Antisemitic Crimes in Germany Remain Alarmingly High

New government data reveals over 500 antisemitic offenses in the third quarter, with expectations of further increases due to late reports.

Germany recorded 502 antisemitic crimes in the third quarter of 2024, including 20 violent acts resulting in 24 injuries.
The Solingen attack, which resulted in three deaths, is included in the statistics as an antisemitic incident by a lone perpetrator.
Investigators have linked 91 suspects to right-wing ideologies, while others are associated with foreign or religious motives.
Despite a slight decrease from the previous year, experts caution against interpreting this as a positive trend due to rising violence and expected late reports.
Amidst these concerns, the Bundestag is set to vote on a new resolution to combat antisemitism, though it faces criticism for potential restrictions on freedoms.