Anti-Defamation League
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- Man charged with hate crimes after disrupting service at Manhattan’s Central Synagogue
Larry Montes was arrested and charged with multiple hate crimes after disrupting Shabbat services and injuring a woman at Central Synagogue in Manhattan. The man, who originated from The Bronx, also damaged synagogue property and assaulted security personnel. Mayor Zohran Mamdani condemned the attack, which occurred amid a rise in reports of antisemitic assaults across the US.
- AMBASSADOR GEORGE DEEK: The Christian Israel you are not being shown
Ambassador George Deek recounts growing up in Jaffa within a perfectly normal Middle Eastern Christian community alongside neighbors who were Muslims and Jews. He challenges the narrative that Christians in Israel are under siege, arguing that isolated extremist behavior does not define the character of Israeli society. The article compares concerns about religious life in Israel by citing high records of antisemitic incidents in the United States and Spain.
- Mamdani faces questions over ties to outlet accused of antisemitic tropes
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is questioned over ties to Uncivilized Media, a Qatar-based outlet accused of spreading antisemitic conspiracy theories. Mamdani participated in an interview with the outlet in 2023 and was a follower on Instagram until July 2026. The Anti-Defamation League and experts note the outlet's content includes antisemitic tropes, though Mamdani's interview did not focus on these claims.
- Antisemitic violence reaches deadliest level since 1994, new global report finds
A 2025 report by the J7 Large Communities’ Task Force Against Antisemitism found 20 deaths from antisemitic attacks worldwide, marking the deadliest year since 1994. The report tracked over 23,000 antisemitic incidents in seven countries (Australia, Canada, Argentina, U.S., U.K., Germany, France), with violent incidents rising 97% since 2022 and total incidents increasing 136%. The Hamas terror attacks of Oct. 7, 2023, were cited as a catalyst for global antisemitic hate.
- Antisemitic flyers found in Berkley and Southfield prompt police investigations
Antisemitic flyers with swastikas and derogatory language were discovered in Berkley and Southfield, prompting police investigations. The Anti-Defamation League confirmed the flyers' antisemitic imagery, and police suspect they were distributed from a moving vehicle. The incident follows an FBI-designated Hezbollah-inspired attack on Temple Israel in West Bloomfield.
- Jewish communities turn to firearms training amid rising antisemitism in the US
Rising antisemitism in the US is leading Jewish Americans to seek firearms training and self-defense resources. Daniel Jakobsson and Todd Narson are involved in initiatives like SAAf Tactical and Lox and Loaded, which aim to empower Jewish communities to defend themselves amid record hate incident reports.
- Antisemitism thrives in silence. - Sponsored Content
In 2025, Jewish Americans experienced antisemitism an average of 17 times daily, with many incidents unreported. The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) encourages reporting to address the issue.
- ADL files civil rights complaint alleging antisemitic bullying at Boulder school
The Anti-Defamation League filed a civil rights complaint against Boulder Valley School District, alleging it failed to address antisemitic bullying endured by a Jewish 8th-grade student at Southern Hills Middle School over two years. The complaint cites repeated harassment, including derogatory slurs, physical assault involving a Chromebook cord, and failure to protect the student despite parental reports. The district stated it takes harassment seriously but does not comment on ongoing legal matters.
- Hate as entertainment: Youth finding community in nihilistic online antisemitism, warns ADL
The Anti-Defamation League warns that disaffected youth are finding online communities in internet spaces filled with antisemitism. Dark corners of the internet, characterized by Jew hatred, are highlighted as areas where these connections form.
- Photo Of Burning Cross Suspect Released By Police
Police released a photo of a suspect linked to a burning cross discovered in Grant Park, which has sparked outrage and a $10,000 reward for information. The incident, associated with racial intimidation, occurred on June 9, 2026, with witnesses reporting a person fleeing the scene in dark clothing.
- Burning Cross Discovered In Grant Park Tuesday Afternoon, Officials Say
A burning cross was discovered and extinguished in Grant Park Tuesday afternoon by the Chicago Fire Department. A witness, Keinika Carlton, reported seeing the cross and a man walking away from the site. The incident is under investigation as a potential hate crime linked to the Ku Klux Klan.
- San Diego attackers' hate manifesto targeted many groups, sought 'destruction of political system,' sources say
The San Diego attackers' hate manifesto targeted multiple groups and sought the destruction of the political system, according to sources. The manifesto referenced the great replacement theory, which believes white people are being replaced by non-white immigrants. This theory is a belief held by some extremist groups.
- Britain is losing the ability to tell anti-Semitism from dissent
Britain is struggling to distinguish between anti-Semitism and dissent, which may harm Jewish communities. The collapse of this distinction leaves no one protected, including the Jewish communities it aims to defend. This issue raises concerns about the ability to identify and address anti-Semitic behavior.
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- US Jewish leader, Israel advocate Abe Foxman dies at 86
Abe Foxman, a US Jewish leader and Israel advocate, has died at 86. He led the Anti-Defamation League advocacy group for nearly three decades. Israeli officials have hailed him as warm and passionate.
- Anti-Israel agitators clash with NYPD officers near synagogue
Anti-Israel agitators clashed with NYPD officers near a Manhattan synagogue, with the anti-Israel group shouting slogans and waving Palestinian flags, while pro-Israel demonstrators waved Israeli and American flags nearby. The incident led to the enforcement of barriers around synagogues to protect congregants from protesters. Anti-Semitic incidents have been on the rise, with 2025 marking one of the most violent periods for American Jews.
- Antisemitic violence escalates as deadly weapon attacks surge in 2025: report
Antisemitic violence escalated in 2025 with a surge in deadly weapon attacks, despite an overall decline in incidents. The Anti-Defamation League recorded 6,274 antisemitic incidents, including 203 assaults and 32 deadly weapon attacks. This represents a 33% decrease from 2024, but remains considerably higher than previous years.
- Assaults against U.S. Jews reach 46-year high
Physical assaults against Jewish people in the U.S. reached a 46-year high in 2025, with 203 anti-Jewish assaults reported, according to the Anti-Defamation League. The overall number of antisemitic incidents decreased by 33% from 2024, but violence did not decrease. Three people were killed in antisemitic attacks in 2025.
- THIRTY Green candidates probed over anti-Semitism: Shocking figures that make a mockery of claims hateful comments had been 'dealt with'
Thirty Green candidates are being probed over anti-Semitism, contradicting claims that hateful comments had been addressed. The investigation reveals shocking figures, sparking concerns about the party's handling of the issue. This development undermines the party's stance on tackling hate speech.
- Pro-Palestinian activist refuses to condemn political violence after threat against her is foiled
Nerdeen Kiswani, a Palestinian-American activist, refused to condemn political violence after a Molotov cocktail plot against her was foiled. Her organization, Within Our Lifetime (WOL), has faced criticism for not condemning U.S.-designated terror groups, with critics linking its stance to support for violent acts against Israelis.