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We must recognize the unique nature of today’s threat environment. The situation in Israel affects Jews' safety worldwide.

NYPD reports 43 antisemitic incidents in March, reversing downward trend

Since the start of October, there have been 253 antisemitic incidents reported to police, far more than the 137 anti-Jewish crimes during the same period last year.

By LUKE TRESS/JTA
05/04/2024

Jewish NGO seeks to enlist US mayors in the fight against antisemitism

As antisemitic cases spike across the United States, the Combat Antisemitism Movement is working to partner with local leaders to combat antisemitism in their communities.

UK swastika sign protester arrested amid outrage over Met officer remarks

The demonstrator carrying the swastika sign was one of two people arrested under section 5 of the Public Order Act 1986 for causing harassment, alarm and distress at a rally in central London.

Netherlands: Suspect arrested for antisemitic attack on Utrecht rabbi

The rabbi fled to a nearby supermarket but was ejected for attempting to photograph his pursuing attacker.

Massachusetts police investigating string of vandalism targeting pro-Israel homes as hate crimes

Most of the reported incidents in the heavily Jewish Boston suburb over the past month involve the defacement or removal of pro-Israel signs from lawns or fences.

By ANDREW LAPIN/JTA
21/03/2024

Hate crimes skyrocket by 93% in Toronto following October 7

Anti-Jewish targeted hate crimes have risen drastically in Tronto since the start of 2024 and since the October 7 Hamas perpetrated massacre. 989 hate crime calls have been reported.

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

WATCH: Toronto man smashes menorah light fixture

In a video released by police, the suspect is seen walking past the Jewish display, reaching out, and snapping one of the branches of the menorah.

Transgender broadcaster reports J.K. Rowling to police over social media comments

J.K. Rowling has rejected the allegation, saying that holding gender-critical views was not a crime.

By REUTERS
07/03/2024
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