Mob storms airport, hunts Jews after Tel Aviv flight lands.
80th Anniversary of Babi Yar Massacre: A Reminder of the Lingering Anti-Semitism
On September 29-30, the world commemorated the 80th anniversary of the Babi Yar massacre, the largest mass killing during the Holocaust in the occupied Soviet territories. Over 33,771 Jews were brutally murdered in just two days by Nazi mobile killing units. Babi Yar, located outside Kiev, Ukraine, is one of the many Holocaust mass graves in the region, as stated by the Holocaust Museum & Education Center.
However, the anniversary was marred by a disturbing incident that unfolded at an airport in Makhachkala, Russia. A mob of hundreds stormed the airport, targeting passengers from a flight arriving from Tel Aviv, Israel. This incident, reported by CBS News, highlights the deep-rooted issue of anti-Semitism that continues to simmer beneath the surface.
When word spread that a plane from Tel Aviv was landing in Dagestan, Russia, a mob stormed the airport in what can only be described as a modern-day pogrom. pic.twitter.com/1G6phfdraz
— Aviva Klompas (@AvivaKlompas) October 29, 2023
BREAKING: A group of Muslims have broken onto the Makhachkala-Dagestan, Russia airport looking for Jews on a suspected plane from Tel Aviv.
The group could be heard yelling “Allahu Akbar” as some of them reportedly tried breaking into some of the planes.
“Crowds of Rioters on… pic.twitter.com/9JCnwDXltx
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) October 29, 2023
The rioters, predominantly from the Muslim region, chanted anti-Semitic slogans and targeted passengers from the Tel Aviv flight. Shocking videos circulating on social media showed the crowd waving Palestinian flags and displaying signs with hateful messages, as reported by CNN.
BREAKING:
A lynch mob has stormed the airport in Dagestan, Russia to look for Jewish passengers after finding out that a plane from Tel Aviv is about to land.
They have also stopped police cars in front of the airport and are searching them for Jews.
What’s Putin doing?
— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) October 29, 2023
BREAKING:
The lynch mob which stormed the airport in Dagestan, Russia to search for Jews as a plane was landing from Tel Aviv has found its first “suspected Jew”
He tells them he is Uzbek, but they don’t believe him
“Take his passport, search his phone” pic.twitter.com/9gKteyKFz0
— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) October 29, 2023
The incident resulted in clashes, leaving over 20 people injured, including civilians and police officers. The airport had to be temporarily shut down as authorities dealt with the situation. Russian officials have identified and arrested several participants through CCTV footage, with an ongoing investigation, as stated by the Russian Interior Ministry.
The incident has drawn strong condemnation from Israeli and American leaders, who have called for the protection of Jewish citizens and an end to anti-Semitic acts. Local Dagestani leaders have also denounced the riots while emphasizing the need for calm and promising consequences for those involved.
As the world reflects on the Babi Yar massacre and the recent airport incident, it serves as a stark reminder that anti-Semitism still persists. The rise of anti-Semitic sentiments, often disguised as anti-Zionism, is a cause for concern. It is crucial that we stand united against hatred and intolerance, ensuring that history does not repeat itself.
Let us heed the words of King Charles of Britain at the World Holocaust Forum in Jerusalem in 2020: “The lessons of the Holocaust are searingly relevant to this day. Seventy-five years after the Liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau, hatred and intolerance still lurk in the human heart, still tell new lies, adopt new disguises, and still seek new victims.”
Together, we must strive to ensure that the lies do not prevail.
In what ways can leaders and governments prioritize the protection and well-being of Jewish communities and effectively combat anti-Semitism in society
The 80th anniversary of the Babi Yar massacre serves as a poignant reminder of the lingering anti-Semitism that continues to plague our society. This solemn occasion, marking one of the largest mass killings during the Holocaust, took place on September 29-30 in the occupied Soviet territories. Nazi mobile killing units ruthlessly murdered over 33,771 Jews in just two days, leaving behind a harrowing testament to the horrors of that era.
Babi Yar, located near Kiev, Ukraine, stands as a somber reminder of the countless mass graves that dot the region, as attested by the Holocaust Museum & Education Center. It serves as an eternal symbol of the atrocities committed against the Jewish people and a call to never forget the lessons of the past.
Unfortunately, the commemoration of this solemn event was marred by a disturbing incident that unfolded at an airport in Makhachkala, Russia. A mob of hundreds stormed the airport, specifically targeting passengers from a flight arriving from Tel Aviv, Israel. This brazen act of violence, reported by CBS News, not only shocked the world but also served as a stark reminder that anti-Semitism is still a pervasive issue today.
Videos circulating on social media captured the rioters, primarily from the Muslim region, chanting anti-Semitic slogans, waving Palestinian flags, and displaying signs with hateful messages. CNN reported that the mob displayed clear hostility towards anyone associated with Israel, demonstrating the depths of hatred that still exist in certain corners of society.
These odious acts of violence and bigotry highlight the need for continued vigilance in combating anti-Semitism. It is imperative that we educate future generations about the atrocities committed during the Holocaust and foster an environment that rejects hatred and discrimination of any kind. We must never allow history to repeat itself, and we must work tirelessly to promote understanding, tolerance, and acceptance.
Leaders and governments around the world must take a stand against anti-Semitism, adopting policies that prioritize the protection and well-being of Jewish communities. Swift and decisive action must be taken to ensure that incidents like the one at Makhachkala airport are met with severe consequences, sending a clear message that hate and violence have no place in our society.
As we commemorate the 80th anniversary of the Babi Yar massacre, let us honor the memory of those who lost their lives by actively confronting and combating the ongoing scourge of anti-Semitism. Only through collective effort and unwavering commitment can we hope to eliminate this insidious hate and create a more inclusive and compassionate world for all.
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