German Police Conduct Nationwide Raids Against Antisemitic Online Hate Speech

Authorities targeted over 50 locations across 15 states, focusing on antisemitic content as part of a coordinated crackdown on hate crimes.

The Bundeskriminalamt (BKA) led the operation, executing 127 police actions and over 90 investigations related to antisemitic online posts.
Raids took place in multiple regions, including Hamburg, Baden-Württemberg, and Saxony, with suspects ranging from 18 to 67 years old.
The majority of cases involved politically right-wing motivated crimes, with additional instances linked to foreign or religious ideologies.
Antisemitic incidents have surged, with reported cases more than quadrupling since 2020, influenced by geopolitical events like the Hamas attack on Israel.
Interior Minister Nancy Faeser emphasized the importance of these actions, stating that online hate is a catalyst for real-world violence and must be addressed decisively.