Cyprus becomes the latest country to adopt the International Definition of Antisemitism

Cyprus has adopted the International Definition of Antisemitism. Campaign Against Antisemitism applauds this decision at a time of rising antisemitism in Europe. The proposal to adopt the International Definition was presented by the Foreign and Education Ministers and was approved by cabinet. A Foreign Ministry statement said: “It reaffirms the commitment of the Republic of Cyprus to promoting and fostering […]

Conservative Party investigating Councillor Mohammad Aslam over Facebook post claiming Jewish MP was “funded by Israel lobby”

The Conservative Party is reportedly investigating Councillor Mohammad Aslam over posts he allegedly shared on Facebook, including a claim that Jewish Labour MP, Ruth Smeeth, who lost her seat in the recent election, was “funded by [the] Israel lobby.” Under the International Definition of Antisemitism adopted by the British Government, “Making mendacious, dehumanising, demonising, or […]