Antisemitism is hostility towards or prejudice against the Jewish people. Since biblical times, Jews experienced periods in which they were persecuted for refusing to adopt the religion and culture of the ruling societies in which they lived. The rise of Christianity and perception of Jews as rejectors of Jesus led to a rise in antisemitism.
University officials and police came under harsh criticism from California Governor Gavin Newsom and others for how they responded to the confrontation.
One of the suspects had been shot and captured earlier in May, by police after a raid on the man's apartment became violent.
The 16-year-old boy is reportedly "alright," and claims to have grown accustomed to the frequent incidences of antisemitism in his neighborhood.
UK Jewish organizations published on social media videos of protesters waving Israeli and British flags as anti-Israel activists retreated.
Retired General Rick Hillier criticized Canadian leadership for failing to combat antisemitism and fostering hate, warning this inaction threatens all Canadians and societal unity.
University leaders faced intense scrutiny on Capitol Hill for their handling of antisemitism and campus protests since October 7, addressing violence and controversial administrative responses.
"The UK is a very good place to be Jewish, and all things being well, it should be, but we're going to have to just be that much more activist to make sure it remains that way."
British police arrested about a dozen Oxford University students during a pro-Palestinian sit-in, where protesters called for divestment from companies linked to Israel.
The Community Security Trust said that it was "appalled by the disgraceful graffiti on the Phoenix Cinema today."
The joint effort is an expression of American Jewish political solidarity not seen in years.
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