6NEW YORK, NY – A Manhattan man who repeatedly assaulted Jewish New Yorkers at protests over the Israel-Hamas war has been sentenced to 17 months in federal prison.

Tarek Bazrouk, 20, received the sentence Monday from U.S. District Judge Richard M. Berman after pleading guilty to hate crime charges.

Federal prosecutors said Bazrouk targeted victims based on their religion and national origin during three separate assaults between April 2024 and January 2025.

Key Points

Tarek Bazrouk sentenced to 17 months for hate crimes against Jewish victims

Assaults occurred during Israel-Hamas war protests across New York City

Evidence showed pro-Hamas propaganda and anti-Semitic messages on his phone

Attacks spanned nine months across Manhattan

According to court records, Bazrouk’s first atta

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