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Global Antisemitism Reaches Alarming Highs, J7 Report Criticizes Government Inaction

The J7 task force's inaugural report highlights a dramatic rise in antisemitic incidents in 2023, citing insufficient government accountability and the October 2023 Hamas attack as key drivers.

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Overview

  • Antisemitic incidents across seven major Jewish diaspora states surged from 8,065 in 2022 to 21,427 in 2023, with Germany experiencing over 38 incidents per 1,000 Jewish residents.
  • The October 7, 2023 Hamas attack on Israel is identified as the primary catalyst for the sharp global increase in antisemitism.
  • Governments in affected nations are criticized for failing to prosecute perpetrators of antisemitic violence or those supporting terrorism against Israel.
  • The report documents a rise in physical attacks on Jewish institutions, escalating online hate, and growing fears leading some Jews to conceal their identity.
  • J7, an international task force formed in 2023 and chaired by Germany, calls for stronger policing, legal enforcement, and political leadership to counter the growing threat.