The images are haunting. The accusations are swirling. Just one week after a Free Palestine activist hurled Molotov cocktails and set 12 people ablaze during a peaceful hostage walk in Boulder, Colorado, demanding the release of Gaza hostages, a gathering of 10,000 people echoed the sentiment: “This is who we are.” Amidst the chaos, the Pearl Street Mall became the stage for a horrifying event, and the city is now grappling with the implications of a potentially escalating conflict.

The attack, fueled by fervent pro-Palestinian sentiment, unfolded amidst a backdrop of intense global unrest. UJA leadership flew to Colorado to stand with the Jewish community in Boulder – and joined them in demanding the return of the remaining 55 hostages. Yet, the atmosphere remains thick with suspicion, with some suggesting a coordinated effort to further inflame tensions. The “emergency summit” convened by UJA leadership brought together a disparate group of figures, including elected officials, survivors of the attack, and even the brother-in-law of a Hamas hostage, adding to the layers of complexity.

However, the question persists: who is responsible? Initial reports, fueled by online speculation and unverified claims, pointed to a lone individual acting in support of Palestinian suffering. But as the story develops, a disturbing narrative emerges, suggesting a deliberate targeting of the Jewish community—a chilling echo of historical antisemitic violence. The FBI’s investigation, focusing on a “targeted terror attack” and the use of a makeshift flamethrower, has heightened anxieties and fueled accusations of a coordinated assault.

The fallout is already reshaping Boulder’s identity – a city grappling with the legacy of hate and the vulnerability of its community. Discover now how the events are unraveling, and understand the potential consequences of this shocking turn of events… find out more!