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Protesters hold banners and wave Palestinian flags during a rally in support of the people from Gaza, in the Palestinian territories, in Barcelona on January 20, 2024.

Jewish community files complaint over Catalonia map identifying Jewish, Israeli-linked businesses

Zohran Mamdani is sworn in as mayor of New York City, flanked by his wife Rama Duwaji and New York Attorney General Letitia James, at Old City Hall Station, New York, US, Thursday, Jan 1st 2026.

A new era at City Hall: What’s in store for New York’s Jews under Mayor Mamdani? - analysis

New York City former Mayor Eric Adams looks on an event to mark the anniversary of the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, in Central Park, New York City, US, October 7, 2024.

Eric Adams publishes report into actions to combat antisemitism during time as NYC mayor


Why Israel set up the J50 forum: Streamlining the global Jewish message - analysis

The global Jewish response to antisemitism historically rested on a fragile equilibrium, on the assumption that antisemitism would remain largely local. That assumption collapsed after October 7.

ISRAELI FOREIGN Minister Gideon Sa’ar and Mauro Berenstein, president of DAIA.

How Jewish politics are shaping the 2026 election map, from coast to coast

The rise of fractures inside both parties over Israel and the growing visibility of antisemitism have turned races that might once have seemed parochial into national bellwethers.

Some of the political candidates likely to make waves among Jewish voters in 2026.

Sydney rings in 2026 New Year with heavy security after antisemitic Bondi Beach terror attack

Sydney welcomed 2026 with fireworks under heightened security, honoring victims of a deadly antisemitic attack as police deployed in force across the city.

Fireworks explode over Sydney Harbour Bridge at 9 p.m. during New Year's Eve celebrations, in Sydney, Australia, December 31, 2025.

False narratives have framed Israel as guilty before the world - opinion

How narratives have cast Israel as guilty and what must be done to reclaim the narrative.

 Palestinian-Americans and their supporters march as the conflict between Israel and Hamas continues, in downtown Chicago, U.S., October 8, 2023

Schrödinger’s Jew: How antisemitism is more absurd than quantum mechanics - opinion

Schrödinger’s cat is a famous thought experiment used to describe the complex nature of quantum mechanics, but it can also be used to explain the incoherent nature of antisemites.

A MEMBER of a neo-Nazi party gives a salute outside a speech by Richard Spencer on the campus of Michigan State University on March 5

Spanish bank chairman apologizes after Israeli clients report account restrictions

Banco Sabadell’s chairman apologized after Israeli clients in Spain reported account restrictions and delayed transfers, saying revised procedures followed an internal compliance misunderstanding.

The Banco Sabadell logo can be seen behind leaves on top of a building outside Madrid, Spain, April 13, 2016.

German anti-antisemitism group under scrutiny for lack of track record despite receiving funding

German outlet Der Spiegel found that the Zera Institute received the money for researching and fighting antisemitism, despite the institute's so-called experts lacking any documented experience.

Police officers stand guard as demonstrators take part in a pro-Palestine protest, on the day of the celebrations to mark the 35th anniversary of Germany's Unification Day, in Saarbruecken, Germany, October 3, 2025.

Lech L'Tulsa program provides pathway for Jewish Canadians to escape surging antisemitism

The program will provide immigration lawyer support, including a free consultation and discounted services, to assist prospective individuals and families throughout the relocation process.

Sunny view of the Tulsa Route 66 Sign at Oklahoma.

Albanese rejects royal commission into Hanukkah Bondi attack

Australian officials say an internal review into the Bondi Hanukkah attack will move faster than a royal commission, as calls from families and Jewish groups for a public inquiry continue.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks to the media during a press conference following a shooting at Bondi Beach, at Parliament House in Canberra, Australia, December 14, 2025

Russian schoolboy beaten by classmate, eye socket fractured, over Israeli flag in profile picture

Anton was diagnosed with a fracture of the orbital bone (eye socket), and doctors performed surgery under general anesthesia and removed bone fragments.

Illustrative image of violemt acts perpetrated against Russian schoolboy over Israeli flag in his profile picture

When warnings are ignored: Bondi Beach paid the price for tolerated extremism - opinion

Unchecked hatred of Jews set the stage for the Bondi Beach mass shooting.

A homemade Islamic State flag located in the vehicle CN59DR, which, according to a court document, is believed to have been used by Sajid and Naveed Akram, suspects in the shooting during a Hanukkah celebration at Bondi Beach.