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Australia passes tough hate crime laws in bid to stem wave of antisemitism

Legislation includes mandatory jail time for Nazi salutes, 6 years for those found guilty of terrorism; Prime Minister Albanese says perpetrators must be held to accountable.

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen condemns the attacks on Israeli football fans in Amsterdam

“I strongly condemn these unacceptable acts. Antisemitism has absolutely no place in Europe. And we are determined to fight all forms of hatred" said President of the European Commission.

Telegram’s hate speech increased 433% after October 7 massacre

Telegram, known for its stringent privacy features and minimal content moderation, has since become a bastion for groups that incite violence against Jews and the Jewish State.

Recognised figures from across the world sign letter against boycotts of Jewish and Israeli authors

The letter comes in response to continued efforts to boycott, harass, and scapegoat Jewish and Israeli authors and literary institutions. Among the signatories are Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and Booker Prize winners.

United States President condemns “appalling surge of antisemitism” on anniversary of Pittsburgh attack

In his statement, Biden said the 2018 attack “shattered families, pierced the heart of the Jewish community, and struck the soul of our nation."

According to FRA report, Muslims in Europe face ever more racism and discrimination

FRA’s report ‘Being Muslim in the EU’ shows that racism, discrimination and harassment continue to be a daily reality for many Muslims living in the EU. 

IHRA Honorary Chairman and prominent Holocaust scholar Yehuda Bauer has died at the age of 98

Bauer’s research delved into different aspects of Jewish resistance and began to change the narrative of how victims of the Holocaust had found ways to resist the Nazis beyond just armed struggle.

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Statements

EJC and WJC call for immediate release of hostages held by Hamas

Ahead of the Munich Security Conference, EJC and WJC "urge leaders and decision-makers—across governments, industry and civil society—to demand the immediate and unconditional release of all hostages still held in Gaza."