Neo-Nazi Attack Targets Jewish Youth Hotel in Sofia, Italy Demands Investigation
In Sofia, Bulgaria, a group of neo-Nazis violently protested outside a hotel hosting Jewish teenagers from Italy. The attackers, dressed in black, attempted to break into the hotel while shouting "Sieg Heil" and performing Nazi salutes. Despite police intervention, the neo-Nazis repeatedly blocked the hotel's entrances, threatening and shouting at the young guests.
The Jewish community leadership in Rome strongly condemned the antisemitic incident, highlighting the prolonged tension and the danger posed to the Italian Jewish youths and their educators visiting an EU member state. They called on Bulgarian authorities to thoroughly investigate the attack and ensure that those responsible are identified and prosecuted promptly.
The Italian government also responded, emphasizing the need to eradicate hatred at its roots. The incident has drawn sharp criticism amid ongoing concerns about rising antisemitism in Europe.
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