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Austria

IKG President warns about the concerning rise of extreme right and antisemitic rhetoric in Austria

"Unfortunately, the evil spirit of National Socialism – the master-race mentality, antisemitism, the hostility toward everything perceived as different – was not defeated" said Oskar Deutsch.

LIKRAT Austria: fostering dialogue, memory, and mutual understanding

In 2024/2025, the programme is supported by the EU’s CERV programme as part of the BADRI – Bringing Awareness, Dialogue and Resilience Improvement project.

Reporting Centre for Antisemitism of the Jewish Community of Vienna recorded a total of 1,520 antisemitic incidents in 2024

On average, there were 4.15 incidents per day throughout the year, which is an increase compared to 2023 (3.14 incidents per day).

Two Austrian Jews attacked in antisemitic incident in Hungary

The Hungarian police condemned the antisemitic nature of the attack, stressing that such acts of hatred should not go unpunished.

Austrian Parliament publishes results of a survey showing a rise in Israel-related antisemitism, particularly among young people

The survey also reveals that young people, especially young men, are more likely to support antisemitic statements, such as questioning Israel’s right to exist or believing that Jews cannot be trusted to act decently.

EJC, IKG and Keren Hayesod honour Austrian former Chancellor Karl Nehammer in Vienna

He was presented with a "Shofar" by Dr Ariel Muzicant, the President of the European Jewish Congress, in recognition of his unwavering support for the Jewish community and his steadfast commitment to the defence of the State of Israel.

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