Context:

The Anti-Defamation League (ADL) has released its first-ever global report revealing a significant rise in antisemitic incidents worldwide, particularly in countries with large Jewish populations outside of Israel. The report highlights alarming increases in antisemitic acts, both violent and rhetorical, across the U.S., U.K., Argentina, Canada, France, Germany, and Australia, with the U.S. experiencing a staggering 227% increase from 2021 to 2023. The J7 Task Force, established in 2023, observed a troubling pattern of antisemitic incidents per Jewish capita, noting that social media and academic institutions are contributing to this rise. Countries like Argentina have reported an increase in antisemitic rhetoric linked to political figures, while Germany and France have seen significant increases in antisemitic crimes and incidents in schools. Despite some efforts by governments to combat antisemitism, Jewish communities continue to feel unsafe, highlighting the need for more effective measures to address this growing issue globally.

Dive Deeper:

• The ADL's report shows a dramatic increase in antisemitic incidents in several countries, with the U.S. experiencing a 227% rise from 2021 to 2023, indicating a global trend of rising antisemitism.

• In Argentina, antisemitism is deeply embedded in social media and academia, with Jewish students choosing schools based on the likelihood of encountering antisemitic incidents. The country's president's support for Israel has heightened antisemitic rhetoric.

• Australia saw a 316% increase in antisemitic incidents from 2023 to 2024, with laws banning hate symbols failing to address the new sources of antisemitic sentiment following the October 7 attacks.

• Canada has faced increasing antisemitic violence and government actions perceived as biased against Israel, with a significant portion of hate crimes targeting Jews despite them being only 1% of the population.

• France reported a quadrupling of antisemitic incidents in schools and a rise in violent acts, linking many incidents to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. The government has adopted a national plan to combat racism and antisemitism.

• In Germany, antisemitism has surged, with the rise of the Alternative für Deutschland party posing additional challenges for Jewish communities. Many young Germans lack awareness of the Holocaust, although Holocaust denial is less prevalent compared to other countries.

• The United Kingdom has seen a decrease in antisemitic incidents since late 2023, but levels remain above those before the October 7 attacks. Jewish communities call for stronger law enforcement and educational efforts to combat ongoing antisemitism.