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Antimuslimic Incidents in Berlin Surge 68% to 644 in 2024

The increase reflects normalized hate speech after October’s Hamas attack, exposing gaps in reporting and support for victims.

Vor allem Frauen in sichtbar religiöser Kleidung sind von Übergriffen betroffen.
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Overview

  • The Melde- und Informationsstelle Report! Berlin recorded 644 antimuslimic incidents in 2024, marking a 68% rise from the 382 cases in 2023.
  • Of those incidents, 285 were classified as discrimination, 248 as verbal attacks and 91 as physical assaults or property damage.
  • Rima Hanano said the surge accelerated after the October 7, 2023 Hamas terror attack on Israel and warned that many more cases go unreported.
  • Women wearing headscarves bore the brunt of attacks, facing spitting, slurs and physical harassment in schools, public transport and streets.
  • Social Affairs Senator Cansel Kiziltepe and advocacy groups are urging the Berlin Senate to strengthen reporting systems, fund support services and mandate anti-discrimination training.