See new posts How are the antisemites failing lately? Searching the web 40 results Searching on X 19 results Based on recent reports and events from 2025 and early 2026, antisemites and antisemitic efforts have encountered several notable setbacks, including failed attacks, institutional crackdowns, and policy changes aimed at combating hate. These failures often stem from law enforcement interventions, public backlash, or operational mishaps in planned acts of violence. Below, I'll outline key examples categorized by type, drawing from news coverage and official reports.Failed or Partially Failed Antisemitic AttacksSeveral attempted attacks linked to antisemitic motives were thwarted or only partially successful due to premature detonations, device malfunctions, or rapid response:Bat Yam Bus Bombings (February 20, 2025): In Israel, three bombs detonated prematurely on parked buses in Bat Yam, while two additional devices failed to explode entirely. The incident, suspected to involve Hamas, caused no casualties but highlighted operational failures in the attackers' planning. en.wikipedia.org Bondi Beach Massacre (December 14, 2025): During a Hanukkah celebration in Sydney, Australia, perpetrators carried out a mass shooting that killed 15 and injured dozens. However, reports indicate they attempted to detonate multiple explosives as part of the attack but failed, limiting the potential scope of destruction. This antisemitic incident, amid a rise in hate crimes in Australia, prompted calls for a federal inquiry into security lapses and antisemitism. facebook.com +3 Institutional and Legal Setbacks on CampusesUniversities have increasingly taken action against groups or activities deemed antisemitic, often under pressure from government reviews or funding threats:Suspension of Jewish Voice for Peace (JVP) at George Washington University (August 2025): GWU extended the suspension of its JVP chapter—an anti-Israel group accused of contributing to campus hostility toward Jewish and Israeli students—through the 2025-2026 academic year. This came amid a U.S. Justice Department finding that the university violated civil rights laws by failing to address antisemitism, forcing broader reforms. jpost.com Columbia University's Adoption of IHRA Definition (July 2025): To restore $400 million in frozen federal grants, Columbia agreed to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) definition of antisemitism. The funds were withheld by the Trump administration over the university's alleged failure to protect Jewish students during pro-Palestinian protests, marking a policy shift that strengthens protections against antisemitic rhetoric. theguardian.com +1 Harvard's Task Force Reforms (April 2025): Following a 500-page report detailing campus hostility toward Jewish affiliates, Harvard implemented stricter academic reviews and policy changes to combat antisemitism. This was part of ongoing battles with federal funding cuts (over $1 billion withheld), exposing and addressing institutional failures that had allowed antisemitic conduct to persist. thecrimson.com +1 Policy and Funding Measures Against AntisemitismGovernments have introduced or enforced measures that penalize failures to address antisemitism, indirectly hindering antisemitic activities:Australian Antisemitism Plan (July 2025): A new federal plan allows stripping public funding from universities, arts events, and other institutions that fail to combat antisemitism. It includes a review of hate speech laws, visa screenings for antisemitic views, and a potential judicial inquiry into campus issues by 2026 if problems persist. This followed incidents like synagogue arson in Melbourne. abc.net.au U.S. Federal Task Force Campus Visits (February 2025): The U.S. Task Force to Combat Antisemitism visited 10 universities (including those with reported incidents since October 2023) to investigate failures in protecting Jewish students. This has led to broader enforcement, such as the $400 million grant cancellation at Columbia and ongoing probes at Harvard, pushing schools to discipline antisemitic conduct more rigorously. justice.gov +2 New York City's Mayor's Office to Combat Antisemitism (MOCA) Expansion (December 2025): NYC launched MOCA in response to antisemitic incidents making up 62% of hate crimes in early 2025. By 2026, it plans expanded training for public safety officials, new community patrols in Jewish neighborhoods, and policy revisions to handle protests near houses of worship, following global attacks like those in Boulder and Manchester. nyc.gov Broader Trends in SetbacksReports from organizations like the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) and Community Security Trust highlight a surge in antisemitic incidents (e.g., 3,700 in Australia over two years, a 300%+ increase in some areas), but also note increased resilience and policy responses. For instance, failed vandalism attempts (like mezuzah removals in Toronto) have led to arrests and heightened security. adl.org +2 In Europe and the U.S., efforts to ban or repress pro-Palestinian activism (e.g., slogan bans in Berlin) have sometimes backfired in courts or public opinion, but they've disrupted campaigns accused of veiling antisemitism. tni.org BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) movement setbacks continue from earlier years, with reversals like Unilever resuming Ben & Jerry's sales in Israel (echoing 2022 failures), though specific 2025-2026 incidents are less documented. ajc.org These examples show antisemites facing operational, legal, and societal hurdles, though incidents remain alarmingly high overall. For instance, the ADL's 2025 review notes resilience in Jewish communities despite violence, with responses like takedowns of antisemitic content (e.g., a song glorifying an attack)