Tag: BDS
ADL Calls on Google Shareholders to Oppose Anti-Israel Resolution
On April 17, 2024, Google terminated 28 employees who participated in a 10-hour sit-in to protest the company’s business ties with the Israeli government.
American Residents of Judea, Samaria Sue Biden Administration Over Sanctions
“U.S. citizens have a right to be heard and to challenge the government before the government takes action against them,” a lawyer for the plaintiffs told JNS.
Hotel in Italy Rejects Booking by Israelis, Claims They’re ‘Responsible for Genocide’
News of the rejection swiftly made its way on to social media.
Yesha Council Pushes for Gov’t Action Against ‘Settler Sanctions’
The list of countries imposing sanctions—the United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Norway, Canada, Japan, France and others—has grown in recent months.
25 Masked Pro-Hamas Thugs Disrupt California Liberal Arts College Convocation Ceremony
The protesters formed a circular procession in front of the building, while a news helicopter circled above.
Biden Sanctions More Israelis
The US is now sanctioning people and organizations that protect Jews from Arab terror. Where does this end?
MSCI Under Investigation for Allegedly Penalizing Israeli Banks that Operate in Judea, Samaria
“This is BDS. No doubt about it,” Richard Goldberg, of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, told JNS.
Colombia Cuts Coal Exports to Israel Over Gaza War
The Latin American country is the largest supplier of the fossil fuel to the Jewish state.
Anti-Israel Protests at Brooklyn Bridge, Chicago O’Hare, Golden Gate Bridge, Many Other Sites
A coordinated effort on April 15 (tax day) aimed to shut down economic activity at sites throughout the United States and in other countries.
Smith College Pro-Hamas Students End Administration Building Occupation, Occupy Lawn Instead
College President Willie-LeBreton proclaimed her support for BDS.
US Mulling Plans to Remove ‘Made in Israel’ from Judea-Samaria Products
It's clear the Biden Administration is working hard to increase pressure on Israel to accept plans to establish a sovereign Palestinian state.
They Have Tasted Blood
Predators disguised as “pro-Palestine” activists are on the prowl. But their prey are Jews.
Amnesty Israel Summoned to Finance Ministry Amid Calls to Strip Tax Benefits
According to Israeli Finance Ministry Director General Shlomi Heisler, the NGO has violated anti-boycott legislation.
US Sanctions Israeli ‘Settlers,’ But Won’t Reveal its Sources
The United States has blacklisted a total of seven Israelis pursuant to President Joe Biden’s Feb. 1 Executive Order, but will not reveal how it determined that they are "undermining peace, security and stability" in Judea and Samaria.
Israeli Officials Blast New Biden Admin Sanctions Over ‘Settler Violence’
Gush Etzion Regional Council mayor calls the sanctions "another scandalous decision from the chairman of Joe Biden's election campaign."
Israeli Burger Chains Go Kosher l’Mehadrin to Support War Effort
The initiative includes some branches of McDonald's, Burger Ranch and Burgerim, the Jewish state's largest chains.
NY Court Rejects Suit Against Unilever Over Ben & Jerry’s Israel boycott
A Michigan pension fund sued for compensation for a drop in shares' value.
The Hidden Danger of the US Visa Waiver Program
How will Israel deal with BDS activists that use the Visa Waiver to enter Israel...
US Appeals Court Dismisses Challenge to Texas Anti-BDS Law
Thirty-seven states across America have passed anti-BDS laws.
Ted Cruz: Biden Administration ‘Pathologically Obsessed with Undermining Israel’
The Texas senator criticized the White House for boycotting scientific and technological cooperation with Jews in Judea and Samaria.
Florida to Investigate Morningstar for Potential BDS Practices
A senior state board official told JNS meetings were held this week to understand the ramifications of Florida’s amended anti-BDS law.
Jewish Activists Demand CUNY Law Dean’s Ouster over Antisemitic Grad Speech
A coalition of Jewish legal groups has also urged the American Bar Association to consider stripping its accreditation from CUNY Law School.
Emulating Anti-Zionist Academia, Im Tirtzu Busts Talk by Jewish American Scholar
Right or wrong, Im Tirtzu imitated all the nasty things the left has been doing to us.
Israel Refuses Entry to Member of EU Parliament for Terror Ties
MEP Ana Miranda, a BDS supporter, joined in an attempt to break the blockade of the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip.
More Than 15,000 Back Call for Barcelona City Council to Restore ‘Twin City’ Ties...
Three Jewish organization, backed by a petition with more than 15,000 signatures, have issued a joint call for the Barcelona City Council to vote to restore the “twin city” relationship with Tel Aviv that was severed earlier this month by Mayor Ada Colau.
South African Activist Dramatically Changes Life After Not Finding ‘Black Only’ Restrooms in Israel
Upon discovering that he was lied to by BDS, Klaas Mokgomole began encouraging his friends to also visit and learn the truth about Israel.
Israel Ambassador to Spain Taken to Safety After Attempted Attack by BDS Demonstrators
The ambassador was swiftly taken to another room by local and Israeli security guards, with demonstrators attempting to follow and storm her location.
20 Democrats say Keep Israel Out of Visa Waiver Program
The lawmakers cited “ethnic-based discrimination” and racial profiling in a missive to U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Booking.com, in Volte-Face, Labels Non-Jews’ Listings as Well
All search results for accommodation in Judea and Samara include a "conflict-afflicted" advisory.
CUNY Kingsborough ‘Diversity Officer’ Search Committee Omits Jews, Includes BDS Supporter
Already embroiled in controversy for accusations of anti-Semitism, the Brooklyn college had included a vocal supporter of BDS in its search committee for an assistant dean for diversity, equity and inclusion.