Germany Remembers Halle Synagogue Attack Five Years On

A call for action against rising antisemitism marks the anniversary of the failed attack, which left two people dead.

The Halle synagogue attack on October 9, 2019, targeted worshippers on Yom Kippur, resulting in two deaths after the assailant failed to breach the building.
German leaders, including President Frank-Walter Steinmeier, emphasized the need for collective action against antisemitism and racism during remembrance events.
Recent incidents of antisemitic vandalism in Saxony-Anhalt underscore ongoing societal challenges and the persistence of extremist ideologies.
Survivors and Jewish community leaders express ongoing security concerns and a lack of trust in state protection measures.
Efforts to strengthen security and support Jewish life in Germany continue, with new initiatives and increased protection for Jewish institutions.