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DePaul University Under Scrutiny for Failing to Protect Jewish Students Amid Escalating Campus Antisemitism

Chicago, IL – Tensions are high at DePaul University following a surge of antisemitic incidents that have shaken its campus community and sparked legal action. Among these incidents were violent attacks against Jewish students, which many see as a reflection of a broader, troubling trend in higher education. In the heart of this storm are Max Long and Michael Kaminsky, two DePaul students who have become the faces of Jewish civil rights advocacy on campus. …

Haaretz.com: Your Premier Source for In-Depth News and Expert Opinions on Israel, the Middle East, and Jewish Global Affairs

Tel Aviv, Israel – As the digital arm of the prestigious Haaretz Newspaper, Haaretz.com offers comprehensive coverage and insightful commentary on pertinent issues surrounding Israel, the Middle East, and the global Jewish community. Launched to provide English-speaking readers around the world with accessible and reliable news, this platform extends the reach of the newspaper’s esteemed journalistic heritage. Through its detailed analyses, Haaretz.com tackles the complexities of regional politics, societal changes, and cultural shifts, often bringing …

Haaretz.com: Your Premier Source for In-Depth Coverage on Israel, the Middle East, and Jewish Global Affairs

Tel Aviv, Israel – Haaretz.com stands as a vital online platform, offering its English-speaking readership a comprehensive insight into current events in Israel, the broader Middle East, and issues concerning the Jewish community worldwide. As an extension of the Hebrew Haaretz Newspaper, one of Israel’s most prestigious publications, the website serves as a crucial link between Israel and the global audience, providing timely news analysis and a spectrum of opinions that paint a detailed picture …

Twin Explosions Near Israeli Embassy in Copenhagen Trigger Security Boost, Jewish School Shuts Amid Investigation

COPENHAGEN, Denmark — Authorities in Copenhagen reported a pair of blasts near the Israeli Embassy early Wednesday, setting the city on high alert with an intensive investigation underway. The explosions prompted the immediate closure of a local Jewish school, though there were no injuries reported from the incidents. Officers heavily armed and accompanied by search dogs and forensic teams, sealed off the affected area to comb for clues. Despite the close proximity of the blasts …

Florida Man Sentenced to Decade Behind Bars for Hate-Fueled Assault on Jewish Teenagers

Miami, FL — A Florida man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison following an attack on a group of Jewish teenagers in what authorities described as a hate crime. The incident, which took place last year, involved the assailant targeting the youths explicitly because of their faith outside a bagel shop in Miami. The man, identified as 30-year-old Michael Stevenson, was found guilty of hate crime charges after evidence presented in court showed …

Greece Outrages Over Assault on Israeli Visitor Wrongly Identified as Jewish

Athens, Greece — The Greek government has unequivocally condemned a recent incident in which assailants attacked an Israeli tourist after mistakenly identifying him as Jewish, mistaking his religious identity. The assault, which has stirred concerns about anti-Semitic violence in the country, involved the tourist being accosted and beaten by offenders who targeted him based on a presumption about his faith. Authorities stated that the incident occurred last week in a bustling district of Athens, popular …

Amidst Violence and Protests, Jewish Community Strongly Considers Aliyah at Los Angeles Event

Los Angeles, CA — In the wake of a violent attack on a synagogue in Los Angeles last week that sparked widespread condemnation from local to national leaders, a deeper narrative unfolds, shedding light on a growing trend among American Jews. Amid the outcry, President Joe Biden and other officials voiced their strong denunciations. Simultaneously, a less visible yet significant movement is taking place, as many Jews are increasingly considering relocating to Israel. Gidon Katz, …

Outrage erupts with calls for violence against Jewish community following explosion in Rafah

RAFAH, Palestine – Following an explosion in Rafah, calls to murder Jews have sparked fear and outrage in the community. The blast has sent shockwaves through the city, leaving residents concerned about safety and security in the area. The incident, which occurred in a populated area of Rafah, has raised concerns about potential acts of violence and discrimination against the Jewish population. Authorities are currently investigating the explosion and working to ensure the safety of …

Terrorist Group Claims Responsibility for Murder of Jewish Businessman in Egypt

Alexandria, Egypt – A newly emerged terrorist group claimed responsibility for the murder of a Jewish businessman with Israeli, Ukrainian, and Canadian citizenship in Egypt. The organization cited Israeli military actions in Gaza and alleged ties to Mossad as the motives behind the attack. The Egyptian Interior Ministry initially labeled the incident as criminal, but the Vanguard of Liberation Group for Martyr Mohamed Salah contradicted this assertion, asserting the businessman’s assassination was a targeted act …

Man on Death Row Challenges Conviction Over Removal of Jewish Jurors

Hayward, California – A man convicted of a 1986 murder near the Hayward BART station is challenging his conviction and sentence after it was revealed that the prosecutor removed prospective jurors who were Jewish. This case is the first to go to court following revelations that Alameda County prosecutors had a pattern of removing Jewish and Black jurors from capital cases. The judge ordered a review of the cases after notes from the trial of …