Germany Reflects on Antisemitism Amid 86th Anniversary of Kristallnacht

Commemorations across the country highlight the enduring reality of antisemitism and the importance of remembrance and vigilance.

On November 9, 1938, synagogues were set ablaze and Jewish businesses were destroyed across Nazi Germany, marking the start of severe persecution against Jews.
German leaders, including Chancellor Olaf Scholz, emphasized the ongoing need to combat antisemitism and uphold the promise of 'Never Again.'
In Karlsruhe, around 1,300 people protested against a right-wing rally, underscoring societal tensions on this significant historical date.
Cities like Berlin and Hamburg held memorial events, including Stolperstein cleanings and gatherings at former synagogues, to honor the victims of Nazi atrocities.
Politicians and community leaders called for increased protection and support for Jewish communities, highlighting recent antisemitic incidents as a persistent challenge.