New York Jewish prayer community on Manhattan's Upper West Side
Mayor Mamdani has accused AIPAC of using 'millions in dark money' to protect pro-Israel leaders and has called the group 'monsters' for opposing a ceasefire in Gaza. His June 18 Brooklyn rally remarks have drawn sharp condemnation from Jewish leaders, who say the language risks stoking antisemitism as concerns about politically motivated violence persist.
A gunman has opened fire outside the Sons of Jacob synagogue in Belleville, Ontario, wounding a police officer; the suspect has died after hospitalisation. Ontarios SIU and Belleville police have opened investigations and police have increased patrols near places of worship. Separately, Reform synagogues in Jerusalem and other countries have reported repeated vandalism and harassment targeting LGBTQ-friendly and non-Orthodox communities.
As the High Holy Days approach, Jewish communities confront rising antisemitic threats and political tensions. Leaders urge preparedness over hope, while incidents and surveys show an uptick in fear and division since 9/11’s 25th anniversary.