Israel War Room, a social media account that tracks news about Israel on X and Instagram, exposed a Google Drive that included pro-terror propaganda and a how-to-riot guide for students at anti-Israel encampments across the U.S.

According to IWR, National Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) “appears to be behind the Drive” because the files list Carrie Zaremba as the owner. “Zaremba has been identified by several sources as a spokesperson for National SJP… SJP is likely behind the campus riots and encampments as well,” IWR stated on X.

The drive contains more than 200 documents that include anti-Israel propaganda dating back to 1948; publications from terror groups Hamas and the PFLP; how-tos on creating print propaganda, establishing an autonomous zone, crowd and riot control and blockading; information on avoiding the police and staying anonymous; and documents that encourage readers to “globalize the intifada.”

Eve Barlow, a pro-Israel influencer who gained access to the drive, posted on her Substack, “To trawl through the trove of documents is to take a dive into the minds of wannabe insurgents, not future hopeful university graduates… All of this is damning evidence, suggesting that the activities taking place on Ivy League and UC campuses in America in the last few weeks are not examples of innocent grassroots movements, but well-planned, well-funded, well-organized attempts to infiltrate elite institutions and undermine American values and American democracy.”

“To trawl through the trove of documents is to take a dive into the minds of wannabe insurgents, not future hopeful university graduates.” Eve Barlow

Graphics from the drive show readers “Why We Break Windows,” “In Defense of Smashing Cameras” and a man throwing a Molotov cocktail and wearing a shirt with an anarchy symbol on it. One document says BDS has a double meaning: not only does it stand for Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions (BDS) – it also means “#BurnDestroySabotage. Readers are told to #BDS companies like Airbnb, Chevron, General Mills and Expedia. It says, “NO MORE ISRAEL. NO MORE USA. NO MORE UK. NO MORE ITALY,” along with other Western countries.

One document called, “A Radical Voice for Palestine,” is from the PFLP terror group, while another, “Our Narrative… Operation Al-Aqsa Flood” is from the Hamas Media Office. An excerpt from “International Intifada” appears on the drive and says, “The day that the colonizer is sent to his grave will be the birthday of a free humanity. You’re invited to participate in his assassination.”

Dr. Sheila Nazarian, a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon and pro-Israel activist, said that as a resident of LA and Columbia alumnus she is, “deeply troubled but not surprised by the recent revelations from the Israel War Room. The discovery of over 200 documents, including guides on orchestrating campus ‘occupations’ and promoting violence, clearly indicates that these are not spontaneous grassroots movements. This is a highly sophisticated and organized effort, designed to incite and perpetuate violence against Jewish students under the guise of protest.”

She continued, “The antisemitic violence from the mob that we’ve seen on campuses, including at my own alma mater, is now undeniably linked to these orchestrated efforts. These are not isolated incidents. The toolkits being shared among encampment organizers prove a disturbing level of premeditation and malice that is happening across the country.”

As Orthodox Jews, it was important for Chaya and Yoni Loffman to be able to send their son to a Jewish school. It was there that he would learn about his heritage while following Jewish law and engaging in secular studies as well.

However, because the Loffmans’ child is disabled – and because they live in California – he and his family have faced difficulties ever since he entered the schooling system.

“We send him to a Jewish school, but we are left to pay completely out of pocket for the services that his disability requires,” the Loffmans told the Journal. “We were even forced to discontinue his speech therapy because we could not financially handle paying for all of his services. But this is the sacrifice we feel we need to make to remain faithful to our duties as Jewish parents to teach our son the faith.”

“We send him to a Jewish school, but we are left to pay completely out of pocket for the services that his disability requires.” – Chaya and Yoni Loffman

In California, students with disabilities can go to public schools or non-religious private schools and receive the services they need. However, when it comes to religious schools, funding for services for students with disabilities is blocked – even though it should be permitted under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).

IDEA funds special education programs in public schools in states including California, but public schools cannot always meet the needs of all students with disabilities. Federal and state law allow IDEA funding to be used in private schools, but in California, religious private schools cannot access that funding. This means that religious parents of all faiths must decide whether to place their children with disabilities in public school or pay for services out of pocket.

Now, the Loffmans and other religious Jewish parents of students with disabilities, including Fedora Nick and Morris Taxon, and Sarah and Ariel Perets, are plaintiffs in a lawsuit, Loffman v. California Department of Education. They are fighting for the opportunity to place their children in the school of their choice and receive the services they need.

“We aren’t looking for special treatment, just equal treatment,” the Loffmans said. “California already allows parents to receive IDEA funding to send their children to hundreds of other private schools. The state should allow the same for Jewish schools.”

The Becket Fund, a non-profit public interest law firm that defends religious freedom, is representing all the parents involved in the case. On May 7, oral arguments were heard at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit in Pasadena, and a decision is expected in the coming months.

Teach Coalition, a nonprofit that advocates for government funding and resources for nonpublic schools, is supporting the lawsuit.

“Since 2013, Teach has advocated for equitable funding and resources for our yeshivas and Jewish day schools, ensuring our families have access to safe, affordable, quality Jewish education,” said Teach Coalition CEO Maury Litwack. “This issue of ‘access’ is precisely what’s at the core of this lawsuit. When California denies children with special needs the right to a Jewish education with the tools needed to thrive, they are denying our children access to an education that best suits their needs.”

Litwack hopes that the lawsuit will end up opening doors for California, as well as other states, to “reassess their programs and statutes and provide equitable funding and resources for all students, regardless of religion or educational needs,” he said.

For Chaya and Yoni Loffman, they simply strive to provide their son with the right resources so he can thrive.

“As parents of a child with disabilities, we want him to have an education that helps him learn alongside his peers,” they said. “As a Jewish family, we also must raise him in our religious tradition. We believe that parents in California should have access to schools that can do both.”

A few days after Benny Azizi opened his under-the-sky restaurant, Benny’s Grill L.A., he found himself engrossed in the bustle of grilling chicken kabobs and vegetable skewers, taking orders and packaging rice and ground beef kabobs into to-go Styrofoam containers. In this bustling scene, Benny is a one-man show, seamlessly transitioning between roles as chef, waiter, cashier and busboy.

Even his kashrut supervisor (OU) pitches in, assisting with the setup of the pop-up canopy tent and folding tables draped with plastic coverings. The setting? The Santa Monica Glatt Kosher Market parking lot, a longstanding establishment owned by Benny’s father, Joseph Azizi and his brother Bob Azizi, for approximately 20 years.

Up until 6:30 p.m., the location buzzes with activity as cars are parked at every spot in the lot, filled with eager buyers, many of whom are Iranians drawn to the market’s diverse array of Persian food and ingredients. However, as evening descends, Benny begins the remarkable transformation of one section of the parking lot into an authentic Persian restaurant—or, to be more precise, a vibrant street food market.

Benny’s roots in this market run deep, tracing back to its original location a mile down the street before it relocated to its current spot at 11540 Santa Monica Blvd, nestled in an area renowned for its vibrant Persian community. The burgeoning clientele prompted the owner to seek out a larger space, leading them to this bustling location.

Azizi, reminiscing as he tends to the sizzling kabobs, recounts his childhood spent in the market: “I started working here as a child, maybe around 8 or 9 years old, helping my dad.” His passion for cooking ignited early, fueled by the tantalizing scents of spices and meats wafting through the air.

After spending three years in Yeshiva Lev Aharon in Jerusalem, Azizi returned to Los Angeles 12 years ago, dedicating himself to the art of kabob preparation and cooking on Sundays. The market had been serving Persian-style kabobs for the past 15 years, inspiring Benny to expand operations to a five-day schedule, offering an extensive menu to cater to both loyal patrons and passersby.

“My food is my love and passion.” – Benny Azizi

“My food is my love and passion,” Azizi said, emphasizing his commitment to using only the finest ingredients. “From fresh garlic to premium saffron, I spare no effort in delivering authentic ancient Iranian flavors at a reasonable price. It’s my mission to offer the community the highest quality possible.”

I opt for the Beef Soltani—a combination of steak shish kebab and ground beef kebab served with white rice, grilled tomato, pickled vegetables, Lavash bread and a petite garden salad. The total comes to $30 before tax. Other items on the menu are less pricey and range between $12.99 for a ground beef kabob and up to $38.99 for a boneless rib eye steak.

Though tables and plastic chairs are available, most customers prefer to grab their meals to go.

It’s 7:30 p.m., and some customers have already ordered kabobs to go, with one phone order placed. While most customers are Iranians, there are also locals and office workers nearby. “They can smell it from a mile away,” said Azizi. “They simply can’t resist the aroma.”

The restaurant owner, married and father of three, takes charge of cooking at home and thoroughly enjoys it. “I love cooking, and my family enjoys my food,” he said.

Running a restaurant single-handedly, with occasional assistance from his father nearby, is no small feat. He deftly navigates between the grill, a large pot of rice, darting into the market to fetch pre-cut vegetables he prepared earlier, then back outside to tend to the kabobs on the grill. Just watching him running back and forth like that is exhausting.

It’s a tad chilly outside, but with spring around the corner, Azizi anticipates customers will enjoy their meals outdoors once the temperatures warm up.

The outdoor restaurant is open between Sunday-Thursday from 6:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m.

Benny’s Grill L.A

11540 Santa Monica Blvd.

(310) 256-5873