Rotterdam, South Holland, Netherlands

Who is the new ‘terror group’ claiming responsibility for antisemitic attacks in Europe?

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 24 Mar

A new group, Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamiya (HAYI), has emerged, claiming responsibility for a spate of antisemitic and anti-Western attacks across Europe that have not resulted in injuries, including incidents in Belgium, the Netherlands, and the UK.

0 Antisemitism History

The Many Faces of Jew-Hate

The Editors in The Free Press · 20 Mar

The editorial reflects on the recent surge in antisemitism following the October 7 attacks by Hamas on Israel.

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Amsterdam Jewish school bombed, in 2nd attack in days on Dutch Jewish institution

Philissa Cramer in JTA · 16 Mar

A Jewish school in Amsterdam was bombed, marking the second attack on a Dutch Jewish institution within two days.

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The School My Grandfather Built Was Bombed in Amsterdam

Pini Dunner in Tablet · 16 Mar

Pini Dunner reflects on the recent bombing outside the Cheider school in Amsterdam, a school founded by his grandfather Uri Yehuda Adje Cohen.

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After attacks, Jewish security watchdogs warn of ‘most elevated and complex threat environment’ in recent history

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 15 Mar

Following a series of attacks on synagogues in North America and Europe, Jewish security organizations have raised concerns about a highly intensified threat environment.

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4 teens arrested in Rotterdam synagogue arson

Jackie Hajdenberg in Forward · 15 Mar

A fire set at a synagogue in Rotterdam marks the latest incident in a troubling series of attacks on Jewish institutions in Europe and North America.

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After attacks, Jewish security watchdogs warn of ‘most elevated and complex threat environment’ in recent history

JTA · 13 Mar

Recent attacks on Jewish institutions in North America and Europe signal an alarming escalation in threat levels, prompting Jewish security organizations to call for heightened security measures.

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4 teens arrested in Rotterdam synagogue arson claimed by group that said it attacked in Belgium

Jackie Hajdenberg in JTA · 13 Mar

In a troubling incident in Rotterdam, Dutch police arrested four teenagers suspected of committing arson at a synagogue.

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Rembrandt has been hailed for his love of the Jewish people — was it all a myth?

Noah Hirsch-Rechter in Forward · 19 Feb

Rembrandt's relationship with Jews, often touted as an example of philosemitism, is reexamined in a new exhibition at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.

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Shunned by the right, targeted by the left, Eva Illouz confronts antisemitism masquerading as academic freedom

Robert Zaretsky in Forward · 26 Nov 2025

Eva Illouz, a notable sociologist and public intellectual, recently faced antisemitic actions masked as anti-Zionist sentiment at the Erasmus School in Rotterdam.

0 Sports Politics

European soccer reportedly set to ban Israel over Gaza war, blocking it from World Cup qualification

Louis Keene in Forward · 26 Sep 2025

The European soccer governing body, UEFA, is reportedly considering a ban on Israel from international competition, which would block Israel from qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, due to the ongoing conflict in Gaza.

0 Culture Politics

Of course Superman is an immigrant — so why are Republicans mad about it?

PJ Grisar in Forward · 9 Jul 2025

Conservative media's backlash to director James Gunn's characterization of Superman as an immigrant underscores a recurring cultural debate over inclusion in superhero stories.

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He was one of the greatest Jewish soccer players who ever lived — pity you probably haven't heard of him

Dan Friedman in Forward · 7 Jul 2025

Rinus Isral, a Jewish Dutch footballer, was a significant figure in soccer history despite limited recognition.

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Amsterdam's mayor says the violence wasn't a pogrom. Dutch Jewish leaders agree, but demand protection

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 19 Nov 2024

The episode explores the aftermath of a violent incident involving mobs targeting Jewish tourists in Amsterdam, paralleling the 86th anniversary of Kristallnacht.

0 Sports Holocaust

How a Holocaust survivor helped make Bayern Munich a soccer powerhouse

Julian Voloj in Forward · 13 Jul 2022

Bayern Munich, now a titan of German soccer, owes much of its success to Kurt Landauer, a Jewish pioneer who served as the club's president both before and after surviving the Holocaust.

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How The Holocaust Swept Away The Jews At The Heart Of European Soccer

Forward · 26 Jan 2018

The article by Dave Rich explores the overlooked history of Jewish contributions to European soccer, particularly through the story of Hakoah Vienna, a Jewish club that dominated Austrian soccer before being dismantled by the Nazis.

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