Jewish communities

A new AP-NORC poll highlights significant divides among U.S. Jews over Israel and Gaza, with religious Jews more supportive of Israel’s actions compared to secular Jews. About 70% of Jewish adults identify religiously, while 30% identify culturally or ethnically, with the latter group more critical of Israel’s military operations and less emotionally attached to the country.

The European Court of Human Rights ruled that Italy unlawfully excluded Jehovah’s Witnesses from its religious funding system for decades by failing to finalize an intesa agreement, which grants access to the 'otto per mille' tax scheme. The court found Italy’s process arbitrary and discriminatory, rejecting government claims about the group’s beliefs justifying exclusion.

The United States, Australia, European allies, and other countries condemned Iran-backed groups for plotting to kill Iranian dissidents, journalists, and Jewish communities in a joint statement. The U.S. Department of State emphasized unity in protecting nations against these threats and demanded Iran halt such actions.

A 32-year-old Iraqi man, Mohammad Baqer Saad Dawood al-Saadi, is accused of orchestrating a 'proxy' campaign linked to terrorist attacks on Jewish communities across Europe. He pleaded not guilty in a Manhattan court, claiming to be a 'prisoner of war' and denying he poses a threat.

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.

X has pledged to take quicker action on hate and terror content in the UK, according to Ofcom. This commitment comes after recent crimes targeting Jewish communities in the UK. Ofcom highlights the importance of these commitments.

The Metropolitan police are deploying 100 extra officers to protect Jewish communities in London due to a rise in antisemitic hate crimes, which hit a two-year high in April. A community protection team will be set up to provide more consistent protection. This team will combine neighbourhood policing with counter-terrorism capabilities.

The Green Party is facing criticism for alleged anti-Semitism within its ranks. The Daily Mail has highlighted instances of Jew-hatred among party members. This controversy may impact the party's reputation and relationships with Jewish communities.

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that some pro-Palestinian protests may be banned due to concerns over attacks on Jewish communities. The Metropolitan Police chief stated that Jewish communities are facing the greatest threat in recent history, prompting calls for stricter regulation of protest language.

The British government declared antisemitism an emergency and pledged increased security for Jewish communities following arson attacks and a double stabbing. However, the Jewish community criticized the government's response. (Image credit: Kin Cheung)

The U.K. government declared antisemitism an emergency following arson attacks and a double stabbing targeting Jewish people, vowing to boost community security. However, Jewish community members criticized the government's response.

The UK will invest an additional £25m to enhance security for Jewish communities following a stabbing attack in Golders Green, London. The suspect, a 45-year-old British national born in Somalia, is under investigation, and Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood pledged to protect British Jews.

The UK government has allocated £25m to enhance security for Jewish communities following the Golders Green terror attack. Jonathan Hall, the UK’s independent reviewer of terrorism legislation, stated antisemitism has become the nation’s top security emergency since 2017, citing multiple attacks nationwide.

The UK government announced an additional £25 million to enhance security for Jewish communities following the Golders Green attack. Calls are growing to ban pro-Palestine marches amid rising tensions and security concerns.

Britain is experiencing a surge in antisemitic attacks, highlighting a new threat linked to the rise of vandalism as a service, which involves coordinated acts of destruction targeting Jewish communities.