Holocaust survivor expresses concern over 'alarming' increase in antisemitism: Now I must 'fret' about my grandchildren's safety.

An Auschwitz survivor cautioned Americans against supporting anti-Israel protests, fearing that their actions could lead to another Holocaust.

"Tova Friedman, a Holocaust survivor, recounted her harrowing experiences on "America Reports" on Tuesday. She spoke of the death of children, including little babies, and the shooting of her friends, some of whom she witnessed firsthand. She also shared the traumatic experience of her grandmother's death, which was shot in front of her. Friedman emphasized that no human being should have to endure or recall such horrific events."

"I strive to convey the importance of caution to this generation, as the current climate of hatred, anger, and antisemitism could lead to dire consequences. This is a challenging period for Jews worldwide."

In response to the Hamas attack on Oct. 7, anti-Israel protests have been held in city streets and on college campuses across the country. These demonstrations have escalated in recent weeks, resulting in thousands of arrests and the cancellation of commencement ceremonies at universities.

Some protesters chanted vulgar references to the Holocaust during the demonstrations, which were filled with antisemitic, anti-Israel, and anti-America rhetoric.

"Aron Goodman, Friedman's grandson, stated that the protesters are trying to intimidate them. He has been saying that they cannot be intimidated by the protests and the yelling of "intifada" and that they want them dead. He emphasized that they must not let the protesters intimidate them and that it is hurtful to see students attacking each other, especially at a university level. People who used to be friends no longer support them, and they have to hide their religion and faith."

The Washington University student expressed disappointment that his college is "similar" to other institutions such as Columbia University and UCLA.

"Protests have been held on campus where community members intimidate students, yelling at them. This is not unique to WashU, as every university is experiencing these protests and intimidation."

It is "very scary" to see professors join in and encourage antisemitic demonstrations, according to Friedman.

The prevalence of antisemitism in America's most prestigious centers of learning is "extraordinarily shocking, frightening, disappointing," Friedman said, despite schools' efforts to suppress escalating demonstrations.

As I walked out of Auschwitz with my mother at the age of 6-and-a-half, I never imagined that I would experience something like that in my lifetime. When I arrived in America, the country of dreams, I was 11-and-a-half. I felt safe and secure, believing that my family and I would be safe forever. However, now I must worry about my grandchildren and how they feel in college.

"I hope that more people will support us rather than oppose us, as the situation is too shocking and painful."