Tens of thousands flood US cities in massive show of support for Israel
The Israeli-American Council said 27 events in 21 communities were taking place from April 23 to May 3.
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Man with Iranian flag shirt charged in Brooklyn hate crime assaults on three Jews
Devon man arrested on suspicion of preparing terrorist attacks in relation to UK Jewish sites
London venue cancels ‘grotesque’ antisemitic art exhibition following UKLFI complaint
Support for Iran war among US Jews has eroded since operations began, JPPI survey shows
A recent survey by JPPI revealed that support for the Iran war among US Jews has dropped, with opposition increasing as operations continued.
Missouri adopts IHRA’s antisemitism definition, boosts student protections
Missouri Governor Mike Kehoe signs a bill adopting the IHRA’s definition of antisemitism, strengthening protections against harassment in schools for Jewish students.
Satmar HQ condemns Mamdani for vetoing no protest buffer zones around educational facilities
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani vetoes bill aimed at protecting educational institutions from protests, citing concerns over free speech and constitutional rights.
Not allowing Norwegian King to condole Israel post-October 7 was mistake, state sec. admits
Norwegian state secretary Andreas Kravik admits it was a mistake to block King Harald’s condolences to Israel after the October 7 Hamas attack, acknowledging the error in hindsight.
Outrage after man dressed as Hitler, standing on Israeli flag, salutes Boston Marathon runners
Israeli Consul to New England Benjamin Sharoni said that the incident was an attempt to intimidate Jewish runners, adding that the incident "must be condemned without reservation."
UK blocks donation designated for the welfare of Ukrainian children in Israel
$80,000 designated for the welfare of Ukrainian children was blocked over links to Israel, with the treasury citing the risk of diverting funds from the conflict with Russia
Vaughan congregant punched by man who attempted to force way into synagogue
According to the police and the synagogue, the victim did not suffer serious injuries. The man had attempted to maneuver past synagogue security but was unsuccessful.
CAM antisemitism report: ‘Prisoners’ Day’ rally calls for violence, praises terror, targets Jews
In New York, marchers chanted, "Smash the settler Zionist state," while signs read, "Globalize the Intifada" and "By Any Means Necessary"
'Every day since then has been horrendous': Rob Reiner's son Jake opens up about coping with loss
Jake opened up about how much he misses his father, director of films such as The Princess Bride, This is Spinal Tap, and When Harry Met Sally, and his mother, photographer, activist, and producer.
US embassy issues security alert amid arsons against UK Jewish sites
The embassy advised American citizens to be aware of their surroundings when attending Jewish places of worship, religious sites, and community centers.
