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Antisemitic Violence Surges in 2025 with Deadliest Year Since 1994 Attack

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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 9 hours ago

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The J7 Task Force reports a sharp rise in antisemitic violence in 2025, with 20 killed in attacks across major Jewish communities worldwide, marking the deadliest year since 1994. Incidents surged by 136% compared to 2022, with significant increases in Australia and Germany. Anti-Zionism was a key motive in many attacks.

012025 saw the deadliest antisemitic attacks since 1994, with 20 killed in J7 countries.
02Over 23,000 antisemitic incidents were recorded in 2025, a 136% increase from 2022.
03Violent antisemitic incidents rose by 97% compared to 2022.
04Australia and Germany experienced the largest increases in antisemitic incidents since 2021.
05Anti-Zionism motivated a significant portion of attacks, especially in the UK and US.
06Ireland's small Jewish community reported a high rate of antisemitic incidents in 2025.

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