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social-issues2 years ago•1 min saved

Massive Demonstrations in Europe Condemn Rising Antisemitism

Thousands of people demonstrated against antisemitism in Berlin as Germany faces a significant increase in anti-Jewish incidents following Hamas' attack on Israel. The protest, titled "Never again is now," saw participants marching to the Brandenburg Gate. A group tracking antisemitism reported a 320% increase in incidents compared to the previous year. Germany's main Jewish leader called for solidarity with Israel and Jewish life in Germany, while the labor minister emphasized the need for a clear and loud majority to stand up against antisemitism. The event received support from various political figures.

via The Associated Press|

#antisemitism #demonstration #germany

social-issues2 years ago•2 min saved

"Massive London March Unites 50,000 Against Antisemitism"

Around 50,000 demonstrators marched in London to protest against the rise of antisemitism in the UK following the attack by Hamas militants on Israel and Israel's subsequent bombardment of Gaza. The protest aimed to raise awareness about the increase in hate crimes against Jews and promote zero tolerance for antisemitism. The march comes after a significant surge in antisemitic offenses, with reports increasing more than tenfold compared to the previous year. The Campaign Against Antisemitism described the gathering as the largest of its kind since the Battle of Cable Street in 1936.

via Reuters|

#antisemitism #hate-crimes #london

global-affairs2 years ago•3 min saved

Combating Antisemitism and Promoting Unity: Insights from Biden's Envoy and US Education Secretary

The U.S. envoy for combating antisemitism, Ambassador Deborah Lipstadt, has expressed alarm over the significant rise in anti-Jewish incidents globally since the Hamas attack on Israel. Instances of antisemitism, including physical attacks and vandalism, have been reported in countries such as Russia, France, and the Netherlands. The Biden administration is urging communities worldwide to protect their Jewish citizens while working to address the fallout from the conflict. Lipstadt, a renowned scholar of antisemitism, is focusing her efforts on Europe, where large Jewish communities reside. She hopes to draw attention to the issue and encourage governments to safeguard their Jewish populations. The attacks on Jews since the Hamas attack are described as both quantitatively and qualitatively different, with France reporting over 800 antisemitic attacks since the incident. Lipstadt emphasizes the seriousness of antisemitism as a threat to democracy and governmental stability.

via The Washington Post|

#antisemitism #biden-administration #global-affairs