Overview

• Die Linke narrowly voted to adopt the Jerusalem Declaration on Antisemitism, rejecting the widely endorsed IHRA definition, citing concerns over its use to suppress criticism of Israel.
• The party also passed a motion condemning Israel's alleged use of starvation in Gaza and called for humanitarian aid, reconstruction, ceasefire, and the release of hostages held by Hamas.
• Jewish organizations, including the Central Council of Jews in Germany, criticized the decisions, accusing the party of legitimizing antisemitism and ignoring the Jewish community's concerns.
• Federal Antisemitism Commissioner Felix Klein expressed regret over the move, emphasizing the need for unity against antisemitism in light of rising hate incidents in Germany.
• Die Linke leadership has pledged dialogue with Jewish communities but has not indicated plans to reverse the resolutions, as debates over definitions and policy continue to polarize the party.