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French Jew Describes Harrowing Antisemitic Attack in Barcelona Amid Rising Hate Crimes
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 2 hours ago
What happened
Jimmy Zagron, a French Jew, and six friends faced a violent antisemitic mob in Barcelona on July 3, enduring threats and abuse for 40 minutes. Despite clarifying their nationality, the attackers targeted them for their Jewish identity. The incident is among a surge of antisemitic acts in Spain, prompting investigations by French and Spanish authorities.
- 01Jimmy Zagron and six friends were attacked by hundreds in Barcelona for 40 minutes on July 3.
- 02Attackers shouted antisemitic threats despite Zagron stating he was French, not Israeli.
- 03One friend wearing traditional Jewish clothing was singled out as a target.
- 04The group fled to their hotel with the mob pursuing them.
- 05The incident is part of a rise in antisemitic acts in Spain since October 7.
- 06Zagron filed a complaint in France; Spanish authorities are investigating.
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