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Number of antisemitic incidents doubles in Hamburg, mainly from ideological left, Islamists

In 2024, the number of antisemitic crimes motivated by religious ideology or politics (relating to foreign elements) rose significantly, surpassing those by right-wing extremists.

 Muslim Interaktiv organize a rally calling for caliphate in Hamburg, Germany
‘IF MAMDANI wins, there will be an exodus of Jews from New York City,’ according to political strategist and consultant Rabbi Dr. Hank Sheinkopf. Here, Mamdani speaks during a press conference celebrating his primary victory with leaders and members of the city’s labor unions earlier this month.

'If New York falls, the country follows': Is the future of American Jewry at risk? - interview

 People walk out of the West Wing of the White House with "The Epstein Files: Phase 1" binders, February 27, 2025; illustrative.

Trump calls 'Epstein hoax' the latest 'radical left Democrat scam'

 Israel Frey in handcuffs after being arrested by Israel Police for inciting hatred towards killed IDF soldiers, July 9, 2025.

Israel Police arrest haredi left-wing journalist for post glorifying death of soldiers


Israel Police investigates left-wing journalist for expressing joy at death of five IDF soldiers

"The world is a better place this morning, without five young men who participated in one of the most brutal crimes against humanity," haredi left-wing journalist, Israel Frey, wrote on X/Twitter.

 Israel Frey protests calling for the release of Israeli hostages held in the Gaza Strip outside Hakirya Base in Tel Aviv, April 8, 2024.

Jewish woman reveals plot to poison Israelis at Boom Festival in Portugal - KAN

Strychnine is a highly toxic, colorless alkaloid used as a pesticide, which leads to convulsions and then death through asphyxia if ingested.

 A poison warning on a bottle; illustrative

I'm not afraid of Hamas, I'm afraid of us: Internal divisions make the enemy win – comment

Some citizens believe we have lost the war; some believe that it has not begun. But internal division will ruin us, and our soldiers deserve better.

 Protesters seen at Begin gate in Tel Aviv for a hostage release deal on May 3, 2025.

Reconstructionist leader to step down as head of movement riven by tension over anti-Zionism

Rabbi Deborah Waxman said this week that she will retire in next summer, opening the top job at a movement that has been rocked by tension over a growing strain of anti-Zionism.

 Rabbi Deborah Waxman is president and CEO of Reconstructing Judaism.

Could AI be the solution to Israel's ongoing conflicts and division? - opinion

Bringing competing groups together to forge that vision can already help the rivals of yesterday to become collaborators and partners today, to forge the world of tomorrow.

 THE WRITER gives a brief explanation on the history of Jerusalem to a mixed crowd of Jews, Christians, and Muslims on the rooftop of the Dan Family Aish World Center in Jerusalem.

Let Gaza's people choose where to rebuild their lives - opinion

Jewish progressive groups that long decried Gaza as a prison now oppose US plans to relocate willing residents during reconstruction - a stance that contradicts humanitarian concerns.

 PALESTINIANS WAIT to cross through a checkpoint, run by US and Egyptian security contractors, near Gaza City last week, after the IDF withdrew from the Netzarim Corridor, allowing for travel in both directions between southern and northern Gaza.

Trump’s win sparks hope for Jewish sovereignty on Temple Mount - opinion

Trump was overwhelmingly elected to save the United States from decline and to protect Israel from surging anti-Zionism and delegitimization in international courts and global public opinion.

 JEWS AND Christians pray on the Temple Mount for the success of US President Donald Trump.

What irks Israel’s right wing? - opinion

The shunning, turning the Zionist Right into the ultimate “other,” politically, socially, and economically, set in motion a psychological mindset among Israel’s cultural elite.

 FAMILY MEMBERS of Eli Feldstein attend a Supreme Court hearing on his house arrest in December 2024.

Landmark ruling: Argentine politician convicted of antisemitism under IHRA definition

Alejandro Bodart responded to the court's decision with a public statement, saying "Zionism also colonizes the justice system. Of course, we will appeal."

 Representatives of DAIA, Argentina's Jewish umbrella organization, present 2023 data about antisemitic incidents at Buenos Aires City Legislature, Sept. 16, 2024.

Canada’s Left has an antisemitism problem - opinion

The Canadian political spectrum generally consists of three main parties with variations at the federal and provincial levels. The NDP is would have easily felt at home with Israel’s Labor Party.

CANADA’S NEW Democratic Party leader Jagmeet Singh speaks during Question Period on Parliament Hill in Ottawa.

Letters to the Editor December 30, 2024: Blind loyalty

Readers of The Jerusalem Post have their say.

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