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The Simon of Trent blood libel: Illustration in Hartmann Schedel’s Weltchronik, 1493

Europe, Israel should launch commission with Trump’s help - opinion

US President Donald Trump (L) welcomes radio host Sid Rosenberg to speak during a Hanukkah reception in the East Room of the White House in Washington, DC on December 16, 2025.

Sid Rosenberg speaks to 'Post' on Trump, New York, and the threat of antisemitism - interview

Israel's Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter the President residence in Jerusalem, February 16, 2025.

Leiter says J Street is 'cancer of the Jewish community' over org's Israel arms stance


Norwegian MP is 'seriously worried' about country's Jews amid rising antisemitism - interview

Norwegian MP Joel Ystebø warns of rising antisemitism in Oslo, calling out biased media and government actions after anti-Israel protests escalate.

Israeli Independence Day celebration in Oslo, Norway. April 26, 2026.

Education-based alternatives for antisemitic hate crime offenders - opinion

What sets the program apart is its specificity: each participant’s curriculum is tailored to their criminal actions, personal history, and mindset.

 Aftermath of vandalism at Mikveh Israel synagogue, including arson, a dumpster fire, and an attempted break-in of the office of Rabbi Yosef Zarnighian, on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024, in Philadelphia

From sirens to song: Friendship forged in Israel’s shared loss - opinion

Yossi and Moshe fought together, fell together, and now, rest together side by side on Jerusalem’s Mount Herzl.

Family and friends of Israeli soldier Moshe Yedidia Leiter mourn at his funeral at the Mount Herzl Military Cemetery in Jerusalem, November 12, 2023.

JD Salinger asked publishers to remove references to his Jewish heritage, letters reveal

"Second-rate reviewers would probably find the information just provocative enough to use and misuse over and over again," wrote Salinger. "So, please, let’s be careful.”

A January 28, 2010 photo shows a copies of "The Catcher in the Rye" by author J.D. Salinger at a bookstore in Washington, DC.

Concert to benefit Bondi Beach victims canceled after Greek choir refuses to sing with Jews

Australian Jews have faced mass anti-Israel protests, exclusion from arts and other communities, and spasms of violence since Hamas’s October 7, 2023, attack on Israel and the resulting war in Gaza.

Community members gather outside of Bondi Pavilion at Bondi Beach, Sydney, following the deadly shooting on a Hanukkah party, Dec. 15, 2025.

Anti-Israel protesters shout 'child killers' at Oslo Independence Day celebration

Anti-Israel protesters disrupt an Israeli Independence Day celebration in Oslo, shouting violent chants like "child killers" and "Death to the IDF," prompting calls for police action.

Israeli Independence Day celebration in Oslo, Norway. April 26, 2026.

Understanding global criticism of Israel through historical, theological lenses - opinion

How history, religion, and ideology shape global views of Israel and Jewish sovereignty.

An Israeli flag flutters, with Ma'aleh Adumim is visible in the background, in the West Bank, August 14, 2025.

Canadian Jewish schools hit with CRA complaint over alleged support for Israeli military

A CRA complaint accuses 11 Jewish schools of aiding foreign military recruitment and violating charity rules.

Boys in the hallway at Jewish day school

Hungary’s political shift and what it means for Israel, European Jewry - opinion

In the wake of Hungary’s political turnaround, it is worth examining these evolving alignments and possibilities from both the Israeli and Hungarian perspectives.

Election winner Peter Magyar speaks during a press conference in Budapest, Hungary, April 20, 2026.

Herzog meets Kazakhstan's Jewish community, hails important role during diplomatic visit

President says trip could boost Israel–Central Asia relations as he tours innovation hub and meets local leadership.

President Isaac Herzog during his visit to Kazakhstan on April 28, 2026.