IHRA definition of antisemitism

British anti-Israel group launches judicial review into NHS adoption of IHRA definition

Right to Protest, which has created a crowdfunding page, argued that medical staff who raise ethical concerns about Israel’s actions now face being treated as potential offenders.

 Demonstrators protest in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza, in London, in January.
Then-New York City mayor Eric Adams stands beside the crystal button that triggers the descent of the New Year’s Eve Ball in Times Square, New York City, December 31, 2025; illustrative.

Former NYC mayor Eric Adams under scrutiny following apparent NYC Token crypto 'rug pull'

Demonstrators attend a pro-Palestinian protest on the day of the two-year anniversary of Hamas's October 7 massacre, in New York City, October 7, 2025; illustrative.

Democrats denouncing pro-Hamas chants shouldn't require headlines - editorial

PEOPLE ATTEND a march in support of the Jewish community called No Hate No Fear in Cadman Plaza on January 5, 2020 in New York City.

Jews targeted in NYC hate crimes more than all other groups combined for second year


South Dakota legislature accepts IHRA definition of antisemitism in new bill

South Dakota now becomes the twelfth state to officially codify the IHRA definition, which will be used in assessing potential cases of antisemitic discrimination.

 Demonstrators hold antisemitic symbols and signs as they protest outside the Tampa Convention Center, where Turning Point USA’s Student Action Summit was being held, in Tampa, Florida on July 23, 2022.

US Jewish orgs lobby Congress to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism in new letter

The IHRA definition notes that “criticism of Israel similar to that leveled against any other country cannot be regarded as antisemitic.”

 DEMONSTRATORS RALLY in solidarity with Israel and against antisemitism, in front of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, in May.

Antisemitism and the future: Panelists at JPost Berlin Conference express their views

Aaron Sagui said that the German government is doing a much better job countering antisemitism than it has in the past, especially since October 7.

 Experts discuss rise in antisemitism on panel at Joint Perspectives conference in Berlin on February 14, 2024

WZO and Diaspora Ministry representatives discuss increase in antisemitism and possible solutions

The World Zionist Organization is confident in solutions on the horizon for the increased antisemitism seen worldwide.

 Demonstrators hold antisemitic symbols and signs as they protest outside the Tampa Convention Center, where Turning Point USA’s Student Action Summit was being held, in Tampa, Florida on July 23, 2022.

Limited university adoption of IHRA working definition, despite spike in campus antisemitism

Although 73% of US Jewish college students have experienced or witnessed antisemitism since start of the 2023-2024 school year, only one university has adopted the IHRA working definition in 2023.

 Pro-Israel demonstrators protest against Ben and Jerry's over its boycott of the West Bank, and against antisemitism, in Manhattan, New York City, on August 12, 2021

Proponents of Georgia antisemitism bill hope to have IHRA definition recognized

Esther Panitch, a first-term Democratic lawmaker and the only Jewish member of the state legislature said she introduced the bills after her house was targeted with antisemitic fliers.

 The Georgia State Capitol, in Atlanta, Georgia, in the United States. September 6, 2011.

Jewish orgs. urge Governor Newsom to adopt IHRA definition of antisemitism amid growing hate

The letter sent to Governor Newsom notes that there has been a 24% increase in antisemitic attacks in California.

Governor of US state of California Gavin Newsom and his wife Jennifer Siebel Newsom visit the premises of a migrant assistance office in San Salvador, El Salvador April 8, 2019.

50 US mayors commit to a 10-point plan to combat antisemitism

This commitment was made at the 2023 North American Mayors Summit Against Antisemitism, organized by the Combat Antisemitism Movement in Florida.

 Jewish Americans and supporters of Israel gather in solidarity with Israel and protest against antisemitism, amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian group Hamas, during a rally on the National Mall in Washington, U.S, November 14, 2023

TikTok is 'the biggest antisemitic movement since the Nazis,' says Sacha Baron Cohen

Criticism has flared up against the platform again as a stream of TikTok users this week posted videos recommending a letter written by Osama bin Laden that aims to justify the September 11 attacks.

Sacha Baron Cohen arrives at the premiere of red carpet event for the screening for the Showtime Series "Who Is America", moderated by Sarah Silverman in Los Angeles, California, U.S., May 15, 2019

Rio de Janeiro signs IHRA definition after antisemitism in Brazilian city

So far over 200 cities, states, and organizations have signed the declaration.

 (left to right) André Lajst, executive president of StandWithUs Brasil; Flavio Valle, deputy mayor of the South Zone of Rio and Eduardo Paes, mayor of Rio de Janeiro