jews in germany

Is German history repeating itself? Jewish leader shares fears of AfD's rise in Thuringia

Germany will hold local elections on September 1 and could see the rise of the far-right AfD party in Thuringia.

By ELDAD BECK
30/08/2024
((Monika Skolimowska/picture alliance via Getty Images)

Four congregations will share a new synagogue in the heart of Potsdam, Germany

The new site means four congregations will no longer have to meet in scattered, improvised quarters — at least not every Shabbat.

By TOBY AXELROD/JTA
10/07/2024

Felix Klein, Germany's anti-antisemitism strategist, receives Moshe Rosen Prize for his work

Felix Klein called for the creation of a structured system for reporting antisemitism that would allow Jews to feel safe in Germany and the world.

By JOSH ARONSON
27/06/2024

Germany’s domestic intelligence agency handling BDS movement as ‘suspected extremist case’

Nancy Faeser, Germany's Federal Interior Minister, presented a report outlining BDS as an extremist movement, German media reported.

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After arson attack on German synagogue, hundreds rally in support

"We will not accept that a Jewish institution in our city has become the target of an attack" German mayor claims after arson attack on synagogue.

Berlin film festival bars far-right party criticized by Jews from gala opening event

The festival has dealt with sufficient turmoil since barring the group from one of the largest events of its kind worldwide.

By TOBY AXELROD/JTA
10/02/2024

German Bundestag to discuss draft laws against antisemitic foreigners, refugees

The proposal seeks to address the threat posed to Jewish citizens in Germany, and tackle issues such as Hamas terrorism, antisemitism, and the denial of Israel’s right to exist.

16/11/2023

Germany’s magazines highlight rise of antisemitism and support of Jews

There has been a staggering 240% surge in antisemitic events in Germany since October 7.

02/11/2023

Scholz on synagogue attack: 'Antisemitism has no place in Germany'

In a social media post, he added: "Antisemitism has no place in Germany."

By REUTERS
18/10/2023
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