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The U.S. announced it will revoke Colombian President Gustavo Petro's visa after he called for U.S. soldiers to disobey orders during a pro-Palestinian rally, criticizing U.S. and Israeli policies and urging disobedience among soldiers, which the State Department labeled as reckless and incendiary.
A Jewish Columbia student, Elisha “Lishi” Baker, was assaulted and nearly burned at a pro-Palestinian rally in NYC after a protester set his American flag on fire and kicked him in the stomach while chanting "kill yourself." Baker and his friend attended the rally to observe the reaction to the American flag and were met with hostility, including chants of "genocide supporters" and being told they were "not welcome." The students documented the anti-American sentiment at the rally and filed a police report, with one protester being arrested on assault charges. Despite experiencing antisemitism on campus, the students plan to continue their fight against hatred and for change.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson defended Alderman Byron Sigcho-Lopez's right to speak at a pro-Palestinian rally where an American flag was burned, calling it "morally reprehensible and irresponsible" to repudiate him. At least 15 aldermen have called for a special meeting to vote on removing Sigcho-Lopez as chair of the City Council Housing Committee, but Johnson refused to condemn him, stating that it's disturbing to debate protected speech in America. Sigcho-Lopez's colleagues have called on the mayor to reprimand him, but he has defended the rally and the veteran who burned the flag, refusing to apologize.
Italy's President Sergio Mattarella denounced rising antisemitism and expressed support for the Jewish people during a Holocaust Remembrance Day overshadowed by Israel's military campaign in Gaza. He condemned the complicity of Italians under Fascism in the deportation of Jews and called for fundamental human rights to be respected everywhere. Pro-Palestinian activists were ordered to postpone a rally in Rome scheduled for the actual day of Holocaust Remembrance, with concerns raised about the co-opting of the Holocaust memory by anti-Israel forces. Antisemitic episodes in Italy hit an unprecedented high last year, with 454 incidents reported, and there were instances of pro-Palestinian advocates using the memory of the Holocaust against Israel and Jews.
A protest in West Hartford organized by pro-Palestinian groups resulted in vandalism to a building on LaSalle Road, with signs and red spray paint being used to deface the exterior. The rally, attended by around 150 people, was organized by American Muslims for Palestine Connecticut Chapter, UConn Students for Justice in Palestine, and We Will Return Palestine. West Hartford Police are actively investigating the incident and have not made any arrests as of early Sunday evening.
Actor Alec Baldwin was involved in a heated confrontation with a protester at a pro-Palestinian rally in New York City. Video footage shows Baldwin engaging in a tense exchange before being escorted away by police. The details leading up to the incident remain unclear.
Pro-Palestinian protestors gathered in Philadelphia demanding a permanent cease-fire in Gaza, but their actions outside the Jewish restaurant Goldie drew criticism from local and federal leaders, who called it a "blatant act of antisemitism." The protestors shouted antisemitic remarks and left pro-Palestinian stickers on the restaurant's doors. Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro and the White House condemned the incident, emphasizing that targeting businesses because they are Jewish-owned is despicable and unjustifiable. The owner of Goldie, Michael Solomonov, has been supportive of the community and had announced donations to a nonprofit emergency medical service during the Israel-Hamas war.
Actress Susan Sarandon has apologized for her comments at a pro-Palestinian rally last month, where she suggested that Jewish Americans were experiencing what it feels like to be a Muslim in the country. Her talent agency dropped her following the remarks. Sarandon expressed regret for diminishing the history of antisemitism and hurting people with her comment, stating that her intention was to show solidarity against bigotry. The incident comes amidst a larger controversy involving actress Melissa Barrera being fired from Scream VII over perceived antisemitic Instagram posts, and a letter signed by 1,300 actors and artists accusing cultural institutions of censoring those speaking out for Palestine.
Actress Susan Sarandon has apologized for her remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally last month, where she compared the fear felt by Jews to that experienced by Muslims in the United States. Her comments drew criticism and led to her agency, United Talent Agency, dropping her as a client. Sarandon expressed regret for diminishing the history of antisemitism and acknowledged the long-standing discrimination and religious violence faced by Jews. She stated that her intention was to show solidarity against bigotry but admitted to failing in doing so. Sarandon, known for her activism and iconic roles, has been involved in progressive causes throughout her career.
Actress Susan Sarandon has apologized for her comments made at a pro-Palestinian rally in November, where she suggested that people feeling afraid of being Jewish were "getting a taste of what it feels like to be a Muslim in this country." Sarandon acknowledged that her phrasing was a "terrible mistake" and expressed regret for diminishing the reality of discrimination and religious violence faced by Jews. Following her remarks, Sarandon was dropped by her talent agency UTA.
United Talent Agency has dropped actor Susan Sarandon as a client following her comments about the Israel-Hamas war. Sarandon had been criticized for her remarks at a pro-Palestinian rally in New York, where she called for a cease-fire and compared the experiences of Jews and Muslims in the United States. The decision comes as the entertainment industry grapples with how to respond to the ongoing conflict.
Inna Vernikov, a Brooklyn councilwoman, will not face charges after bringing an unloaded and inoperable pistol to a pro-Palestinian rally at Brooklyn College. While she had a permit for the weapon, openly carrying firearms is not allowed in New York State. Prosecutors dismissed the charges, stating that the gun was incapable of firing bullets. Vernikov, a conservative Republican, was re-elected to a second term in November and has presented herself as a fighter against antisemitism. Her arrest drew condemnation from various groups, including calls for her resignation.
A pro-Palestinian rally held on Armistice Day in the UK has been criticized as an insult to British society and a threat to the local Jewish community. Over 300,000 people participated in the rally, which turned violent and resulted in numerous arrests. Jewish and British leaders argue that these protests are often opposed to the principles of a free society and aim to intimidate British Jewry. The violence and antisemitism displayed during the protests highlight the clash between pro-Palestinian activism and the national memory of military heroism.
A pro-Palestinian rally near President Joe Biden's home in Wilmington, Delaware reflects "growing anger among a certain portion of the American population" over his handling of the conflict, according to CNN senior White House reporter Kevin Liptak.
Over 20,000 people participated in a pro-Palestinian rally in Brussels, demanding a ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and expressing solidarity with Palestinians. Protesters held signs calling for an end to the alleged genocide and the arrest of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for war crimes. Similar demonstrations took place in London and Paris, with thousands of people demanding a ceasefire in Gaza.