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.

Greek police increase security at Israeli, Jewish sites amid Iran conflict

Authorities fear antisemitic attacks may come from a radicalized foreigner, a lone wolf from the Middle East, or anarchists and armed groups, according to a report by Mega.

Brick reading ‘Free Palestine’ thrown through window of Boston-area kosher grocery store

The Butcherie is one of the Boston area’s only kosher grocers, selling kosher meat and prepared foods from its home in Coolidge Corner.

By PHILISSA CRAMER/JTA
16/06/2025

'Stop bombing Iran': Pro-regime protests take place in London, Paris, Berlin

The Bronx Anti-War coalition has planned a "solidarity with Iran" rally for New York's Times Square on Monday.

Iran's octopus: Report uncovers the regime’s political, cultural infiltration of the UK

The new report looks at Iran's "extensive and sophisticated" network in the UK, detailing the specific institutions and individuals responsible for "advancing its agenda."

French Muslim teens sentenced to 7, 9 years in prison for gang raping Jewish girl

Two French Muslim teenagers who raped a 12-year-old Jewish girl in 2024 have been sentenced to seven and nine years in prison.

NSC issues warning for Israelis abroad following airstrikes on Iran

The measures advised by the NSC include avoiding displaying Jewish or Israeli symbols in public spaces, and avoid attending large events associated with Israel or Judaism.

Vandals daub swastikas on Jewish gravestones in Moldova

A criminal case was opened on grounds of desecration and inciting racial hatred but no further details were provided on the incident.

By REUTERS
13/06/2025

Jewish group seeks dissolution of Samidoun France following Brussels Oct 7 reenactment

"France must never become a refuge for those who celebrate terrorism," said the Jewish Observatory of France's president, René Levy.

 Image of Dr Rupa Marya.

UCSF professor fired for antisemitism files lawsuit over violation of free speech rights

She also alleged that her dismissal came as a result of "pressure from pro-Israel forces and political allies like Senator Scott Wiener and billionaire donors such as the Diller family."

French Muslim teenagers tried in court over antisemitic gang-rape of 12-year-old girl

The boys, aged between 13 and 14, are charged with gang rape, sexual assault, violence, extortion and death threats as well as capturing, recording, or transmitting intimate images.

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