UK Sees Unprecedented Surge in Islamophobia Post-Hamas Attacks
A study reveals a 335% increase in anti-Muslim hate incidents in the UK since the October 7 Hamas attacks on Israel, with women disproportionately affected.
- Anti-Muslim hate incidents in the UK more than tripled following the Hamas attacks on Israel, with 2,010 cases recorded in four months.
- The surge represents the largest recorded number of cases in a four-month period since monitoring began.
- Women were the primary targets in 65% of the incidents, highlighting a gendered aspect of the hate crimes.
- Online abuse constituted over half of the reported cases, indicating the significant role of digital platforms in spreading hate.
- Calls for political leaders to address and condemn the rise in anti-Muslim hate and antisemitism have intensified.
Evening Standard 
