The Brendan O'Neill Show Jonathan Sacerdoti: Two years of jihad against the Jews
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Oct 9, 2025 Jonathan Sacerdoti, a writer and broadcaster specializing in Israel and antisemitism, shares his insights on the alarming rise of antisemitism since October 7th. He discusses the Manchester synagogue attack and the profound fears it evoked within the Jewish community. Sacerdoti links public protests with rising violence, highlighting the dangerous normalization of hate rhetoric. He critiques the media’s role in distorting narratives and examines the implications of political recognition of Palestine. Their conversation paints a stark picture of contemporary antisemitism and its effects on society.
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Early Warning Memory
- Jonathan Sacerdoti recalled predicting an attack in the UK after the Hypercacher supermarket massacre years earlier.
- He felt frustrated that warnings were not heeded and that prevention failed when it later happened in Manchester.
Broader Targets Of Islamist Terrorism
- Sacerdoti argues Islamist terrorism targets Jews and many other groups in the West, not only Israelis.
- He links rising anti-Jewish violence to institutional tolerance and political shifts since October 7th.
Marches As Incubators
- Sacerdoti identifies pro-Palestine marches as mixed gatherings that include Islamists and explicit anti-Jewish chants.
- He notes those chants and slogans create an atmosphere that normalises calls for violence against Jews.
