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Australian news anchor slams country's PM after synagogue fire
Jewish host Sharri Markson says in interview with Ynet that Australia's antisemitism wave culminated in incident, highlighting government's weak response
Roi Rubinstein | 21:13 | 12.06.24
ספר תורה שהוצא מבית הכנסת
Netanyahu links Australian government to Melbourne synagogue fire
PM blasts Labor-led government, says 'extreme anti-Israeli position' inextricably linked to antisemitic arson attack on Adass Israel synagogue
Nina Fox | 16:09 | 12.06.24
נזק כבד נגרם למקום
Manhunt underway after Melbourne synagogue arson attack
'To attack a place of worship is an attack on Australian values. To attack a synagogue is an act of antisemitism,' Australian prime minister says
Ynet | 11:52 | 12.06.24
שריפה בבית כנסת במלבורן שבאוסטרליה
Australia's largest synagogue damaged in suspected antisemitic arson attack
Witnesses say two masked individuals poured gasoline inside Adass Israel synagogue in Melbourne and ignited it; 2 hospitalized for smoke inhalation, building sustains significant damage; condition of Torah scrolls remains unclear
Itamar Eichner | 00:23 | 12.06.24
מחאה פרו פלסטינית באוניברסיטת סטנפורד
Jewish doctoral student left Stanford because of 'pervasive antisemitism'
Zahava Feldstein explains in a column for a US Jewish magazine why she dropped out of a coveted program at the prestigious university; Stanford dean told her that 'Zionists are the in-group upon which white supremacy depends'; Stanford is carefully examining the issue'
Daniel Edelson, New York | 13:11 | 12.05.24
נורמן פינקלשטיין
Aggressors and victims: The warped worldview of high-profile Zionist-hating Jews
Prominent Jewish figures, including Naomi Klein, Judith Butler and Norman Finkelstein, have publicly condemned Zionism, labeling it a colonialist and oppressive ideology; their critiques reflect a broader phenomenon of Jewish anti-Zionism, fueled by a false dichotomy that divides humanity into aggressors and victims
Yaniv Pohoryles | 23:21 | 12.04.24
ההפגנה נגד ישראל בפרלמנט הקנדי
Jewish protesters occupy Canadian Parliament building lobby to demand arms embargo on Israel
Jewish protesters supporting Palestinians staged a demonstration inside Canada’s Parliament, saying that 'Every F-35 fighter jet and Apache helicopter dropping bombs on Lebanon and Gaza right now is packed with hundreds of Canadian-made components'
Itamar Eichner | 19:34 | 12.04.24
גרגור פורמאנק באחד המסמכים שהוצגו
100-year-old former Nazi guard declared fit to stand trial
Former concentration camp guard Gregor Formanek, charged with aiding and abetting the murder of 3,322 people, had been deemed unfit for trial due to his condition until an appeal overturned the decision 
Itamar Eichner, Zeev Avrahami, Berlin | 19:17 | 12.04.24
Rabbi David Wolpe addressing Beren Scholars and parents at the opening session
Program prepares Jewish American high schoolers for antisemitism on US college campuses
Sinai Temple’s Beren Scholars Program trains Jewish high school students to combat antisemitism on college campuses, build interfaith allyships, and advocate for Jewish causes, with plans to expand nationally by 2025
Clint Van Winkle/The Media Line | 16:55 | 12.04.24
הפגנות פרו פלסטיניות בדיסלדורף גרמניה
Report: Antisemitic incidents in Australia quadruple, sparking urgent calls for action
Over 2,000 cases recorded between October 2023 and September 2024; Triggered partly by October 7 Hamas attack, spike includes vandalism, harassment and physical assaults
Itamar Eichner | 22:40 | 12.02.24
הדמיה של הפארק בקייב
Ukraine to establish Golda Meir memorial park in Kyiv: 'She is one of us'
Kyiv City Council has approved the construction of a park in a prestigious area of the city center, dedicated to Golda Meir, who was born in Ukraine’s capital; The park will feature a massive wall made of Jerusalem stone, engraved with quotes from Meir’s writings     
Itamar Eichner | 11:16 | 12.02.24
NCSY
English-speaking youth group helps new Israeli olim adjust
NCSY Israel and student participant talk with Ynet about group's purpose and aim to help new immigrant teens adapt to life in Israel and face struggles together
Ynetnews | 19:48 | 12.01.24
אילוסטרציה
Neo-Nazis attack ultra-Orthodox man in Vienna during far-right demonstration
The Haredi man who was on his way to the synagogue was attacked by members of the neo-Nazi hooligan group, the Vienna Dance Brigade; The attackers stole his shtreimel and kippa and fled
Itamar Eichner | 18:31 | 12.01.24
המסמכים נחשפו באירוע בברלין
Nazi documents show discrimination against Jewish doctors
Newly discovered ledgers show Nazi practices aiming to siphon out Jewish doctors from Germany and change their titles to 'caregivers'; documents to be presented at Yad Vashem
Itamar Eichner | 12:01 | 12.01.24
מצעד ניאו נאצי בבולגריה
Bulgarian officials push to end annual march promoting antisemitism
Prosecutor general calls for immediate cancellation of annual Lukov March in Sofia, citing promotion of overt antisemitic messages and harm to social cohesion and international relations
Itamar Eichner | 22:06 | 11.30.24
פליירים בלונדון: "ציונים, עזבו את בריטניה או תיטבחו"
Antisemitic UK posters call for 'Zionist-free zone'
Flyers threatening Jews to leave London or be 'slaughtered' send shockwaves across Jewish community, which urges authorities to treat threats with utmost seriousness
Itamar Eichner | 23:48 | 11.28.24
Rally in Amsterdam
Thousands rally in Amsterdam against antisemitism
Amid rise in incidents targeting Jews and Israelis, supporters gather in solidarity with local Jewish community, urging action to curb surge in antisemitism
Ynetnews | 22:48 | 11.28.24
חרבות ברזל, מפגינים נגד ישראל בכרייסטצ'רץ' ניו-זילנד
Antisemitic incidents skyrocket in New Zealand following war
Report issued by local Jewish community shows significant rise in assaults and harassment against Jewish people since October 7, 2023
Itamar Eichner | 21:04 | 11.28.24
חוגגים את הסיגד בטיילת ארמון הנציב
Sigd's miracle cure to unify the Israeli people
The Sigd holiday emphasizes Ethiopian Jewry’s covenant with God and values of hope, unity and equality; rooted in the dream of Jerusalem, it calls on Israeli society to renew trust, transcend divisions and embrace shared destiny
Rabbi Sharon Shalom | 18:49 | 11.28.24
מקום הפיגוע בגרמניה
Israel approves memorials for Jewish victims of antisemitic attacks worldwide
Joint committee of Israeli government and national institutions officially recognizes dozens of victims of antisemitic violence abroad since state's founding; public submissions for recognition invited, based on defined criteria for eligibility
Itamar Eichner | 18:06 | 11.28.24
צבי קוגן נעדר באיחוד האמרויות
Jewish activist says Dubai feels safe, despite murder of Chabad rabbi
'I've been here this whole time and not once did I ever feel unsafe or uncomfortable. And I'm proudly Jewish. I don't hide it,' says activist Victoria Zirkiev
Inbal Ann Bouskila | 17:31 | 11.28.24
צבי קוגן נעדר באיחוד האמרויות
Chabad emissary remembers Rabbi Zvi Kogan: ‘He always thought of how to help others’
Rabbi Chezki Malka of Cape Town remembers Kogan as a devoted friend and helper, vowing to honor his legacy by continuing to spread light and kindness despite the tragedy
Inbal Ann Bouskila | 12:04 | 11.28.24
Chabad emissaries Raizel and Daniel Namdar with their children
Chabad couple speak out after murder of rabbi in Dubai: ‘The answer to hate is to be stronger Jews'
Rabbi Zvi Kogan's murder has raised global concerns about antisemitism; Daniel and Raizel Namdar stress resilience, urging Jews to strengthen their identity and counter hatred with positivity, light and a renewed commitment to outreach
Inbal Ann Bouskila | 11:12 | 11.28.24
אילוסטרציה
Hasidic man married to 2 women gets ultimatum from prominent rabbi
The Satmar Rebbe has intervened in a case in which a man has refused to divorce his first wife and married another; Rabbi Aharon Teitelbaum has given the divorce-refuser 24 hours in which to free his first wife
Shilo Freid | 10:25 | 11.28.24
מתוך "חג ההודיה"
Two Jewish concepts that can enhance your Thanksgiving
The Jewish practice of gratitude aligns closely with the holiday spirit, emphasizing the power of specific and habitual expressions of thanks; recognizing blessings and routine kindness deepens relationships, fosters contentment and transforms the holiday into a meaningful spiritual experience
Rabbi Dov Ber Cohen | 22:32 | 11.27.24
פמקה הלסמה
Amsterdam mayor says can't protect 'pro-Jewish protesters'
Femke Halsema shoots down pro-Israel groups organizing rally denouncing antisemitism in the country in central location, citing security concerns
Ynetnews | 12:26 | 11.27.24
Stamford Hill
Ultra-Orthodox Jewish girl in UK seriously injured in suspected antisemitic attack
A man threw glass bottles from his balcony at a group of ultra-Orthodox girls walking  home in Stamford Hill; One of the girls was rushed to a local hospital in critical condition
Itamar Eichner | 20:55 | 11.26.24
בני העדה התאיופית בחג הסיגד בירושלים
The recognition of the Jewishness of Beta Israel
Ethiopian Jews, or Beta Israel, have long faced debate over their Jewish status; most have undergone symbolic conversions, recognized by Israel’s Rabbinate and Chabad; misunderstandings abroad persist, driven by ignorance of halachic rulings, not racism
Rabbi Sharon Shalom | 15:14 | 11.26.24
$4.7 million in a single New York event for injured IDF soldiers: ‘I wish I was in Israel right now, this is the least we can do'
Belev Echad gala event in the US gathers donors in a spectacular event for the sake of injured IDF soldiers impacted by the Gaza war
Liron Nagler-Cohen, New York | 10:53 | 11.26.24
אלכסנדרה ז'וסטקיביץ
Illinois court indicts Jewish woman for hate crime after attacking Palestinians
Charges claim Alexandra Szustakiewicz shouted and attempted to harm a Palestinian-American couple over a T-shirt captioned with 'Palestine' 
Daniel Edelson, New York | 10:44 | 11.26.24
הרב בנימין יעקבס, הולנד
Chabad emissaries say 'it's hard to walk down the street with visible Jewish symbol'
Chabad emissaries worldwide are speaking out about the surge in antisemitism since the October 7 terror attack; 'Every time I leave my house, people shout ‘Free Palestine’ and other remarks' rabbi in Netherlands says; Chabad rabbi in Barcelona: 'Security at all Jewish community institutions has been significantly increased recently' 
Shilo Freid | 15:05 | 11.25.24
צבי קוגן נעדר באיחוד האמרויות
Helping every Jew: Who are Chabad's emissaries?
Rabbi Zvi Kogan, murdered in the UAE, was among thousands of Chabad emissaries serving worldwide; unlike ambassadors on temporary assignments, Chabad emissaries settle permanently in their communities, blending into local life to provide spiritual and practical support
Shilo Freid | 01:08 | 11.25.24
סידי מוחמד עבדאללהי
Muslim suspect who shot Jewish man in Chicago planned attack on synagogue
Authorities say data from Sidi Mohamed Abdallahi’s phone reveals antisemitic motives, including synagogue locations marked days before attack, searches for 'Jewish community center' and 'gun store' and over 100 antisemitic and pro-Hamas images and videos
Itamar Eichner | 21:19 | 11.24.24
מחאות פרו-פלסטיניות בסידני, אוסטרליה
Pro-Palestinians set fire to cars, buildings in anitisemitic attack in Australia
Jewish eyewitness asking to remain anonymous says CCTV footage captured two men igniting fires in predominantly Jewish neighborhood
Ynet | 13:57 | 11.24.24
פרופ׳ שאול נועם זריט
Harvard Yiddish professor’s tenure denial sparks academic uproar
President faces criticism for denying tenure to Yiddish scholar Prof. Shaul Zaritt, despite unanimous departmental support; colleagues cite 'deviations from usual procedures,' warning it threatens Jewish cultural studies and academic integrity
Daniel Edelson, New York | 00:08 | 11.24.24
הפגנת מחאה
Poll: 1 in 5 young French citizens would be glad if Jews left
Nearly half of French citizens agree with at least 6 out of 12 antisemitic statements presented; just 21% view Israel favorably
Tamar Sebok, Paris | 13:20 | 11.23.24
ג'סיקה טיש
New York appoints Jewish public servant Jessica Tisch as NYPD commissioner
Jessica Tisch becomes the second woman in history to hold the role; With a background in public service and tech, she steps into the position during a politically charged time; She will head the largest police force in the U.S.,; Tisch hails from a family known for its strong support of Israel
Daniel Edelson, New York | 16:36 | 11.21.24
Milwaukee father and son to stand trial for allegedly destroying antisemitic mural
Charges allege Rabbi Peter and Zechariah Mahler defaced artwork created by Palestinian-American artist juxtaposing Star of David and Nazi swastika
Daniel Edelson, New York | 22:25 | 11.18.24
כיפה עם שמו של דונלד טראמפ בעצרת בחירות
'The current administration tied the hands of Israel being able to make a decisive response'
Rabbi Moshe Hauer says there are growing concerns of antisemitism and decisive action is needed from the incoming Trump administration 
Sharon Kidon | 21:18 | 11.17.24
Sunshine Levi: “We Are Not Alone in This World”
Pregnant Oct. 7 survivor: 'This child is our victory. Together, we will rebuild everything'
Sunshine Levi is part of a delegation of emergency response team members and their families visiting American Jewish communities; She and her children survived in their shelter while her husband fought off Hamas terrorists during the massacre
Gilad Cohen, Miami | 20:05 | 11.17.24
שרידי בית כנסת שהתגלו ברוסיה
Archaeologists reveal what they discovered in first century Russian Jewish quarter
Researchers find the oldest synagogue outside of Israel that stood for about 500 years; The ancient neighborhood in southwest Russia includes an irrigation system and residential structures
Itamar Eichner | 12:47 | 11.17.24
הרוצח סם וודוורד בבית המשפט
US court sentences neo-Nazi who murdered Jewish student Blaze Bernstein sentenced to life in prison
Case affirms Samuel Woodward stabbed his gay and Jewish former classmate to death in 2018 after prosecution shows he was part of a neo-Nazi group
Itamar Eichner | 11:03 | 11.17.24
דגל נאצי, רובה וקסדות שנמצאו בבית
Argentine police seize Nazi memorabilia, weapons in Buenos Aires home
Country's Federal Police locate over 60 weapons in a local residence, including 43 rifles decorated with Nazi insignias, flags and military uniforms
Itamar Eichner | 10:21 | 11.17.24
הפגנה בעד ישראל בארה"ב
Report: Jewish enrollment in Ivy League stays high despite protests, antisemitism
Despite rising tensions and antisemitism controversies, Jewish enrollment at top US schools like Columbia, Harvard and UPenn remains steady, new report finds; new rankings also assess universities’ responses to antisemitism amid growing campus unrest
Daniel Edelson, New York | 19:12 | 11.15.24
ד"ר הומיין שמח
'Blood on his hands': Jewish Iranian lawmaker complicit in execution of Jewish man, community charges
Community leaders sharply criticize their parliamentary representative Dr. Homayoun Sameh, accusing him of failing to intervene in time to prevent Arvin Nathaniel Ghahremani’s execution; ‘Only thing he does is attack Israel to deflect criticism from himself for doing nothing,' official charges
Itamar Eichner | 22:54 | 11.14.24
חנות לגו
Lego store refuses to make custom figurine wearing yellow hostage ribbon
Columbia University professor told by Manhattan branch manager that kidnapped Israelis are a political issue
Jenni Frazer, Jewish News | 17:31 | 11.14.24
"יש התחשבות בחגים, בשבתות ובזמני תפילה". יעקב קרעי
Haredis find social service in lieu of draft
More Haredi men join medical emergency teams as volunteers after rejecting military claiming their religious sensibilities would be less harmed 
Shilo Freid | 09:05 | 11.14.24
נסיון החטיפה
'We’re not alone': Brooklyn resident voices relief after police nab suspect in Jewish boy’s kidnapping attempt
Local describes Crown Heights community as vigilant yet resilient after attempted kidnapping, with locals heightening precautions; Eli Cohen commends strong relationship with NYPD, expressing confidence in authorities' commitment to safety
Sharon Kidon | 23:20 | 11.13.24
Dennis Prager (speaking) at the Mental Health IsReal conference in New York, New York
In NYC, Jewish leaders and influencers discuss mental health as antisemitism rises
The ongoing mental health crisis about Diaspora Jews calls for building resilience, not pathologizing, spiritual and mental health leaders said at a recent Mental Health IsReal event
Shira Dicker/The Media Line | 21:16 | 11.13.24
תקיפת יהודים חרדים באנטוורפן
Muslims attack Jewish boy in Belgian Jewish neighborhood
Pro-Palestinian activists publish footage of attack on Ultra-Orthodox boy on social media in Antwerp; Jewish Belgian MP Michael Freilich demands police reinforcement and deployment of soldiers in the Jewish neighborhoods
Itamar Eichner | 10:45 | 11.12.24
איוון קלאס. הוצא להורג ב-1965
Russia names Nazi collaborator responsible for murder of Jews during Holocaust
Ivan Klaas, born in the Omsk region of Russia, joined the Nazis and took part in the murder of thousands of Jews while serving with the Germans in Ukraine; He was executed in 1965, but Russia has only now permitted the release of his name
Itamar Eichner | 01:36 | 11.12.24
קיר סטארמר
Starmer addresses South Hamptead Synagogue’s centenary Shabbat
British prime minister and his wife Victoria attend the service at the 500-strong congregation in his parliamentary constituency; talks about antisemitism  
Lee Harpin, Jewish News | 20:07 | 11.10.24
מפגין פרו פלסטיני לפני משחקה של מכבי ת"א מול איאקס
New hate records: Amsterdam pogrom reflects alarming trend across Europe
Analysis: Brutal assault on Maccabi Tel Aviv fans in Amsterdam highlights growing and unchecked wave of antisemitism sweeping across Europe, with incidents rising sharply and little intervention to stem tide
Itamar Eichner | 15:41 | 11.10.24
נסיון החטיפה
Masked man attempts to kidnap Hasidic boy walking to synagogue with father in Brooklyn
The incident took place in broad daylight in the Crown Heights neighborhood; Suspect was arrested; Watch footage of the kidnapping attempt
Ynet | 08:50 | 11.10.24
תמונות אירוטיות ליד קברי יהודים
Ukrainian youths apologize after erotic photoshoot at Jewish cemetery sparks anger
Authorities say youths acknowledged mistake and apologized; photos reportedly taken in 2020, only surfaced in media last Thursday
Itamar Eichner | 19:44 | 11.09.24
רנדי הלפרין בבית הסוהר
Court orders retrial for Jew on death row due to judge's 'antisemitic bias'
Texas appeals court accepts appeal by Randy Halprin, sentenced to death for his role in the murder of a police officer, saying judge  who oversaw the original case had antisemitic tendencies
Itamar Eichner | 21:10 | 11.07.24
בקהילה היהודית זועמים
Erotic photoshoot in Ukraine Jewish cemetery sparks community outrage
Youths in Ukrainian city Brody take semi-nude photos during Halloween in Jewish cemetery, decorating  the graves; Community leaders call on parents to educate children
Itamar Eichner | 19:36 | 11.07.24
ניידת משטרה בארה"ב אילוסטרציה
Jewish man brutally beaten in attempted robbery in Crown Heights
Hasidic man in his 50s reportedly hospitalized, suffering severe injuries; attack follows 3 other reported antisemitic incidents in Brooklyn neighborhood over past week, sparking concern among locals
Itamar Eichner | 15:45 | 11.07.24
פרופ׳ רופה מריה
UCSF suspends professor over social media posts accusing Israel of genocide, targeting Israeli student
Dr. Rupa Marya writes students 'concerned that a first year student from Israel is in their class'; Israeli consulate in San Francisco condemns remarks, accuses her of 'harassing and potentially inciting' against student 'based on their Israeli national origin'
Daniel Edelson, New York | 13:46 | 11.07.24
החלונות נופצו
LAPD investigate vandalism of Jewish-owned businesses in Pico-Robertson
Police respond to calls of broken windows in LA’s Pico-Robertson neighborhood on Election Day; 'It was an antisemitic attack, it was not a coincidence,' says local business owner
Itamar Eichner | 23:39 | 11.06.24
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