Antisemitism

Former London Mayor:

'It's not anti-Semitic to hate the Jews of Israel'

Ken Livingstone says allegations of anti-Semitism in the Labour Party are “lies and smears” meant to bring down party leader Corbyn.

California college student senate calls for president’s removal

Student Senate at Pitzer College drafts resolution calling for removal of College President Melvin Oliver for vetoing BDS resolution.

'Gas the Jews' spray-painted onto Oklahoma Democratic party HQ

Racist, anti-Semitic graffiti spray-painted on outside of Oklahoma Democratic party's headquarters.

De Blasio demands apology for 'there is no Palestine' statement

'There is no state by that name; there is no place by that name. That’s a fact. I did not make it up,' says New York City councilman.

London ex-mayor:

'It's not anti-Semitic to hate the Jews of Israel'

Former London Mayor Ken Livingstone quit Labor last year after a long suspension for his comment that 'Hitler supports Zionism.'

Rabbis demand Sarsour apologize for 'anti-Semitic narrative'

'There has never been a country called Palestine,' says Rabbi Steven Pruzansky, responding to brouhaha over NY Councilman Yeger tweet.

The anti-Semitic excuses for hatred of Jews

The adage that a country's continuously poor economy leads to rising Jew hatred is being challenged in modern times.

State Dept ready to fund programs against anti-Semitism abroad

US State Dept offering to give up to $1 million each on up to two projects that counter rise of anti-Semitism in Europe and Central Asia.

Do waves of anti-Semitism and anti-Israelism encourage Aliyah?

Dr. Sam Minskoff claims that anti-Zionism, anti-Semitism, and BDS affect Aliyah rate.

New Zealand mosque leader blames Mossad for attacks

New Zealand's Jewish community outraged after local mosque leader says Mossad is behind attack on two mosques in Christchurch.

Arizona police investigating hate symbols at local synagogue

Police investigating after what appears to be swastikas found painted at Chabad of Flagstaff.

US: Labour Party's record on anti-Semitism a national disgrace

Secretary of State Mike Pompeo blasts Britain's Labour Party over its anti-Semitism record, calling it a 'national disgrace'.

Health food store worker who harassed Jewish co-worker arrested

NY health food store employee arrested for anti-Semitic harassment of Jewish co-worker.

Republicans to introduce two bills against anti-Semitism

Senate Republicans set to introduce two bills that oppose anti-Semitism in wake of controversy surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar.

Austrian survey shows anti-Semitism more common among Muslims

Austria’s Muslims twice as likely as non-Muslims to hold anti-Semitic views.

Jewish NY Dem apologizes to constituents for Omar’s comments

“You sent me to Congress to take responsibility. You sent me to Congress to have your back. “And I failed you," Rose said.

Pompeo issues veiled jab at Democrats over anti-Semitism

Secretary of State says during visit to Jerusalem: Sadly, we have seen anti-Semitic language even in the great halls of our own capital.

Purim 5779: The Oldest Hatred, A Practical Analysis

Rabbi Mike uses the comments of Haman to ask not only why we are hated, but also what we can do about it.

Jewish vendor, son stabbed at iconic Amsterdam market

Egyptian man attacks Jewish store-owner and his son at Albert Cuyp market.

Anti-Semitic fliers hung near several Los Angeles schools

Flyers comparing Star of David to swastika found near shopping mall, schools.

Poll: 90% of French Jewish students experienced anti-Semitism

Nearly 90 percent of French Jewish students have experienced anti-Semitic abuse on campus, new poll finds.

'Fight against anti-Semitism a fight for the future of Europe'

Ambassador Danon meets with EU ambassadors to discuss rise in anti-Semitism in Europe and around the world.

Putin makes joke about Jews and money during Crimea visit

Russian president jokes that Crimea is the 'only' place Jews could have financial difficulties.

30 gravestones desecrated at Massachusetts Jewish cemetery

Swastikas and anti-Semitic epithets drawn on 30 Jews gravestones at Hebrew Cemetery in Fall River, Massachusetts.

Man shouts ‘Heil Hitler’ at Estonian chief rabbi and children

Chief rabbi of Estonia, 2 children ages 7 and 12 accosted by man yelling Nazi slogans while walking to shul.

NYU students rip Chelsea Clinton for condemning anti-Semitism

Students at NYU confront Chelsea Clinton, claim her condemnation of Ilhan Omar's anti-Semitism to blame for New Zealand mosque massacres.

Syrian in court for killing that sparked Germany far-right riots

Syrian accused of stabbing in may face up to 15 years in prison.

Rabbi snubbed by pro-Palestinians at memorial for NZ shooting

Protesters with Palestinian Authority flags turn backs on Dutch rabbi’s Christchurch eulogy.

Joe Lieberman:

'Democratic Party not anti-Jewish but some members are'

Former US Senator comments on controversy surrounding Rep. Ilhan Omar and her anti-Semitic comments.

British MP: I'd never have knowingly shared anti-Semitic tropes

British Labour lawmaker Mike Amesbury apologizes for posting anti-Semitic caricature.

German soccer team to wear special jerseys after anti-Semitism

German soccer team Ingolstadt to wear jerseys with an anti-fascist message in response anti-Semitic abuse against Israeli player.

Why do they hate us? Just because we're proud Jews

Jay Shaipro thinks that it's a shame that Jew hatred is now respectable in many countries.

The conflicts between olim living in Israel and Diaspora Jews

The tension between Diaspora Jews and olim that is influencing, affecting, and maybe blocking potential Aliyah is finally coming to a head.

Argentina: Guns seized from family which threatened Jews

Argentinian authorities seize guns from home of neo-Nazi father and son who threatened Jewish institution.

BBC host: Anti-Semitism not so bad

BBC host Justin Webb says anti-Semitism is not as bad or important as other forms of racism in discussion on Ilan Omar's remarks.

French far-left politician jokes about 'burning Jews'

Taha Bouhafs of France Unbowed party makes Holocaust joke amid spate of anti-Semitic vandalism.

Ex-Scottish MP blasted over anti-Israel cartoon

Ex-Labour MP caught in scandal after sharing cartoon portraying Israel as a dog, just days after local leaders vowed to fight anti-Semitism.

Polish newspaper sold at parliament teaches 'how to spot a Jew'

Nationalist Polish newspaper distributed across the country - even in the Polish parliament - teaches 'how to spot a Jew'.

Sanders aide apologizes for suggesting Jews have dual loyalty

Campaign aide to Bernie Sanders apologizes for Facebook post in which she suggested that American Jews have a dual loyalty to Israel.

'Why I enjoy anti-Semitism'

Sha'i ben-Tekoa explains that the nations' obsession with Jews is proof of our truth.

Rapper who cursed Jews won't be prosecuted

Norwegian rapper who cursed Jews during performance was criticizing Israel, prosecutors say.

On Spanish island, Purim was biggest holiday for persecuted Jews

Why did Jewish community on island south of Barcelona treat Purim as the holiest day of the year, comparable to Yom Kippur?

Amalek and modern day Jew hatred: A wake-up call

Thoughts about contemporary anti-Semitism - the current incarnation of Amalek - and the challenge facing American Jewry in particular.

British university rejects IHRA definition of anti-Semitism

Leeds University Union votes against motion calling on the British institution to fight anti-Semitism.

Memorial to AMIA bombing defaced

Buenos Aires subway featuring tribute to victims of 1994 bombing vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti.

'Democrats not doing enough to condemn Omar'

White House press secretary won't say whether Trump believes Democrats hate Jewish people, but notes Democrats aren't condemning Ilhan Omar.

History repeats itself: When modern Amalek comes to life

The mitzvah to remember what Amalek did and to wipe him out is as relevant today as ever.

CJV rabbis thank anti-Israel group

Coalition for Jewish Values thanks Neturei Karta for "unmistakable proof" of anti-Semitism in Congress.

Anti-Semitic incidents on the rise in the Netherlands

Watchdog organization reports 19% increase in anti-Semitic incidents in the Netherlands last year.

Liz Cheney: Democrats are now the party of anti-Semitism

'Democrats enabling anti-Semitism,' says Republican congresswoman. 'Dems now the party of anti-Semitism, socialism, infanticide.'

NJ student expelled for anti-Semitic, racist graffiti

11th grader kicked out of New Jersey private school over racist, anti-Semitic graffiti found in the school's bathrooms.

Germany: Anti-Semitic tweet against Israeli footballer

German police open investigation after soccer fan tweets Holocaust-related anti-Semitic insult against Israeli player on opposing team.

Pope: Anti-Semitic Christians 'reject own origins'

Pope Francis laments 'outbreak of anti-Semitic attacks in various countries.' 'An excessive and depraved hatred is taking root.'

Schumer blasts Trump: You redefined chutzpah

Senate Minority Leader livid after Trump says that the Democratic party has become an “anti-Israel” and “anti-Jewish” party.

Eva Schloss 'shocked' at teens' Nazi salute

Anne Frank's stepsister meets with California teens in swastika picture.

Jews live in the shadows in Muslim-majority Indonesia

Yaakov Baruch, rabbi at Indonesia's only synagogue says he hides his Jewish identity in public, there's 'no denying' tolerance is fading.

Trump: Democrats have become an anti-Jewish party

Trump blasts Democrats following resolution that called out bigotry without directly condemning Rep. Ilhan Omar for anti-Semitic remarks.

Arutz Sheva Interview:

'Time for a Jewish Exodus from the Democratic party'

'No place for Jews in the Democratic party'. Amid Ilhan Omar's anti-Semitism scandal, American-Jewish model launches 'Jexodus' movement.

'Vandalized' French synagogue memorial - an accident

Police say memorial to French synagogue was destroyed not by vandals - but by car accident. 'No anti-Semitism found in this case.'

Chicago Mayor: Rep. Omar is crossing the line

Rahm Emanuel says Rep. Ilhan Omar is crossing the line by "casting Jewish Americans as the other".