ILThe article discusses a conference held in Haifa, Israel, focused on antisemitism, attended by scholars from around the world. The event was organized by the Comper Center for the Study of Antisemitism and Racism at the University of Haifa and included prominent figures such as Deborah Lipstadt, Dina Porat, and Cochav Elkayam-Levy. The author, Bernard-Henri Lévy, delivered the closing address, reflecting on global antisemitism since October 7 and emphasizing that the Jewish people still have many allies worldwide. He also addressed misconceptions about Israel being a colonial or apartheid state, arguing that Israel grants equal civil rights to all its citizens, including Arabs.
Bias read (Conservative): The article presents a strong defense of Israel’s legitimacy and challenges accusations of colonialism and apartheid, using arguments that align with right-leaning perspectives on national sovereignty and identity. It emphasizes historical narratives favorable to Israel and frames antisemitism as a
