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Anti-Semitic sentiments and the 'truths' about Operation Rising Lion

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July 02, 2025

Last January, the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) released the results of its Global Survey on anti-Semitic sentiments.

- ANDREW J. MASIGAN

Anti-Semitic sentiments and the 'truths' about Operation Rising Lion

In Southeast Asia, Indonesia registered the highest level of anti-Semitic views at a staggering 96 percent. Malaysia followed with 60 percent, while Singapore and Thailand recorded lower levels at 20 percent and 13 percent, respectively. The Philippines, by contrast, reported one of the lowest levels of anti-Semitic sentiments in the world at just three percent. As the lone Southeast Asian nation that has historically supported Israel, this three percent figure has remained consistent since 2014.

However, a more recent survey conducted in June revealed a drastic shift. While levels in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand remained largely unchanged, anti-Semitic sentiments in the Philippines surged to an alarming 46 percent.

The sharp increase is widely attributed to the proliferation of anti-Israel and pro-Palestinian narratives online. It reflects Israel's apparent failure to communicate its side with the same intensity and frequency as those who oppose her. The data suggest that Israel is losing the war of public opinion.

The many 'truths'

Anti-Semitic sentiments are expected to intensify anew in the aftermath of Operation Rising Lion as social media platforms have become saturated with images of dead and suffering Iranians—images designed to evoke public sympathy. Anti-Semitic groups have accused Israel of committing genocide, echoing the same false narratives circulated during the Gaza conflict.

Others say that Israel's successive, multi-front wars stem from its ambition to dominate West Asia. It underscores Israel's intention to wield its influence over the region's economy and resources.

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