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world-news1 year ago•5 min saved

Israeli Soccer Fans Attacked in Amsterdam: Evacuation Efforts Underway

Israeli soccer fans in Amsterdam were subjected to a violent antisemitic attack following a soccer match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and AFC Ajax. Victims described the assault as a "pogrom," likening it to a modern-day Kristallnacht. The attackers, reportedly organized, targeted Jewish individuals, leaving several injured and hospitalized. Despite the severity of the attacks, victims criticized the Amsterdam police for their inaction, attributing it to antisemitism and fear of the city's immigrant Muslim population. Over 60 people were arrested in connection with the violence.

via New York Post |

#amsterdam #antisemitism #israeli-soccer-fans

world2 years ago•5 min saved

Kristallnacht's Haunting Echoes: Antisemitism Then and Now

Germany commemorated the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, the Nazi pogrom against Jews in 1938, amidst a rise in antisemitism and far-right extremism. The recent surge in hate crimes, including firebomb attacks on synagogues and anti-Israel sentiments, has sparked fears among Germany's Jewish population. Chancellor Olaf Scholz and other leaders have denounced the resurgence of antisemitism, emphasizing the importance of upholding the promise of "never again." The commemoration included projections of destroyed synagogues and calls to address the growing problem of antisemitism in German society.

via The New York Times|

#antisemitism #commemoration #germany

historical-events2 years ago•1 min saved

"Key Events on November 9 Throughout History"

On November 9, 1989, East Germany opened its borders, allowing citizens to freely travel to the West for the first time in decades. Other notable events on this date include the sighting of Cape Cod by the Mayflower in 1620, the destruction of nearly 800 buildings in Boston by fire in 1872, and the start of the great Northeast blackout in 1965. Additionally, November 9 marks the anniversary of Kristallnacht, a pogrom against Jews in Germany and Austria in 1938, the death of former French President Charles de Gaulle in 1970, and the firing of Joe Paterno as Penn State's head football coach in 2011. In 2020, President Donald Trump fired Defense Secretary Mark Esper, adding to the uncertainty of the transition period as Joe Biden prepared to assume the presidency.

via Salina Post|

#berlin-wall #donald-trump #east-germany

world2 years ago•4 min saved

"Germany's 85th anniversary of Nazi pogrom: Tensions rise amid surging antisemitism"

Germany marks the 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, also known as the Night of Broken Glass, which marked the start of state-sanctioned race hate and paved the way for the Holocaust. The anniversary was commemorated with memorial ceremonies, speeches, concerts, and readings across the country. Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed outrage at recent antisemitic incidents and emphasized the importance of keeping the promise of "never again." The anniversary comes amid heated debate over Germany's stance towards Israel following the recent conflict in the Middle East. Critics argue that Germany's postwar foreign policy has focused on regaining international respect and forging close ties with Israel, while others question the government's response to pro-Palestinian protests and rising antisemitic attacks.

via The Guardian|

#antisemitism #germany #holocaust