Noora Shalash antisemitic attack resulted in her arrest. the Director of Government Affairs for CAIR-Kentucky, was captured on video assaulting and threatening Jewish individuals inside a Midtown Manhattan building. The incident was filmed by Seth Bell and shared on Facebook by Ari Greenfield.
“This just happened to my buddy in midtown, NYC. Good job, Seth, keep fighting the good fight!” Greenfield wrote in his caption, tagging his friend Seth Bell.
The footage reveals Shalash shouting antisemitic remarks, including “I demand Jihad. I demand Jihad. I want ISIS to kill all of you. We are the real children of Jacob, not you.”
After the incident, police took Shalash into custody.
According to the Jew Hate Database, Noora Shalash, originally from Amman, Jordan, and raised in Lexington, Kentucky, has a history of involvement with CAIR-KY, including serving on its board of directors.
Background on Noora Shalash:
- Origin: From Amman, Jordan; raised in Lexington, Kentucky; graduate of the University of Kentucky.
- CAIR Involvement: Served on the board of directors for CAIR-KY, attended meetings with Kentucky Senate leaders.
- Professional History:
- Senior Sales Leader at Coach (2017–2019)
- Sales Specialist at Victoria’s Secret (2015–2017)
- Assistant to CEO/Research at Biomedical Development Corp (2013–2015)
- Social Media History: Documented antisemitic and hateful remarks, including support for Hamas violence and derogatory comments about Jews and Zionists.
While the incident has drawn widespread condemnation, some have called for a measured response regarding her mental health. The Jew Hate Database noted, “Witnesses have stated that Noora appeared unstable and may need mental health support. While her expressions of Jew hatred are unacceptable, we ask that comments remain respectful and avoid hateful or derogatory remarks, especially regarding mental health. She was arrested at the scene.”
