The red triangle has increasingly appeared in anti-Israel propaganda as a symbol of hate and intimidation. Its manifestations range from social media emojis and graffiti on Jewish institutions to badges worn at protests, and most recently,  patches on Hamas Uniforms.

Facts & Historical Origins

Historically, the inverted red triangle was used to identify political prisoners during the Holocaust, symbolizing persecution and oppression. It later appeared on the 1917 Flag of the Arab Revolt and subsequently became part of the Palestinian flag. In recent years, Palestinian groups like Hamas have adopted it to mark targets during attacks, infusing the symbol with aggressive and violent connotations. Most recently, Hamas has incorporated the red triangle into patches worn on their uniforms.

Threat to Jewish Communities and Public Safety

The red triangle has been weaponized as a tool for hate, appearing in acts of vandalism such as marking Berlin Mayor Kai Wegner's residence and Tagesspiegel's headquarters, leading to its prohibition by the Berlin Senate in July 2024. In New York, the homes of Jewish leaders have been defaced with this symbol, signaling intimidation and potential violence. Its use perpetuates fear and hostility, making it a significant threat to public safety and Jewish communities worldwide.

The red triangle is weaponized to intimidate and incite hostility, repurposing a Holocaust-era symbol of persecution into a modern tool for hate against Jews.

The red hands symbol, popularized by the Artists4Ceasefire pin, features a red hand with a black heart at its center. Since October 7th, the symbol has gained widespread attention in advocacy for a ceasefire in Gaza, frequently appearing at protests, on social media, and at university graduation ceremonies in 2024. Additionally, vehicles displaying red handprints and other provocative imagery have been reported in Jewish neighborhoods.

Facts & Historical Origins

For many Jews, the red hand evokes traumatic memories from the Second Intifada. In October 2000, two Israel Defense Forces reservists inadvertently entered Ramallah and were brutally lynched by a mob at a local police station. A harrowing photograph from that day captured one of the perpetrators proudly displaying his blood-soaked hands to a cheering crowd. This image has since become a symbol of brutality in Palestinian propaganda, cementing its association with violence against Israelis.

Threat to Jewish Communities and Public Safety

The red hands symbol reinforces a narrative of violence and trauma for Jews, evoking painful historical associations and contributing to an environment of fear and hostility.