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Berlin Shopkeeper Attacked After Displaying Anti-Antisemitism Posters
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A 67-year-old Berlin shopkeeper was repeatedly attacked by groups of youths between October 7 and October 10, after displaying posters against antisemitism. The assaults, which included pepper spray and physical beatings, are being investigated by police for a possible antisemitic motive. The incidents occur amid a significant rise in antisemitic offenses recorded in Berlin, with over 2,200 reported in 2025.
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- A 67-year-old Berlin shopkeeper was attacked multiple times by youths for displaying anti-antisemitism posters.
- The assaults occurred between October 7 and October 10, the third anniversary of the October 7 massacre.
- Attackers pepper-sprayed and beat the shopkeeper, who uses a wheelchair.
- Police are investigating a possible antisemitic motive for the attacks.
- Berlin recorded over 2,200 antisemitic offenses in 2025, a significant increase.
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