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Denmark

25-year-old Danish citizen arrested on suspicion of assisting Hamas in preparing potential terrorist attacks against Israeli and Jewish targets in Europe

Prosecutors allege that in July 2024, the suspect supplied five pistols and ammunition to another individual, identified as Abed Al G., who is already in German custody

199 antisemitic incidents recorded in Denmark in 2025

A report from AKVAH, the monitoring body of the Jewish community in Denmark, shows that this is the third consecutive year with a historically high level of antisemitism.

Swedish citizens sentenced after 2024 grenade attack on Israeli embassy in Copenhagen

The pair were found guilty of attempted murder and terrorism. In 2014, Swedish intelligence reported that Iran was recruiting members of criminal gangs to carry out acts of violence against Israeli targets.

Former Chairman of the Jewish Community in Denmark Henri Goldstein has passed away

Goldstein served as chairman from 2019 to 2024, making him one of the longest-serving leaders of the community in recent history.

Two men are facing charges for financing terrorism after allegedly raising the equivalent of hundreds of thousands of euros for Hamas

The money was either transferred to Hamas via a network of associations in Denmark or abroad, or an attempt was made to transfer it.

Denmark has unveiled a strengthened national action plan against antisemitism

The plan introduces 17 targeted measures designed to improve the conditions of Jews in Denmark and reinforce the country’s tradition of social cohesion. A total budget of DKK 120 million has been allocated toward 2030 to implement these initiatives.
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