<p>Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents including violent assaults and online harassment have spiked in the U.S. since the Israel-Hamas conflict erupted on October 7, two advocacy groups said Wednesday.</p>

<p>The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) said it received 774 complaints of incidents motivated by Islamophobia and bias against Palestinians and Arabs from Oct. 7 to Tuesday (Oct 24). The group said this was the highest level since 2015.</p>

<p>The total was almost triple 2022's average number of complaints for a period of the same duration.</p>

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<p>The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) said its preliminary data showed a 388 percent rise in antisemitic incidents in the US from Oct. 7 to Monday over the prior year. The group reported 312 incidents including harassment, vandalism and assault. About 190 of those were directly linked to the war between Israel and Hamas, ADL said.</p>

<p>CAIR cited an 18-year-old Palestinian man allegedly assaulted in Brooklyn; death threats against a mosque and a fatal stabbing of a 6-year-old Muslim boy in Illinois, who U.S. authorities said was targeted for being Palestinian American.</p>

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<p>ADL said complaints included violent messages, especially on online platform Telegram, and rallies where "ADL found explicit or strong implicit support for Hamas and/or violence against Jews in Israel."</p>

<p>The U.S. Justice Department has said it is monitoring rising threats against Jews and Muslims amid the conflict. President Joe Biden has condemned antisemitism and Islamophobia.</p>

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<p>Palestinian Islamist group Hamas' Oct. 7 attack killed over 1,400 people, Israel has said. Israel's air strikes since on Hamas-controlled Gaza have killed over 6,500 as of Wednesday, according to the health ministry in Gaza. Reuters was unable to verify those figures independently.</p>


Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents including violent assaults and online harassment have spiked in the U.S. since the Israel-Hamas conflict erupted on October 7, two advocacy groups said Wednesday.

Antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents including violent assaults and online harassment have spiked in the U.S. since the Israel-Hamas conflict erupted on October 7, two advocacy groups said Wednesday. The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) said it received 774 complaints of incidents motivated by Islamophobia and bias against Palestinians and Arabs from Oct. 7 to Tuesday (Oct 24). The group said this was the highest level since 2015. The total was almost triple 2022's average number of complaints for a period of the same duration. Also Read | UK: Conservative MP suspended for bullying, sexually assaulting staffer The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) said its preliminary data showed a 388 percent rise in antisemitic incidents in the US from Oct. 7 to Monday over the prior year. The group reported 312 incidents including harassment, vandalism and assault. About 190 of those were directly linked to the war between Israel and Hamas, ADL said. CAIR cited an 18-year-old Palestinian man allegedly assaulted in Brooklyn; death threats against a mosque and a fatal stabbing of a 6-year-old Muslim boy in Illinois, who U.S. authorities said was targeted for being Palestinian American. Also Read | SCO meet: Jaishankar takes veiled dig at China's BRI debt trap, exudes confidence in IMEC corridor ADL said complaints included violent messages, especially on online platform Telegram, and rallies where "ADL found explicit or strong implicit support for Hamas and/or violence against Jews in Israel." The U.S. Justice Department has said it is monitoring rising threats against Jews and Muslims amid the conflict. President Joe Biden has condemned antisemitism and Islamophobia. Watch | Israel-Palestine war: Here why Israel is delaying its ground invasion of Gaza | WION Newspoint × Palestinian Islamist group Hamas' Oct. 7 attack killed over 1,400 people, Israel has said. Israel's air strikes since on Hamas-controlled Gaza have killed over 6,500 as of Wednesday, according to the health ministry in Gaza. Reuters was unable to verify those figures independently.

US antisemitic, Islamophobic incidents surge with war, advocates say

<p>A senior Indian advocate has been unanimously elected as the vice-chairman of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), an international UN advocacy body. This appointment reflects the prominent role of the Indian Federation of United Nations Associations (IFUNA), an affiliate body of WFUNA. The election took place during the executive committee meeting of WFUNA, held at the United Nations premises in New York.</p>

<h2><strong>The role of Suresh Srivastava</strong></h2>

<p>Suresh Srivastava, a senior advocate and the secretary general of IFUNA, in assuming the position of vice-chairman of WFUNA will have significant responsibility in shaping the organization's policies and priorities. He will also contribute to advancing WFUNA's mission on a global scale.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Srivastava's statement</strong></h2>

<p>Expressing his gratitude, Srivastava acknowledged the tremendous opportunity presented to him to contribute to the United Nations' crucial work in promoting peace and development.</p>

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<p>He expressed his eagerness to collaborate with dedicated individuals from around the world who share the same passion and commitment.</p>

<h2><strong>About WFUNA and IFUNA</strong></h2>

<p>WFUNA is a global non-profit organisation that represents and coordinates the membership of more than 100 national United Nations Associations (UNAs) and their constituents. It serves as a platform for collaboration and coordination among these associations, working towards the shared goal of supporting the United Nations and its mission.</p>

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<p>IFUNA, as an affiliate body of WFUNA, plays a vital role in promoting the work of the United Nations within India and beyond.</p>

<h2><strong>Recognition of IFUNA and India's role</strong></h2>

<p>Srivastava's election as the vice-chairman of WFUNA highlights the pivotal role played by IFUNA and India in advancing the goals of the United Nations and fostering global peace and development.</p>

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<p>This achievement underscores the significant contributions made by India towards the work of the United Nations and its efforts to promote international cooperation and understanding.</p>

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A senior Indian advocate has been unanimously elected as the vice-chairman of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), an international UN advocacy body.

A senior Indian advocate has been unanimously elected as the vice-chairman of the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), an international UN advocacy body. This appointment reflects the prominent role of the Indian Federation of United Nations Associations (IFUNA), an affiliate body of WFUNA. The election took place during the executive committee meeting of WFUNA, held at the United Nations premises in New York. The role of Suresh Srivastava Suresh Srivastava, a senior advocate and the secretary general of IFUNA, in assuming the position of vice-chairman of WFUNA will have significant responsibility in shaping the organization's policies and priorities. He will also contribute to advancing WFUNA's mission on a global scale. Srivastava's statement Expressing his gratitude, Srivastava acknowledged the tremendous opportunity presented to him to contribute to the United Nations' crucial work in promoting peace and development. Also Read | Shehbaz Sharif calls on Nawaz Sharif to become Pakistan PM again, lead election campaign He expressed his eagerness to collaborate with dedicated individuals from around the world who share the same passion and commitment. About WFUNA and IFUNA WFUNA is a global non-profit organisation that represents and coordinates the membership of more than 100 national United Nations Associations (UNAs) and their constituents. It serves as a platform for collaboration and coordination among these associations, working towards the shared goal of supporting the United Nations and its mission. Also Read | Stoltenberg expected to be asked to extend another term as NATO Chief amid replacement challenges IFUNA, as an affiliate body of WFUNA, plays a vital role in promoting the work of the United Nations within India and beyond. Recognition of IFUNA and India's role Srivastava's election as the vice-chairman of WFUNA highlights the pivotal role played by IFUNA and India in advancing the goals of the United Nations and fostering global peace and development. Watch | China targets ‘unity in thought’ with campaign on Xi’s philosophy × This achievement underscores the significant contributions made by India towards the work of the United Nations and its efforts to promote international cooperation and understanding. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

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<p>After offering a ride to teens, whose parents are against inoculation, to site, vaccine&nbsp;advocates in Canada seem to have sparked a row. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Along with facing backlash, the people, who support vaccination, are reportedly receiving threats. &nbsp;</p>

<p>On Friday, the controversy began when a community organiser in Saskatchewan named Julian Wotherspoon, in a Twitter message, offered to help any 13- to 17-year-olds, who want to get inoculated despite opposition from parents. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“I’m your ride to the clinic. If anyone asks, I’m taking you and my kids to a movie. Let’s do this,” she said. &nbsp;</p>

<p>As per the Health Authority of Saskatchewan, children aged 13 and older, “who are able to understand the benefits and possible reactions” of a vaccine, do not need parent’s permission to get inoculated. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>The teens can also refuse inoculation by giving “mature minor” consent to health provider. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The tweet of Wotherspoon has caused stir as it attracted both praise and outrage. Since then, she has made her account private. &nbsp;</p>

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<p>A “mommy blogger”, Tenille Lafontaine, called the offer “amazing.” Lafontaine, who also belongs to Saskatchewan, said, “I’ve heard of a few teens getting the vaccine on their own because their parents are insane in the membrane. The kids are gonna be alright. Side note: I’m available to drive anytime.” &nbsp;</p>

<p>“We don’t want to ever give the perception we’re giving Covid vaccine behind parents’ backs,” Health Minister Paul Merriman told CBC News. &nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


After offering a ride to teens, whose parents are against inoculation, to site, vaccine advocates in Canada seem to have sparked a row. Along with facing backlash, the people, who support vaccination, are reportedly receiving threats.

After offering a ride to teens, whose parents are against inoculation, to site, vaccine advocates in Canada seem to have sparked a row. Along with facing backlash, the people, who support vaccination, are reportedly receiving threats. On Friday, the controversy began when a community organiser in Saskatchewan named Julian Wotherspoon, in a Twitter message, offered to help any 13- to 17-year-olds, who want to get inoculated despite opposition from parents. Also Read: Indian capital reports first case of Omicron, taking country's total to 5 “I’m your ride to the clinic. If anyone asks, I’m taking you and my kids to a movie. Let’s do this,” she said. As per the Health Authority of Saskatchewan, children aged 13 and older, “who are able to understand the benefits and possible reactions” of a vaccine, do not need parent’s permission to get inoculated. The teens can also refuse inoculation by giving “mature minor” consent to health provider. The tweet of Wotherspoon has caused stir as it attracted both praise and outrage. Since then, she has made her account private. Also Read: Britain introduces new travel measures as Omicron cases rise to 160 A “mommy blogger”, Tenille Lafontaine, called the offer “amazing.” Lafontaine, who also belongs to Saskatchewan, said, “I’ve heard of a few teens getting the vaccine on their own because their parents are insane in the membrane. The kids are gonna be alright. Side note: I’m available to drive anytime.” “We don’t want to ever give the perception we’re giving Covid vaccine behind parents’ backs,” Health Minister Paul Merriman told CBC News. (With inputs from agencies)

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