Islamophobia

Biden denounces resurgence of Islamophobia amid Gaza war

The Council on American-Islamic Relations advocacy group says it received 3,578 complaints during the last three months of 2023.

By REUTERS
15/03/2024

UK unveils new extremism definition amid rise in hate crimes against Jews, Muslims

Groups identified as extremist, following a "robust" assessment over the next few weeks, will not be subject to any action under criminal laws and will still be permitted to hold demonstrations.

By REUTERS
14/03/2024

UK government pledges extra cash for Muslims' security

The UK has seen an outburst of antisemitism and islamophobia, including accusations against Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's own government, leading to a new funding commitment to address the issue.

By REUTERS
11/03/2024
UK Parliament/Jessica Taylor/Handout via REUTERS

UK Conservatives suspend lawmaker who said Islamists control London's mayor

A survey conducted from Feb. 16-18 by Savanta showed that 29% of Britons believed the Conservatives had a problem with Islamophobia, the most of any major political party.

By REUTERS
24/02/2024

Jewish journalist wound up in French debate over antisemitism and Islamophobia

“I believe in the French Republic staying a space of debate, where religion is a private question,” said Ruth Elkrief.

By SHIRA LI BARTOV/JTA
22/02/2024

Anti-Zionism is a protected belief, rules UK employment tribunal

It can now be counted alongside veganism, a belief in Scottish independence, ‘gender critical beliefs,’ and opposition to critical race theory as a protected viewpoint.

06/02/2024

Michigan police up presence after 'islamophobic' WSJ op-ed on Hamas support

The WSJ published the piece on Friday headlined as "Welcome to Dearborn, America's Jihad Capital."

By REUTERS
04/02/2024

Suspensions for chanting 'From the river to the sea' Islamophobic? Federal investigation will tell

Some Jewish groups say the phrase is antisemitic for endorsing the elimination of the state of Israel, while pro-Palestinian groups say it is a peaceful call for coexistence. 

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
01/02/2024

San Diego State U being investigated for Islamophobia after Oct.7 support email to students

The campus SJP chapter said in a statement that the school “has failed to acknowledge the emotions and well-being of its Palestinian and Muslim students.”

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
04/01/2024

US teacher threatens to behead middle school student in Israeli flag row

The adult witnesses recounted to the officers that they had heard Reese shout he was going to slit the student's throat, drag her outside and cut her head off.

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