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Germany leaders address Israel anniversary and rising antisemitism
On the third anniversary of the Hamas attacks on Israel, German political and religious leaders have issued strong statements regarding the ongoing conflict and the rise of antisemitism in Germany.
Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed Germany's unwavering support for Israel's existence while simultaneously advocating for a two-state solution, stating that a Palestinian state alongside Israel is the most realistic path to regional peace. He also pledged that the government would fight antisemitism in all its forms.
In Berlin, religious leaders—including prominent rabbis and bishops—have called for the fight against antisemitism to be formally integrated into the state constitution to ensure institutional protection. Meanwhile, CSU General Secretary Martin Huber criticized the Berlin Left Party for its stance on Israel and warned that hatred against Jewish people is increasingly visible on German streets.
Security concerns remain high, with reports indicating that antisemitic incidents in Germany reached 8,725 in 2025. Religious and political figures emphasized that protecting Jewish life is a fundamental responsibility of the state.
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Berlin · Berlin Senate · Friedrich Merz · Germany · Hamas · Israel · Kai Wegner · Martin Huber · Rotes Rathaus
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- [● 2 SOURCES] A group of rabbis and bishops called for the fight against antisemitism to be formally anchored in the Berlin state constitution. www.berlinstory.de · www.oldenburger-onlinezeitung.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] Merz advocated for a two-state solution involving an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel to achieve regional peace. www.gazetebirlik.com · www.faz.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Federal Minister Alexander Dobrindt called for decisive action to protect Jewish institutions and people in Germany. tp-presseagentur.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] CSU General Secretary Martin Huber warned against rising antisemitism in Germany and criticized the Berlin Left Party. www.t-online.de · wochentlich.de
- [● 2 SOURCES] The Hamas terror attack on October 7, 2023, resulted in approximately 1,200 deaths and 251 kidnappings. www.zeit.de · www.faz.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Bishop Heiner Wilmer stated that Israel's military response has resulted in over 70,000 deaths in the Gaza Strip. de.catholicnewsagency.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Research and Information Center on Antisemitism (RIAS) documented 8,725 antisemitic incidents in Germany in 2025. www.tagesschau.de
- [○ 1 SOURCE] German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed Germany's support for Israel on the third anniversary of the Hamas attacks. www.faz.net