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.

CAM in response to UN antisemitism plan: IHRA definition essential

Given the UN’s declination to endorse the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism, CAM insisted that the definition is central to effectively combating antisemitism.

Anti-Israel protesters break police line in London, 77 people arrested

Anti-Israel protesters clash with London police, breaking route rules meant to protect Jewish worshippers on Shabbat.

UN unveils action plan to monitor, combat antisemitism worldwide

Regular surveys will track antisemitic attitudes, with results integrated into existing UN anti-racism programs.

Cars set ablaze, graffitied in new antisemitic attack in Sydney suburb

Police are investigating the Dover Heights incident that occurred before dawn.

President Higgins's Holocaust speech questioned by Irish Jews after 'neglecting antisemitism'

Irish Chief Rabbi Yoni Wieder warned that Higgins' speech may "ring hollow for many Irish Jews" after he had "neglected even to acknowledge the scourge of contemporary antisemitism in Ireland."

Why is antisemitic rhetoric so widespread among left-leaning Latin American leaders?

Parroting classic antisemitic tropes, the Colombian president has accused Israel of controlling “international financial capital” and of silencing the global press

By NATHAN KLABIN/THE MEDIA LINE
15/01/2025

Spanish party leader attempts to prevent Israeli team and fans from entering Madrid

“We do not want the fans to glorify genocide,” said the Organization Secretary, Pablo Fernández, in a press conference.

Toronto Kosher eatery branches ransacked, one vandalized with antisemitic graffiti

Photographs of the vandals were released by the York police, who are seeking the public's aid in identifying the suspects.

Jewish groups pushed Meta to crack down on hate speech. Now, the company is reversing course

The company also did not signal any changes to its ban on Holocaust denial in its announcement, and the leaked materials also did not address the ban, which Zuckerberg announced in 2020.

By ASAF ELIA-SHALEV/JTA
14/01/2025

Palestinian protest scheduled during Maccabi Tel Aviv game in Madrid on Tuesday

These protests illustrate an increasing trend toward utilizing high-profile cultural engagements and sporting events to advance political causes.

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