Security · Full coverage
Former US Soldier Steals Israeli Flag in New York, Films Antisemitic Act
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
50% center
Center 1Right 1
By איתמר אייכנר
First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jul 21, 2026
What happened
Michael Zomer, a former US soldier, was filmed stealing an Israeli flag from private property in New York and posting the act on Telegram. The antisemitism watchdog Stop Antisemitism condemned the premeditated hate crime and called for legal action, highlighting Zomer's ongoing antisemitic activities and receipt of veterans' benefits.
- 01Michael Zomer, ex-US soldier, stole an Israeli flag from private property in New York and filmed it.
- 02Zomer shares antisemitic content and neo-Nazi symbols on his Telegram channel.
- 03Stop Antisemitism says Zomer’s act was deliberate, not spontaneous vandalism.
- 04Despite his actions, Zomer reportedly still receives US veterans' benefits.
- 05The video gained tens of thousands of views and sparked calls for legal investigation.
- 06Public comments stressed the act qualifies as a serious hate crime, not just vandalism.
Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.
Full coverage · 2 outlets
The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.
Related stories
Two Brothers Charged With Hate Crime for Stealing and Burning Israeli Flag in New YorkAug 25, 2026US Ambassador to Israel Demands Arrest of New York Mayor Over Antisemitism ClaimsJul 22, 2026Florida Man Arrested for Violent Anti-Semitic Attack on Jewish Couple from New YorkAug 21, 2026US Court Rules Attacking Jew Over Israeli Symbol Can Constitute Anti-SemitismAug 19, 2026Brave Woman Films Anti-Israel Vandal Spraying Hate Message in Brooklyn7 days agoIsraeli Foreign Minister Condemns Antisemitic Stabbing Outside Manhattan SynagogueJul 23, 2026
