, citing the “Netanyahu regime.” Bandmate Jonny Greenwood defends ties to Israeli artists as BDS pressure mounts ahead of their European tour.

Indonesia defends ban on Israelis, accepts Olympic fallout

Indonesian Sports Minister defends decision to bar Israeli gymnasts from a world event, says the move was constitutional and aimed at preserving public order.

IOC sanctions Indonesia over ban on Israeli athletes

International Olympic Committee halts Olympic talks with Indonesia and urges a sports event freeze after Israeli athletes were barred from a gymnastics championship in Jakarta.

Bob Vylan frontman claims:

'BBC staff called my anti-IDF chant fantastic'

Bob Vylan frontman says BBC staff praised his Glastonbury set calling for death to IDF soldiers. BBC apologized for the chant and called it “unacceptable” after.

Trump nominee withdraws after racist, anti-Israel texts surface

Paul Ingrassia withdraws nomination to lead the Office of Special Counsel after reports of racist and anti-Israel messages surface.