Antisemitism

Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.

Reporter’s notebook: Progressive Jews at Columbia try to make it work

It is undeniable that the protest movement at Columbia has a major Jewish component. The encampment seder was not a ploy, nor was the Kabbalat Shabbat service an act.

30/04/2024

Qatar is oversaturating US Universities with funds, directly affecting the rise of antisemitism

Unveiling Qatar's substantial financial influence in American universities, promoting extremism, and leveraging its wealth, prompting calls for tighter regulations and oversight.

By WALLA!
30/04/2024

Columbia students seize building, smashing windows and lowering 'Intifada' banner

Amid the chaos on campus, several masked men in all black were reported entering John Jay residence hall via windows on 114th Street.

30/04/2024

'Fear of riots': Anti-Israel tensions rise in Malmo ahead of Eurovision

Four Jews living in Malmo, Sweden, reflect on the rise in antisemitic and anti-Israel tensions in the city, which have spiked since October 7, ahead of Eurovision.

By DUDI PATIMER
30/04/2024

Columbia begins suspending students who don't leave campus encampment

The administration said it was ‘disappointed’ it could not reach agreement with encampment organizers.

'Columbia will burn': Columbia threatens to suspend pro-Hamas encampment members

Columbia University issues ultimatum to pro-Palestinian protesters; failure to comply may lead to suspension. Responses on social media and criticism ensue.

UK Police investigating attempted kidnapping of haredi man in north London

Two men can be seen approaching a haredi man while another opens the trunk of their car which was stopped in the middle of the street.

Canadian anti-Israel activist charged for assault during Ottawa protest

Just some of the charges are for intimidation, possession of a weapon, two charges for assault with a weapon, and hate-motivated harassment.

Ilhan Omar: Jewish students should be safe 'whether they are pro-genocide or anti-genocide'

The congresswoman noted that she had met a number of Jewish students who were participating in the encampment.

UK officials cover London Holocaust memorial over vandalization fears

The Holocaust memorial in Hyde Park, London, was covered by officials in fear that it might be vandalized by pro-Palestinian protesters.

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