Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Coverage of Jewish Telegraphic Agency in the Nexus archive.
- US would not exist without Israel, ambassador Huckabee repeats claim
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee claimed the United States would not exist without Israel, stating Western civilization was founded on Jewish and Judeo-Christian principles. He emphasized the enduring bond between the US and Israel despite recent tensions.
- Mamdani won't attend Israel Day Parade, breaking decades-long mayoral tradition amid antisemitism surge
New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will not attend the Israel Day Parade, breaking a decades-long mayoral tradition, amid a surge in antisemitism in the city. The decision has been criticized by Jewish groups, who view the parade as a display of solidarity with the Jewish community. The parade is expected to draw a record turnout despite the mayor's absence.
- Far-left streamer Hasan Piker defends himself from antisemitism accusations in interview with Jewish outlet
Hasan Piker, a far-left Twitch streamer accused of antisemitism, defended his anti-Zionist views in an interview with the Jewish Telegraphic Agency (JTA), asserting that Zionism is a 'racist ideology' and urging the Democratic Party to adopt an anti-Israel stance. He dismissed concerns about antisemitism while minimizing the impact of the Oct. 7 attacks and criticizing Jewish communities, despite his controversial rhetoric.