While antisemitism is almost as old as the Jewish people themselves, its latest iteration is closely linked to the rise of postmodern and anti-colonial ideologies that increasingly challenge the foundations of Western civilisation. When these ideological movements intersect with the ambitions of groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood—whose goal of spreading Islamic law is well-documented and often supported by funding from Qatar—the result is a toxic cocktail that fuels contemporary Jew-hatred.

Education is therefore paramount in confronting this wave. Universities should be leading the response, not contributing to the problem, as they too often are today.