Antisemitism

Israel is becoming less Jewish, not just less democratic, WZO's Yizhar Hess argues

Dr. Yizhar Hess, Vice chairman of the World Zionist Organization and a 10th-generation Jerusalemite, argues Israel has created an "unholy connection between state and religion".

People celebrate Israel’s 78th Independence Day at Sacher Park in Jerusalem, April 22, 2026.
Illustration of a watermelon in the shape of Israel.

German intelligence service flags watermelon symbol in new pro-Palestinian extremism guide

SHEINA GUTNICK, whose father was killed in a mass shooting at Bondi Beach, speaks to the media after the first hearing block of the Royal Commission on Antisemitism and Social Cohesion in Sydney on May 4, 2026.

First hearings for Australia commission end after Jews share stories of antisemitism

A general view of the atmosphere during the Nova Music Festival Exhibition in Los Angeles on September 13, 2024 in Culver City, California; Illustrative.

London Nova Festival exhibit's sign removed over fears of antisemitic crimes


At Jewish Democratic event, Minneapolis mayor says anti-Zionism can blur into antisemitism

Frey’s comments, which came in response to a question from the audience, were some of his most extensive on Israel.

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey addresses the winter meeting of the U.S. Conference of Mayors on January 29, 2026 in Washington, DC.

We built them before - we must build them again - opinion

As antisemitism rises again, Jewish history offers a proven blueprint for rebuilding economic strength, independence, and resilience.

We Built Them Before. We Must Build Them Again

Herzog warns Israel’s greatest internal threat is growing division at ‘Time to Talk’ conference

“They want to hear us, and they want to know they have our backing,” he said.

President Isaac Herzog speaks at the  ‘President’s Conference for a Shared Israeli Future’ in Jerusalem on May 13, 2026.

Jewish Republican Paul Singer tarred with rainbow Star of David in anti-LGBTQ Kentucky ad

“This ad is totally insane! As if homophobia wasn’t enough, you had to make it antisemitic, too, using a Star of David to label the Jew.”

In a new ad for the reelection of Republican Congressman Thomas Massie, a rainbow star of David is prominently featured behind Republican activist investor Paul Singer, who is Jewish.

Israeli music industry doubtful over Kanye West's potential return to Israel

Rumors that Kanye West may perform in Israel after apologizing for past antisemitic remarks have sparked skepticism and backlash within the Israeli music industry.

(L-R) Kanye "Ye" West and Bianca Censori attend the 67th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on February 02, 2025 in Los Angeles, California.

Berlin Holocaust memorial vandalized in latest antisemitic vandalism incident

The memorial for the 32,000 deported Jews has faced repeated vandalism since its creation, with it being splashed with white paint and covered in parcel tape in August.

A Stolperstein or a 'stumbling stone' with the words, "here lived Margot Bendheim, born 1921, deported 1944 - Theresienstadt, survived" engraved in memory of Holocaust survivor Margot Friedlaender, is embedded in front of the house where she once lived, after she died on May 9 at the age of 103.

Global parliamentarians commit to recognizing Jerusalem's sovereignty during Knesset conference

"Today, the truth itself is under attack. Standing with Jerusalem right now is not merely a political gesture. It is a profound moral choice," he said.

Global parliamentarians commit to recognizing Jerusalem's sovereignty during Knesset conference

'Only my best friend knows I’m Jewish’: French Jewish teens tell US ambassador of hidden identity

Nine members of CTeen France met US Ambassador Charles Kushner in Paris on May 4, discussing life as Jewish teens in France during a two-hour conversation at the ambassador’s residence.

US Ambassador to France Charles Kushner stands with two members of Chabbad in his Paris residence.

At Abraham Foxman’s funeral, an elegy for the last generation with direct ties to the Holocaust

Foxman spent decades as one of the world’s most recognizable Jewish advocates, serving for nearly 30 years as the ADL’s top professional and another two decades before that in its leadership ranks.

Abe Foxman delivering remarks on April 23, 2025, during the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum's Annual Days of Remembrance ceremony held at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, D.C. Inset, Foxman with the nanny who hid him during the Holocaust, Bronislawa Kurpi.

Jewish Pennsylvania judge leaves Democratic Party citing ‘disturbingly common’ antisemitism

Judge David Wecht said in a statement that he believed antisemitism has moved from the fringe of the Democratic Party to the mainstream.

David Wecht campaigning for Pennsylvania Supreme Court in 2015.