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Suspected Hamas terrorist busted for plot to bomb Israeli cruise

New York Post · June 7, 2026

A suspected Hamas terrorist was arrested in Greece on Sunday for allegedly plotting to attack an Israeli cruise ship, according to officials. The 37-year-old Palestinian electrician, who has not been identified, was taken into custody on the island of Crete after officials claim he placed an online order for “chemical agents” that could be used...

Islamic antisemitism: "Jews are eating kids"

FOX News · June 7, 2026

CSPII Commentary: A 23-year-old Bronx woman was charged after allegedly assaulting a rider on a crowded New York City subway while shouting antisemitic statements. While the ideological self-identity of the perpetrator is not known, the antisemitic narrative can be linked to the one promoted by many prominent Islamic organizations, according to which "Israel kills children in Gaza".