Reports indicate that mobs in Russia, shouting ‘Allahu Akbar’, targeted Jews and caused chaos at an airport upon the arrival of a flight from Israel.
Large Mobs in Russia Target Jews in Dagestan
On Sunday, a disturbing incident unfolded in Dagestan, Russia, as large mobs shouting “Allahu Akbar” targeted Jews and stormed an airport. Reports indicate that the attackers specifically targeted Israelis who had just arrived from Tel Aviv.
Dagestan, located in the North Caucasus region of Russia, is a predominantly Muslim area that shares borders with Azerbaijan and Georgia. It is an autonomous republic within the Russian Federation.
According to Yaroslav Trofimov, the chief foreign affairs correspondent of The Wall Street Journal, similar incidents have occurred in other Muslim areas of Russia’s north Caucasus, such as Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. Trofimov shared a video from Dagestan showing mobs raiding hotels in search of Jews who were rumored to have fled there to escape the ongoing conflict.
Meanwhile, in Muslim areas of Russia’s north Caucasus, mobs raid hotels looking for Jews after rumors spread that some Israelis had moved there to flee the war. This video is from Dagestan, but similar incidents happened in Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. pic.twitter.com/N0aZI9x5Cq
— Yaroslav Trofimov (@yarotrof) October 29, 2023
Trofimov also highlighted signs in the region that explicitly forbid entry to Israeli citizens, specifically Jews. He further mentioned the destruction of a Jewish cultural center in Nalchik, Kabardino-Balkaria, where graffiti reading “Death to Yahoods (Jews)” was found. The North Caucasus has a long-standing Jewish community that has lived there for centuries.
A Jewish cultural center under construction in Nalchik, Kabardino-Balkaria region of Russia, went up in flames. “Death to Yahoods (Jews),” the graffiti says. Northern Caucasus has its own autochthonous Jewish community that lives there for millennia. https://t.co/es9wvOUemS pic.twitter.com/bp3eaE2phE
— Yaroslav Trofimov (@yarotrof) October 29, 2023
The situation escalated further at the Makhachkala airport in Dagestan, where rioters, chanting “Allahu Akbar,” reportedly stormed the premises in search of Jews. Passengers who had just disembarked were forced to return to the plane and lock the doors for safety.
Hanna Liubakova, a former Radio Liberty reporter, shared videos of the chaos, showing the crowd breaking through the airport runway and actively searching for a plane carrying Jews.
The crowd broke through the runway of Makhachkala airport and is looking for a “plane with Jews.” pic.twitter.com/68VQT8PR1n
— Hanna Liubakova (@HannaLiubakova) October 29, 2023
Liubakova also shared a video of an airport employee informing the crowd that the passengers had already left, preventing further violence.
The crowd gathered outside the plane as an airport employee informed them that the passengers have left. pic.twitter.com/C819CugaWa
— Hanna Liubakova (@HannaLiubakova) October 29, 2023
These shocking events highlight the dangerous rise of anti-Semitism in the region, with mobs targeting Jews based on false rumors and spreading hatred. The situation at the Makhachkala airport serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need to address and combat such bigotry.
This is also reportedly from the airport. The crowd is seen attacking a police car. pic.twitter.com/s31qMUSNZ0
— Hanna Liubakova (@HannaLiubakova) October 29, 2023
What steps can the Russian government take to address the rise in anti-Semitism and protect minority communities in Dagestan and other Muslim areas of the country’s north Caucasus?
Ed from a flight from Tel Aviv were specifically targeted. It is unclear what sparked the violence, but tensions have been high in the region due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
These attacks on Jews in Dagestan are deeply concerning and highlight the need for increased efforts to combat anti-Semitism and protect minority communities. The fact that mobs were specifically targeting Jews is indicative of a dangerous rise in hatred and intolerance.
Russia has a responsibility to ensure the safety and security of all its citizens, regardless of their religion or ethnicity. The government must take swift action to address the situation in Dagestan and ensure that those responsible for the violence are held accountable.
Furthermore, it is crucial for the international community to condemn these attacks and support efforts to promote peace, tolerance, and understanding. Anti-Semitism cannot be allowed to flourish in any society, and it is incumbent upon world leaders to stand up against hatred in all its forms.
The incidents in Dagestan are not isolated. It is deeply troubling that similar attacks have occurred in other Muslim areas of Russia’s north Caucasus, such as Kabardino-Balkaria and Karachay-Cherkessia. This pattern of violence against Jews cannot be ignored or dismissed as isolated incidents. It speaks to a larger issue of intolerance and anti-Semitism that must be addressed.
The destruction of the Jewish cultural center in Nalchik, where graffiti inciting violence against Jews was found, is a stark reminder of the consequences of hate. It is imperative that efforts are made to rebuild and support the affected community, while also working towards eradicating hatred and discrimination.
The North Caucasus region has a long history of cultural diversity and coexistence. It is home to various ethnic and religious groups, including a longstanding Jewish community. In order to preserve this heritage and ensure a peaceful future, it is crucial to promote dialogue, understanding, and respect among all communities.
In conclusion, the large mobs targeting Jews in Dagestan and other Muslim areas of Russia’s north Caucasus are a grave concern. The government must take immediate action to address the situation and protect minority communities. The international community must also condemn these attacks and support efforts to promote peace and tolerance. It is only through collective action and a commitment to combating hatred that we can create a more inclusive and harmonious society.
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