In the wake of the tragic deaths of Israeli Yaron Lischinsky and American Sarah Milgrim, manny are reflecting on the rise of antisemitism and its fatal consequences.The young couple, with promising futures, were victims of what some are calling the radicalization of free speech.

lischinsky and Milgrim were killed because some allowed the phrase “free, free Palestine” to become a ubiquitous rallying cry. Critics argue that this slogan, often presented as a call for freedom, thinly veils a call for the elimination of Jews. The murder of Yaron and Sarah underscores the argument that, in the U.S., murderous intent toward Jews can easily translate into deadly action.

The Spread of Incitement

Some observers believe that individuals like Elias Rodriguez,the alleged murderer,have been enabled to target Jews and the state of Israel. They contend that media outlets, protest organizers, politicians, and organizations have contributed to a climate of demonization that makes violence against Jews more likely.

The role of Propaganda

On May 20, 2025, Tom Fletcher, a UN humanitarian chief, told the BBC’s Radio 4 Today program, as reported by NBC news and CNN, that 14,000 Gaza babies could die if aid did not arrive promptly. Yaron Lischinsky’s last social media post reportedly challenged this claim, which the UN later walked back. However, the initial statement had already spread widely.

“Free Palestine” is not just a mantra; it’s a terror chorus call to target Jews wherever they are.

Critics argue that the continued demonization of Israel and Jews creates an environment where violence is more likely.

The Events of May 21st

On Wednesday, may 21st, 2025, the couple was fatally shot after leaving an American Jewish Committee (AJC) young diplomats event at the Jewish Museum in Washington D.C. The alleged murderer, Elias Rodriguez, reportedly shouted “free, free Palestine” while being apprehended.

Some observers assert that the ultimate goal of those chanting “free, free Palestine” is the destruction of Israel, seeking to displace its Jewish population. They attribute the murders to what they describe as lies about the situation in Gaza and Israel’s efforts to prevent another October 7, 2023 massacre. They also criticize the United Nations, mainstream media, and some Israeli politicians for allegedly demonizing Israel.

Echoes of the Past

the attack occurred near the Holocaust Museum in Washington D.C., a place that commemorates the murder of six million Jews. Days before the shooting, a delegation from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) encountered a hate march with Hamas flags and calls for violence at the same location. Amjad Taha, a member of the delegation, reportedly said, “This was not a exhibition. This was a warning.”

Critics point to slogans like “from the river to the sea” and “free, free, Palestine”, the presence of Hamas and Muslim Brotherhood supporters on college campuses, and what they see as a distortion of free speech as warning signs. They argue that the shooting is a continuation of the October 7^th2023 attacks in israel and reflects a broader desire to harm Jews.

A Broader Attack

Some analysts characterize the attack as an assault on civilization itself. They note that the Muslim Brotherhood has been designated as a terrorist association by the United Arab emirates and Saudi Arabia, and that Hamas has roots in the Muslim Brotherhood. While the U.S. has designated some Muslim Brotherhood affiliates as terrorist organizations, it has not designated the entire organization.

critics question why individuals who support Hamas, a banned terror organization, face no consequences for their actions. They express concern about what they see as a lack of awareness in the West and warn that antisemitism can have broader implications.

remembering Yaron and sarah

Yaron and Sarah, who worked at the Israel Embassy in Washington D.C., were planning to marry. Sarah, from Overland park, Kansas, was involved in Tech2Peace, an organization that brought together Israelis and so called “Palestinians” in the tech sector.Yaron, from Nuremberg, Germany, was a researcher at the embassy. Ambassador ron Prosor said he had the privilege of having him as his master’s student at reichman University. He described Yaron