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Sunday, September 21, 2025

New Jewish gun club with NY chapters features bullets and bagels as Oct. 7 date nears 

They're packing heat – and some nosh.

A new Jewish-owned and -operated shooting club is catering to communal safety concerns ahead of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year that begins Monday at sundown.

Plenty of ammo is in the offing — along with bagels and schmear to kick off every session.

"Lox & Loaded was born out of necessity, sadly," said Ian Friedman, a rep for the national member-based club, which has three thriving New York chapters.

Friedman told The Post that Lox & Loaded's national tactical firearms training has quickly become an appetizing option for those seeking safety — specifically around Jewish holidays and generally since Hamas' devastating Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel that launched the ongoing war in Gaza and a relentless stream of antisemitism across the country and globe.

https://nypost.com/2025/09/21/us-news/new-jewish-gun-club-lox-amp-loaded-readies-for-oct-7-date/

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Friday, September 19, 2025

Three-quarters of Jewish students hide identity on campus, global survey warns 

A new report by the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and the World Union of Jewish Students (WUJS) surveyed 1,727 students in more than 60 countries during the last academic year. It found that 78 percent conceal their Jewish identity and 81 percent hide their Zionist identity in university settings.

UJS president Louis Danker told Jewish News the findings mirror the experiences of students across the UK: "The recent WUJS survey findings are distressing, but sadly familiar. At UJS, we know many Jewish students shy away from campus spaces where antisemitism has become normalised. However, Jewish Societies around the country continue to provide a place where Jewish students can express their identity with pride.

"This year, UJS will be supporting Jewish students to showcase Jewish campus life to their peers, from interfaith work to our flagship 'Jewish Experience Week' in February. We will also continue to advocate strongly to universities, student unions and government, to ensure that Jewish students no longer have to hide their identity."

The global study also revealed widespread fear and isolation: one in three respondents said they knew Jewish peers who had been physically threatened, and nearly one in five knew students who had been attacked. Orthodox students faced twice the rate of discrimination compared to others, while Jewish women were significantly more likely than men to conceal their identity.

WUJS president Josh Cohen said: 'Since 7 October, Jewish students around the world have been speaking to the rise in antisemitism and ostracization in their regions. This survey only further highlights how striking the treatment of Jewish students is on campus."

The report recommended that universities adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism, appoint coordinators to support Jewish and Israeli students, and implement clear accommodation policies for religious observance.

ADL senior vice president of international affairs, Marina Rosenberg, added: "This survey exposes a devastating reality: Jewish students across the globe are being forced to hide fundamental aspects of their identity just to feel safe on campus. When over three-quarters of Jewish students feel they must conceal their religious and Zionist identity for their own safety, the situation is nothing short of dire."

https://www.jewishnews.co.uk/three-quarters-of-jewish-students-hide-identity-on-campus-global-survey-warns/

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Wednesday, September 17, 2025

Man who assaulted Hasidic Jewish father found not criminally responsible 

A 24-year-old man who assaulted a Hasidic Jewish father in front of his three young children at a Montreal park has been found not criminally responsible.

The ruling, made by a Quebec Court judge Monday, comes after a psychiatric assessment found that Sergio Yanes Preciado was suffering from a mental disorder, likely schizophrenia, at the time of the attack and was incapable of understanding that his actions were wrong.

Preciado had been charged with one count of assault causing bodily harm after the Aug. 8 attack in the Parc-Extension neighbourhood, which was captured on video by a witness.

The victim, 32, was walking in Dickie-Moore Park with his three young children when Preciado sprayed water at him, according to the psychiatric assessment. The father then advanced toward Preciado, seeking an explanation.

Preciado is then alleged to have pushed his victim and struck him in the face until he fell to the ground. Preciado then struck the victim in the neck and head with his fists, knees and feet, the report says.

Preciado, who said nothing during the attack, then took the man's kippah, which had fallen on the ground, and threw it into a splash pad, according to police reports and images referenced in the psychiatric report.

https://www.montrealgazette.com/news/local-crime/article1174165.html

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Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Restrictions and enhanced security measures introduced in Uman due to arrival of Hasidim 

In Uman, from September 15, in connection with the arrival of Hasidim for the traditional annual pilgrimage, enhanced security measures are being introduced. The Uman City Council has reported this on Facebook.


"Security in Uman: the police are strengthening measures. From Monday, September 15, enhanced security measures related to the traditional annual pilgrimage are being introduced in Uman," the message says.


In particular, a special entry and exit regime is being introduced in the city again. The entry of vehicles will be prohibited in certain areas:

  • from the M-30 highway to Derevianka and Horikhova streets;
  • from the village of Rodnykivka - to Pavlova street.


Travel will be allowed with increased control in the following directions:

  • from the M-30 and M-05 highways - on Derevianka, Internatsionalna, Mykhailivska, Vokzalna, Vyzvolyteliv streets;
  • from the villages of Horodetske and Rodnykivka - on Horodetska, Maksyma Zalizniaka and Kyivska streets.


Important: entry to Vyzvolyteliv street is allowed only to Hasidic pilgrims.


It is also reported that local governments have introduced a number of restrictions: the sale of alcohol and pyrotechnics is prohibited, traffic control has been introduced at the entrances to the city, and traffic on certain sections of roads is being regulated.


As the Ukrainian News agency earlier reported, Israel and Ukraine have agreed on security measures for the visit of tens of thousands of pilgrims arriving in Uman to celebrate Rosh Hashanah.


As a reminder, on August 31, The Times of Israel reported that Ukraine was planning to ban this year's pilgrimage to Uman due to the deteriorating security situation.


https://ukranews.com/en/amp/news/1105887-restrictions-and-enhanced-security-measures-introduced-in-uman-due-to-arrival-of-hasidim-what-is


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Monday, September 15, 2025

Jewish Family Fears London Doctor’s Antisemitism Influenced Their Disabled Son’s Treatment 

In London, an investigation has started into a doctor after the family of a disabled Jewish boy uncovered her long trail of antisemitic social media writings, another expression of an ongoing trend of antisemitic bigotry manifesting in medical settings.


Dr. Ellen Kriesels works as a consultant pediatrician at Whittington Health NHS Trust and serves as clinical lead for community pediatrics. She has been suspended pending a formal inquiry, according to British media reports. The family — who remains unnamed — cares for a son who lives with cerebral palsy and multiple other conditions. Members of the boy's family told The Times they were "horrified" that a physician treating him had publicly claimed that "virtually every Jew has some feelings of supremacy" and that "world Jewry" was complicit in "slaughtering Palestinians."


Kriesels attended an anti-Israel rally in London on Sept. 6 carrying a placard that paired the Star of David with words such as "rape," "steal," and "kill." On her X account she alleged that Israel's actions in Gaza proved Jews "slaughter Palestinians precisely because they are not Jewish," while writing that one should understand the Hamas terrorists killed during the Oct. 7, 2023, massacre across southern Israel as "oppressed resistance fighters."


The boy's parents had already grown apprehensive after confronting Kriesels about her choice to wear a pro-Palestinian lanyard during an appointment. They filed a fresh complaint when they discovered she had failed to refer their son for specialist treatment as part of his transition to adult care. They argued the lapse, coupled with her public antisemitism, raised urgent questions about the safety of the patients under her care.


The child's father identified himself as "Brian" but chose not to reveal his last name to The Times.


"I am horrified that according to the logic of this doctor, set out in public statements, that because my paraplegic, non-verbal son is brought up in a Jewish household that he harbors genocidal intentions and believes himself superior," he said. "This is factually impossible and profoundly discriminatory. A professional who publicly expresses such views cannot be regarded as safe to work with vulnerable children or adults. It is deeply concerning that she was permitted to be involved in my son's care."


Whittington Health apologized to the family, saying the doctor was not currently scheduled to work, while the General Medical Council confirmed it had started to review the case. "Antisemitism has no place in health care," a spokesperson said. Britain's health department also condemned the remarks, promising zero tolerance for hate inside the National Health Service.


https://www.algemeiner.com/2025/09/15/jewish-family-fears-london-doctors-antisemitism-influenced-their-disabled-sons-treatment/


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Sunday, September 14, 2025

Ukraine and Israel coordinate security for Hasidic pilgrims in Uman 

A security plan has been prepared for Hasidic pilgrims visiting Uman for Rosh Hashanah, according to the Ukrainian Embassy in Israel.


A meeting took place yesterday, September 11, between Israel's Minister of National Security and Knesset member Itamar Ben Gvir and Ukraine's Ambassador to Israel, Yevgen Korniychuk.


A constructive and effective plan was agreed upon. The initiative includes deploying dozens of police officers, paramedics, and volunteers, including members of the ultra-Orthodox community, to ensure the safety and well-being of the tens of thousands of worshippers expected to arrive in Uman for Rosh Hashanah.


As part of the preparations, full security coordination was agreed upon, along with the creation of a special medical and security network in cooperation with Ukraine's Chief Rabbi, Rabbi Moshe Reuven Asman. His teams will operate at border crossings and on-site to guarantee the pilgrims' safety.


https://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/world/ukraine-and-israel-coordinate-security-for-hasidic-pilgrims-in-uman/ar-AA1MnsUF


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Friday, September 12, 2025

Orthodox couple attacked in Venice as antisemitic incidents in Europe raise anxiety for Jews and Israelis 

The mayor of Venice has condemned an alleged attack on American Orthodox Jews who said they were targeted by a group that shouted "free Palestine" and then proceeded to slap them.


The American couple, who were reportedly wearing traditional Orthodox clothing, were walking through Venice on Sunday night when the incident took place, according to Italian news agency AGI.


Three of the assailants, who were believed to be of North African origin, were apprehended, with two receiving expulsion orders and a third being deported, according to AGI.


"Venice is and must continue to be an open, welcoming, and safe city, where mutual respect forms the foundation of civil coexistence. The aggression suffered by two American citizens of Jewish faith is a serious and unacceptable act, which I condemn with the utmost firmness," Venice Mayor Luigi Brugnaro said in a post on X


https://www.jta.org/2025/09/11/israel/orthodox-couple-attacked-in-venice-as-antisemitic-incidents-in-europe-raise-anxiety-for-jews-and-israelis


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Tuesday, September 09, 2025

New demands from Moldova complicate Uman agreement 

Israel's plans to establish a temporary terminal in Moldova for Breslov Hasidim traveling to Uman are facing difficulties after Chisinau presented new demands.

Israel proposed a budget of 10 million shekels to set up the temporary terminal in Moldova, through which the Hasidim are expected to pass on their way to Rabbi Nachman's grave in Uman for Rosh Hashanah. However, the talks stalled after Moldova added two key requirements.


The new demands include immediate payment prior to the flight dates, as well as leaving the equipment funded by Israel in the country after the event concludes. These conditions complicate the planned agreement and raise concerns on the Israeli side.


In light of the difficulties in negotiations with Moldova, Israeli officials are considering increasing entry through Ukraine via alternative routes, primarily through Romania. This route may require broader coordination with Romanian and Ukrainian authorities.


https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/414508



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Monday, September 08, 2025

The Haredi soldier vs. the extremists at the Western Wall: 'I came out strengthened' 

Mendel Roth, a haredi soldier in the Hashmonaim Brigade, shared today (Monday) a personal story that took place last night at the Western Wall in Jerusalem.

Rata explained that after arriving to say Selichot prayers, about ten Hasidic boys gathered around him, showing interest in military service in the brigade. He said, "Over time, a few extremists noticed and started causing trouble. They tried to pull the boys away, but they refused to leave."

Later, Roth said, the extremists approached a rabbi sitting in the inner plaza and returned with a claim that there is a halachic ruling to expel him from the area. "At that moment, the boys stood around me, hugged me, and stood firm against the extremists," he wrote.

Roth added that he approached the rabbi himself, "I went up to the rabbi and asked him, is it true that you commanded to expel a soldier who is going to defend the people of Israel from harm? He probably didn't expect to see a Hasidic soldier with a beard and sidelocks, and he told me, 'I didn't say to throw you out... I just said to talk to you... not to talk to the boys.' I told him, the Hashmonaim Brigade is a holy brigade that operates according to the ways of the Torah and holiness. But he was surrounded by the extremists who hurried to listen to the conversation. He answered me, 'I can't talk to you about this now,' turned his back, and sat facing the Western Wall. I went to sleep with mixed feelings."

"I don't think all the extremists are liars," Roth continued. "Some of them mean well and are genuinely convinced that the whole purpose here is to secularize and lead people away from the Torah of Israel."

https://www.israelnationalnews.com/news/414595

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Friday, September 05, 2025

Israel said planning to spend $5.3 million to facilitate Hasidic pilgrimage to Ukraine 

Israel will spend an estimated NIS 20 million ($5.3 million) to enable tens of thousands of Hasidic Jews to travel to Uman, Ukraine in an annual pilgrimage to the grave of Hasidic leader Rabbi Nachman of Breslov over the Rosh Hashanah holiday in September, according to a Channel 12 report.

Of that, NIS 8.7 million ($2.6 million) alone will be spent on the construction of a temporary terminal in Chișinău, in neighboring Moldova, which is expected to process some 500 pilgrims per hour.

Due to the war in Ukraine, most pilgrims will have to travel via Moldova.

Beyond that, expenses for food, policing, and security are expected to total around NIS 7 million ($1.9 million). Israel will send a support team of 90 security guards during flights, 24 police officers, and 50 translators.

The funds will be transferred directly from Israel to the Moldovan government, which demanded that Israel fund the terminal's construction and provide security and logistical support as conditions for its cooperation.

According to a Hebrew media report in August, Israel had until September 3 to transfer the full amount for the operation to the Moldovan government, or it would not be allowed to proceed.

https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/israel-said-planning-to-spend-5-3-million-to-facilitate-hasidic-pilgrimage-to-ukraine/

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Thursday, September 04, 2025

Adelphi University finds professor created ‘hostile environment’ against Jews 

Adelphi University stated on Aug. 15 that an investigation found "sufficient evidence" that one of the private, Garden City, N.Y. school's professors "created a hostile environment for Adelphi's Jewish community" via the professor's "personal social media posts."

The Louis D. Brandeis Center for Human Rights Under Law announced the university's decision on Thursday and shared a redacted letter from the university. The university didn't appear to have publicized its finding at press time.

The Brandeis Center had filed a complaint against the professor, whom it named as Sarah Eltabib, an associate teaching professor in the university's college of arts and sciences.

Bobbie Dell'Aquilo, chief communications officer for Adelphi, told JNS that the school "does not comment on personnel matters."

Eltabib is a faculty adviser to the school's Students for Justice in Palestine chapter and a member of the university's bias response team. Adelphia said in its letter that the faculty member had "leadership positions with SJP and the BRT," which in connection with the professor's "social media posts, contribute to that hostile environment." (JNS sought comment from Eltabib).

"Since the Oct. 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attack in Israel, Prof. Eltabib waged a campaign of ethnic hatred that encompassed a cornucopia of unlawful antisemitic and national origin discrimination," the Brandeis Center stated.

The center said the professor denied that Israeli women were raped on Oct. 7, blamed "the Jewish state for crises such as American homeslessness and budget cuts to the L.A. Fire Department that hurt victims of the L.A. wildfires" and promoted "conspiracy theories blaming Israel for the United States' TikTok ban and describing Israel as the source of 'all censorship and attacks on free speech.'"

"This is the second time in a month that Adelphi has acknowledged that Jewish students were subjected to a hostile environment, this time by one of their own professors," said Kenneth Marcus, chairman and CEO of the Brandeis Center and former U.S. assistant secretary of education for civil rights.

"Schools have been far too slow to address faculty abuse on campus, creating a climate of fear for Jewish students," he stated. "It is high time they realize that ignoring antisemitism will not make it go away."

The center asked the university to bar the professor from serving as a faculty adviser to any student group and remove her from the bias response team. It also said that Adelphi should monitor the professor's social media posts.

On Aug. 7, the university placed its Students for Justice in Palestine chapter on disciplinary probation for a year after determining that "it would be reasonable to infer" that Jews who saw the group's social media posts "may feel targeted or unsafe."

https://www.jns.org/adelphi-university-finds-professor-created-hostile-environment-against-jews/

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"Holocaust 2025": Jewish Shop in Prague Targeted With Anti-Semitic Graffiti 

Police say they are investigating the case, but the perpetrator remains unidentified.

The most recent attack was discovered early Tuesday morning, when staff arrived to find phrases such as "Fascists" and "Holocaust 2025" spray-painted in blue across the shop window and walls.

Although no one has directly confronted the vandal, security cameras have repeatedly filmed him arriving in the early hours, usually between 4:00 and 5:00 a.m. In the most recent footage, the man appears wearing a sombrero and staring into the lens for several seconds.

Earlier recordings showed the same man urinating on the store's entrance. While the graffiti has been consistent, the shop has not sustained structural damage beyond paint on the walls and windows.

Despite the clear footage, police have yet to detain a suspect. "In the last month we have recorded three incidents of spray-painting at a store on Belgická Street. They are being investigated as property damage," Prague police spokesperson Jan Rybanský said. If the offender is caught and convicted, he could face up to three years in prison.

The chairman of Prague's Jewish community, Pavel Král, condemned the attack. "This is a completely unacceptable act that crosses all boundaries," he said.

Král noted that such incidents have risen across Czechia since the outbreak of the conflict in Gaza.

He urged victims and witnesses to report all anti-Semitic attacks to the police or directly to the Federation of Jewish Communities of the Czech Republic, which tracks hate crimes.

https://praguemorning.cz/jewish-shop-vandalized-prague/

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Monday, September 01, 2025

Belgian doctor writes 'Jewish' on nine-year-old patient's medical report 

A Belgian radiologist wrote "Jewish" under the medical issues section of a patient's Emergency Department report. This was first revealed when a censored version of the letter circulated on social media on Sunday.

The radiologist, Dr. Qassim Arkawazy at AZ Zeno Campus Knokke-Heist hospital, filled out the report for the patient, who is nine years old and was experiencing "trauma pain in the left forearm."

Underneath the section "current problem," Arkawazy wrote "Pain in the left forearm, fell from the climbing structure to the ground; a man fell on top of her" and subsequently "Jewish (Israeli)."

https://www.jpost.com/diaspora/antisemitism/article-865968


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