The vandalism of Miriam, an Israeli restaurant in Brooklyn, has drawn significant condemnation from local officials, including Mayor Eric Adams, who labeled the act as antisemitism. The restaurant’s windows were spray-painted with messages like "genocide cuisine" and "Israel steals culture," alarming the community. Chef Rafi Hasid shared surveillance footage of the act while the restaurant expressed resilience in the face of hate, emphasizing its mission of inclusivity. Local leaders reiterated that such vandalism threatens public safety and must be unequivocally rejected, reinforcing the neighborhood's commitment to unity and diversity.
Mayor Eric Adams condemned the vandalism at Miriam restaurant as a "despicable act of antisemitism," calling for unity against such acts of hate.
Rafi Hasid, owner of Miriam, emphasized the restaurant's commitment to inclusivity and unity, stating, "We refuse to let this darken our spirit."
Congressman Richie Torres and Senator Chuck Schumer joined local officials in condemning the vandalism, reinforcing the message that such hate has no place in the community.
Council Member Shahana Hanif highlighted that this "hateful act threatens the safety of our community," asserting that acts of hate must be addressed firmly.
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