The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/italian-jews/ News from Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World Mon, 15 Jun 2026 09:13:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://static-cdn.toi-media.com/www/uploads/2018/11/toi_icon_512-200x200.png Italian Jews | The Times of Israel https://www.timesofisrael.com/topic/italian-jews/ 32 32 Italy bans Kanye West concert after concern from Jewish community https://www.timesofisrael.com/italy-bans-kanye-west-concert-after-concern-from-jewish-community/ Sat, 30 May 2026 09:57:55 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3833177 Rapper, also known as Ye, has faced bans across Europe following years of antisemitic activity; authorities also cancel concert by rapper Travis Scott amid fears of crowd violence

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]]> Rome Pride bars Jewish LGBT group for not ‘distancing itself’ from Gaza ‘genocide’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/rome-pride-bars-jewish-lgbt-group-for-not-distancing-itself-from-gaza-genocide/ Thu, 28 May 2026 18:44:26 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3832408 Organizers say all groups that want to be formally recognized with float in parade must sign onto political platform that includes condemnation of Israeli actions in Gaza, which Keshet refused to do

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]]> Jewish man in Rome arrested for allegedly shooting left-wing protesters with airgun https://www.timesofisrael.com/jewish-man-in-rome-arrested-for-allegedly-shooting-left-wing-protesters-with-airgun/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:12:05 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3813180 Suspect has reportedly confessed to attack, condemned by Jewish leaders, during Liberation Day celebration that has seen rising tensions around Israel, Jewish attendees

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]]> Italian Jewish groups condemn vandalism of memorial plaque for terror victim https://www.timesofisrael.com/italian-jewish-groups-condemn-vandalism-of-memorial-plaque-for-terror-victim/ Tue, 02 Dec 2025 23:01:36 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?post_type=liveblog_entry&p=3703319 Synagogue memorial for 2-year-old killed in 1982 Palestinian attack vandalized with 'Free Palestine' and slogan proclaiming neighborhood is 'anti-Zionist and anti-fascist'

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]]> Italy bans anti-Israel October 7 demonstration in Bologna, citing risk of unrest https://www.timesofisrael.com/italy-bans-anti-israel-october-7-demonstration-in-bologna-citing-risk-of-unrest/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 20:53:33 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3658333 Organizers pledge to press on with rally, which was nixed following clashes at last week's protests; Milan Jews to mark 2nd anniversary of Hamas massacre with low-profile memorial

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]]> ‘Israelis not welcome’: Milan Jews rattled by surge in antisemitic incidents https://www.timesofisrael.com/israelis-not-welcome-milan-jews-rattled-by-surge-in-antisemitic-incidents/ Fri, 04 Jul 2025 13:02:54 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3588211 Anti-Jewish hate crimes in Italy nearly doubled in 2024, watchdog finds — but the local community says it still receives significant support from the wider Italian society

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]]> Poetry, philosophy and a gambling rabbi: A colorful history of Venice’s Jewish ghetto https://www.timesofisrael.com/poetry-philosophy-and-a-gambling-rabbi-a-colorful-history-of-venices-jewish-ghetto/ Sat, 26 Oct 2024 10:00:57 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3306397 In 'Shylock's Venice,' UK author Harry Freedman paints a vibrant picture of an oft-overlooked side of Jewish history that goes far deeper than the famous Shakespeare character

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]]> Despite record post-Oct. 7 antisemitism, European Jews are out and proud this Sukkot https://www.timesofisrael.com/despite-record-post-oct-7-antisemitism-european-jews-are-out-and-proud-this-sukkot/ Wed, 16 Oct 2024 11:11:03 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3398517 From Milan to Warsaw, Jewish communities are building huts and brandishing the four species as usual -- with a little bit of extra protection

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]]> Rome Jews outraged as footage shows antisemitism in youth movement of Meloni’s party https://www.timesofisrael.com/rome-jews-outraged-as-footage-shows-antisemitism-in-youth-movement-of-melonis-party/ Thu, 27 Jun 2024 18:20:43 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3320325 An undercover investigation by an online publication shows members shouting Nazi slogans and taking aim at ethnic minorities

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]]> Primo Levi quote on anti-Israel rally poster draws protest from Italian Jewish leader https://www.timesofisrael.com/primo-levi-quote-on-anti-israel-rally-poster-draws-protest-from-italian-jewish-leader/ Wed, 24 Jan 2024 10:01:40 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3208198 Noemi Di Segni says groups misappropriating Holocaust memory, nixes Remembrance Day races due to security concerns days after violence erupts over Israeli stall at Vicenza fair

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]]> Italian opposition demands probe after hundreds give fascist salute at Rome rally https://www.timesofisrael.com/italian-opposition-demands-probe-after-hundreds-give-fascist-salute-at-rome-rally/ Wed, 10 Jan 2024 14:59:18 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3197641 Illicit Mussolini homage provokes ire from detractors of far-right government, inspires worry in Jewish community; minister criticizes action, resists calls to ban group

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]]> Milan probes death threat to Jews at nightclub, dozens of antisemitic incidents https://www.timesofisrael.com/officials-probe-death-threats-at-nightclub-dozens-of-antisemitic-incidents-in-milan/ Tue, 24 Oct 2023 08:50:53 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3133403 'Jews to death, rats we are coming to get you in your sewers,' and 'Nazi Jews you will pay' scrawled on bathroom wall; Jewish community on high alert amid Israel-Hamas war

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]]> ‘Renaissance’ of Italian synagogues and cemeteries showcased at Ferrara Jewish museum https://www.timesofisrael.com/renaissance-of-italian-synagogues-and-cemeteries-showcased-at-ferrara-jewish-museum/ Sun, 17 Sep 2023 00:57:16 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3015633 'Houses of Life' collects documents and artifacts on 2,000 years of Italian Jews, puts spotlight on renovations underway at Jewish sites

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]]> Filmmaker Luca Barbareschi has two films premiering at Venice — and a bone to pick https://www.timesofisrael.com/filmmaker-luca-barbareschi-has-two-films-premiering-at-venice-and-a-bone-to-pick/ Fri, 08 Sep 2023 23:05:52 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3083368 The Jewish-Uruguayan-Italian actor, director, producer and former parliamentarian expounds on cancel culture, his Judaism, and why he feels Roman Polanski isn't getting his due

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]]> Italian Jewish leader says new $67 million Holocaust reparations fund ‘a mockery’ https://www.timesofisrael.com/italian-jewish-leader-says-new-67-million-holocaust-reparations-fund-is-a-joke/ Wed, 16 Aug 2023 02:05:17 +0000 https://www.timesofisrael.com/?p=3067430 To solve a diplomatic dispute with Germany over civil suits for Nazi crimes, Italy decides to pony up - but Jewish community members say the government is trying not to pay out

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