Antisemitism

Echoes of the Past: Devastating Attack on Melbourne Synagogue Highlights Rising Antisemitism in Australia

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Melbourne, Australia – Last week’s devastating firebombing of the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne has drawn global attention and condemnation, marking a painful reminder for the Jewish community of the historical atrocities faced during the Holocaust. This incident underscores a disturbing rise in antisemitic attacks in Australia, adding to a year marked by increased harassment … Read more

Echoes of the Past: Melbourne Synagogue Destruction Reignites Fears of Rising Antisemitism

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Melbourne, Australia — The tapestry of safety and sanctuary that has long draped over Jewish communities in the post-Holocaust era is unraveling, underscored by a devastating assault on the Adass Israel Synagogue in Melbourne. This act of destruction harks back to a pattern of historical violence targeting sacred Jewish spaces during times of heightened antisemitism, … Read more

Unprovoked Attack at Miami Beach Hotel Ignites Outrage and Calls for Justice Against Rising Antisemitism

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Miami Beach, Florida — A man wearing a yarmulke was assaulted in the lobby of the Fontainebleau Hotel in Miami Beach, sparking outrage and highlighting concerns about antisemitism in South Florida, a region previously deemed safe by many Jewish residents. The incident, caught on video and widely circulated on social media, has drawn international attention … Read more

DePaul University Criticized for Inaction as Jewish Students Face Violent Attacks Amid Rising Campus Antisemitism

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Chicago — A recent incident at DePaul University has thrust the issue of antisemitism into the spotlight, highlighting what some claim is a systemic failure to protect Jewish students. The controversy revolves around two Jewish students, Max Long and Michael Kaminsky, who were violently attacked by masked assailants on campus earlier this month, raising questions … Read more

Violence Erupts at Los Angeles Synagogue Protest, Biden and Local Leaders Decry Antisemitism Amid Escalating Gaza War Demonstrations

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Los Angeles, CA — A synagogue in Los Angeles was the site of a clash between protestors and counterprotesters this Sunday, drawing attention from national leaders and sparking a broader debate over the handling of demonstrations related to the Gaza conflict. The events transpired at the Adas Torah synagogue in the Pico-Robson neighborhood, where what … Read more

Mask-Law Urged to Combat Rising Antisemitism in New York City

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New York, USA – The recent surge in antisemitic incidents by anti-Israel protesters in New York has prompted Jewish leaders to push for the reinstatement of an anti-mask law to combat these acts of hate. The protesters, many of whom hide their identities behind masks, have engaged in alarming displays of antisemitism, prompting concerns among … Read more

Columbia University President Testifies on Campus Anti-Semitism and Faculty Conduct

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Washington, D.C. – Columbia University president Minouche Shafik testified before the Republican-led House Education Committee on Wednesday regarding the growing issue of anti-Semitism on college campuses. Initially denying the presence of “anti-Jewish protests” at Columbia, Shafik later acknowledged the occurrence of anti-Semitic remarks during demonstrations on campus. During the hearing, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R., N.Y.) … Read more

Antisemitism Exposed: Lawsuit Against Columbia University Unveils Alarming Environments for Jewish Students

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New York, NY – A surge in antisemitism across the United States has given rise to a range of disturbing incidents, from a Jewish student suing Columbia University over a hostile environment to a women’s basketball team refusing to shake hands with Israel. The troubling developments have sparked calls for criminal investigations and raised concerns … Read more

Surging Antisemitism at German Universities Sparks Outcry Among Jewish Community

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Berlin, Germany – A wave of antisemitism has swept across several top universities in Germany, sparking outrage among the Jewish and Israeli expat community. Authorities’ lax reaction to these disturbing incidents has only deepened the controversy. At the Free University (FU) in Berlin, a German-Arab student assaulted Lahav Shapira, the grandson of a victim of … Read more

Silent Response to Hamas Attacks on Israeli Women Raises Concerns of Antisemitism

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Washington D.C., USA – The horrific sexual violence inflicted upon Israeli women and girls during the Hamas attacks of 7 October has sparked outrage and condemnation from human rights advocates. This appalling incident, which included gang-rape, sexual assaults, and violation of corpses, has highlighted the slow response of international organizations, governments, and civil society to … Read more