antisemitism

UK officials sorry for threat to arrest 'openly Jewish' man at Gaza march

The Campaign Against Antisemitism CEO faced police threats at a pro-Palestinian march in London. Despite apologies, concerns persist over Jewish safety amid ongoing protests.

UK minister writes to London police over 'openly Jewish' comment

The Metropolitan Police apologized for the "use of the term 'openly Jewish' by one of our officers. We know it will have caused offense to many. We reiterate our apology."

By REUTERS
20/04/2024

Antisemitism across America, from Alabama to Wisconsin

Overall, the report shows an alarming trend of violent antisemitism, insecurity and feelings of isolation among Jews across the United States. 

‘I’m ready to leave this campus’: Jewish students at Columbia feel discomfort

Protests erupted at Columbia University over Israel divestment calls. Jewish students express discomfort amid arrests and chants, recalling past trauma. Campus tension intensifies.

By JACKIE HAJDENBERG/JTA
20/04/2024

South Africa’s president rehashed genocide charge against Israel in meeting with Jewish leaders

South African Jewish leaders met with President Ramaphosa to discuss rising antisemitism but were surprised when he accused Israel of genocide, later using the meeting to charge Israel.

By RON KAMPEAS/JTA
20/04/2024

Pro-Palestinian demonstrator is removed from Warsaw Ghetto Uprising commemoration in Poland

During the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising ceremony, a lone protester briefly displayed a Palestinian flag, amid global pro-Palestinian sentiment and diplomatic tensions.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
20/04/2024

Activists: Elon Musk should review Jackson Hinkle for fake X engagement

Cyabra had found that from a sample of 12,510 of Hinkle's followers, roughly 40% were fake.

New York sets out to expand the definition of hate crimes, impacting Jewish community

“The rising tide of hate is abhorrent and unacceptable, and I’m committed to doing everything in my power to keep New Yorkers safe,” Hochul said in January.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
19/04/2024

UK police threaten to arrest Jew as presence angers anti-Israel march

"You are quite openly Jewish; this is a pro-Palestinian march, I'm not accusing you of anything, but I'm worried about the reaction to your presence," said a police sergeant.

Israeli Arab activist Yoseph Haddad attacked at pro-Palestinian protest in NYC

In the video that went online, Hadad is seen arguing with protesters and then being pushed and punched by a masked protester

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