Antisemitism
Lebanese-American suspect killed after ramming truck into Michigan synagogue
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A Lebanese-born U.S. citizen rammed a truck into Temple Israel in West Bloomfield, Michigan, on March 12, 2026, in a targeted act of violence against the Jewish community, according to the FBI. Synagogue security neutralized the suspect, Ayman Mohamad Ghazali, who died inside the burning vehicle amid reports of explosives and a rifle. No congregants or 140 preschool students were harmed, though one guard was injured.
Pro-Israel and Jewish Republican groups that previously opposed Brandon Herrera are sitting out his bid for Texas' 23rd congressional district. Herrera, a YouTuber and gun shop owner criticized for past videos, has gained endorsements from Trump and GOP leaders after his 2024 opponent dropped out. The groups cite his history but decline to back the Democratic nominee.
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Leaders of the Jewish Museum of Chile condemned the projection of swastikas onto the faces of President José Antonio Kast, Argentine President Javier Milei, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamín Netanyahu during a Lollapalooza presentation. They argue it trivializes the Holocaust and Nazi crimes.
Following the death of a far-right militant in Lyon on February 14, 2026, Jean-Luc Mélenchon, leader of La France insoumise, intensifies his populist strategy by positioning himself as the spearhead of an 'antifascist arc' against the Rassemblement national ahead of 2027. His recent statements in Lyon, deemed antisemitic by some, widen the rift with the rest of the left, while the far right calls for a front against him.
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During a municipal support meeting in Lyon on February 26, 2026, Jean-Luc Mélenchon joked about the pronunciation of Jeffrey Epstein's name, triggering widespread antisemitism accusations from political leaders across the spectrum. Former Prime Minister Dominique de Villepin condemned the remarks as an act of political irresponsibility, lamenting a sacrifice of the left. Mélenchon defended his words, accusing critics of inciting violence against La France insoumise.
Following antisemitism accusations, broadcaster RTL has removed a special episode of the „Stefan Raab Show“ from its streaming service RTL+. The segment about Jewish Jungle Camp participant Gil Ofarim was criticized for perpetuating stereotypes. RTL describes it as a misunderstanding and pledges more sensitive content.
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On the 81st anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, survivors warn of persistent antisemitism. Commemorations took place in Poland and Germany, focusing on the voices of survivors. Holocaust survivor Tova Friedman will speak in the Bundestag and uses TikTok to reach young people.
Conservative fired from religious liberty commission for pro-Palestinian stance
March 11, 2026 22:33Diane Richard recounts her disillusionment with feminism
March 04, 2026 23:27Marine Le Pen slams Mélenchon's Jewish name mockery as worse than her father's remarks
March 04, 2026 13:03PS escalates rift with LFI, rules out election pacts over Mélenchon remarks
March 02, 2026 14:40Maine Democrat Graham Platner faces third Nazi-related scandal
February 27, 2026 00:05Mélenchon accused of antisemitism after joking on Epstein pronunciation
February 13, 2026 09:26Emmanuel Macron denounces progressing antisemitic hydra
February 11, 2026 13:02Emmanuel Macron to plant oak at Élysée in tribute to Ilan Halimi
February 09, 2026 19:31Hotel employee speaks out on Ofarim accusations for first time
February 06, 2026 13:55Cardinal Dolan condemns antisemitism as opposed to Catholic faith