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Anas Saleh, a 24-year-old Staten Island resident, was arrested in New York for attempting to coerce Zionists to identify themselves on a subway car during an anti-Israel protest.
Progressives in New York, from politicians like AOC to cultural figures like the director of the Brooklyn Museum, are beginning to acknowledge the presence of antisemitism within progressive circles.
In May, the NYPD recorded 55 antisemitic incidents, the highest since November, with a notable increase from the previous year.
Pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University have erected a new encampment, Revolt for Rafah, to coincide with alumni reunions, displaying banners demanding divestment from Israeli companies and an end to the war in Gaza.
The NYPD will enhance security for an upcoming Israel parade in New York City amid tensions related to the Gaza war and increased antisemitism, deploying various measures including drones, canine units, and mounted police.
A man was arrested and charged with hate crimes after he aimed his car at Orthodox Jews in Brooklyn, with witnesses reporting that antisemitic slurs were shouted during the attack.
A recent poll in New York State revealed that while a majority of New Yorkers support peaceful demonstrations for those suffering in Gaza and an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict, they believe recent pro-Palestinian protests on campuses crossed into antisemitism and justified police intervention.
Anthony P. DEsposito, a Republican Congressman representing New York's 4th Congressional District, has been vocal in his support for Israel, emphasizing the importance of strong leadership and resources to combat anti-Semitism and support Jewish causes.
Reuven Kahane, a New York real estate developer and Orthodox rabbi, was arrested and charged with assault in the 2nd degree for allegedly attacking pro-Palestinian protesters at a demonstration outside Columbia University.
Former NYPD police officer and Florida political influencer John Cardillo stood up against pro-Hamas sympathizers at a Fort Lauderdale restaurant, leading to a social media backlash and calls for a boycott of the establishment.
Several New York City synagogues and cultural institutions, including Congregation Rodeph Sholom, Congregation Beit Simchat Torah, Chabad of Midtown, and Brooklyn Heights Synagogue, received emailed bomb threats on a Saturday, although they were deemed not credible by the police.
Protesters participating in the Gaza Solidarity Encampments at universities in the U.S. are being trained in militancy through manuals that promote tactics like breaking laws, seizing buildings, and evading arrest.
Administrators at various universities, including Columbia, have taken harsh measures against student protesters seeking divestment from Israel, leading to hundreds of arrests and clashes with police.
During the recent police clearing of pro-Palestinian protesters at Columbia University, it was revealed that over 25% of the 112 arrested individuals at Hamilton Hall were not affiliated with the university.
The article discusses the recent events at Columbia University, particularly the involvement of the NYPD to remove pro-Palestinian student protesters from campus, leading to criticism of the university's handling of the situation.
The article discusses New York Mayor Eric Adams' decision to send NYPD riot police to Columbia University and CUNY campuses to address protests.
Dozens of student anti-Israel protesters at Columbia University in New York City were arrested by police and removed from Hamilton Hall after barricading themselves inside with banners supporting the Intifada.
Police raided Columbia University's building occupied by pro-Palestinian students, resulting in dozens of arrests and a lockdown at the school's Jewish center.
Jonathan Schanzer discusses the Israeli strike on Iran and its potential impact on deterrence in the Middle East, suggesting it could be a significant moment in the region's history.
A mass protest erupted at Columbia University over the Israel-Hamas conflict, leading to more than 100 arrests and student suspensions.
Isra Hirsi, the daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar, has been suspended from Barnard College for participating in anti-Israel protests at Columbia University, leading to her and two other students being informed of their suspension.
New York City Mayor Eric Adams reaffirmed his strong support for Israel during a roundtable discussion with Jewish media outlets, standing by his stance amid growing calls for a ceasefire in Gaza.
Antisemitic incidents in New York City saw a significant rise in March with 43 reported cases, doubling from February's 17 incidents and marking the highest for the year.
In February, the NYPD reported a decline in antisemitic crimes in New York City, with 17 incidents compared to higher numbers in the months following the Oct. 7 attack on Israel.
A Jewish man was attacked in Staten Island by a man wielding a baseball bat who called him a "dirty Jew," according to police.