Shira Li Bartov

Demonstration for Nakba Day triggers outcry from local Jews, who call it a ‘mockery of victims of the Holocaust'; many activists accused of ‘holding antisemitic positions'

“I promise all our enemies, this is only the beginning,” Bezalel Smotrich said.

Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich holds a press conference at the Finance Ministry in Jerusalem, May 19, 2026. (Yonatan Sindel/Flash90)

Two Jewish men may be charged with assault and performing illegal circumcisions because they lacked licensed medical credentials.

Two Jewish men may be charged with assault and performing illegal circumcisions because they lacked licensed medical credentials

Uncertainty around the U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement complicates diplomatic efforts.

Negotiations are scheduled to focus on the “political track” next Tuesday and Wednesday, with the aim of lasting calm.

The Met called the footage a case of "antisemitic verbal abuse."

Helen Mirren plays Golda Meir in the biopic about Israel's first female prime minister. Photo by Jaspar Wolf By Shira Li Bartov

Israeli and U.S. officials have also accused Belgium of targeting Jews for practicing their faith.