Denmark

Trial of Danish teenager over alleged bomb plots begins

Trial of 17-year-old Danish girl suspected of planning bomb attacks against Jewish school begins near Copenhagen.

Denmark teen becomes country's first female charged with terror

Denmark's first female terrorist gets released prior to trial.

Denmark cuts unemployment to ISIS members

Denmark cuts unemployment payments to ISIS members and anyone identifying as a 'foreign fighter.'

Denmark Chief Rabbi: Doctors did not call to ban circumcision

Arutz Sheva exclusive: Chief of rabbi of Denmark calls claim that medical association called for circumcision ban totally false.

Denmark's chief rabbi: No legal ban on circumcision

Rabbi Yair Melchior clarifies that the Danish Medical Association didn't recommend a legal ban on circumcision before age 18.

Denmark may ban circumcision under the age of 18

The Danish Medical Association is for banning performing circumcision until people are 18 and can decide for themselves to circumcise.

Danish far-right group's 'anti-migrant spray' draws ire

Far-right group hands out hair spray to be used against violent migrants. 'Some Danish girls don't dare go outside after dark.'

Danes acquitted of aiding 2015 Copenhagen terrorist

4 Muslim men acquitted of 'terror offenses' for allegedly aiding Danish-Palestinian terrorist who murdered 2 outside of a synagogue.

'Eritrean migrants can return home safely'

Swiss investigation confirms Eritrean 'refugees' may return to home country safely.

ISIS takes credit for Copenhagen shooting

ISIS-linked news agency claims Danish man who shot two police officers during a drug raid was a member of the group.

Danish Muslim group offers to bury French priest killer

After local Muslims refuse to bury terrorist, Danish Muslim group offers to take body of killer. 'It is a human right to be buried'.

Denmark art show featuring ISIS terrorists reported to police

Copenhagen art show reported to local police for plans to portray suicide bombers killed in the Brussels and Paris attacks as heroes.

US Army captain helped foil Danish Jewish school bombing

Army Captain Bradley Grimm, currently based in Iraq, cracked the plot by gleaning crucial details from seized documents.

Denmark convicts its own citizens for helping refugees

Hundreds of Danes have been convicted of human smuggling for giving rides to migrants.

ISIS cell with weapons cache busted in Copenhagen

Danish police arrest four ISIS jihadists who fought in Syria and seize weapons and ammo, as Europe remains on high alert.

Denmark refuses to recognize Fatah's terror incitement

PMW sends report on incitement after Danish FM offers to 'reassess' Fatah's 'moderate' categorization - but gets a cold shoulder.

Identities of suspected Copehagen attack accomplices revealed

Four Muslim Danes begin trial today on charges they helped Palestinian terrorist who murdered synagogue guard, filmmaker.

Denmark: 16-year old girl planned to bomb Jewish school

Teen terrorist and her 24-year-old accomplice stand trial today, believed to have plotted to bomb two schools.

Copenhagen attacker's alleged accomplices go on trial

Four Muslims believed to have aided Palestinian-Danish terrorist who attacked synagogue, free speech event, on trial for aiding terror.

New Denmark medal honors slain Jewish security guard

Denmark’s parliament announces a new medal of civil valor that will honor Israeli security guard Dan Uzan.

Denmark under 'serious terror threat' year after attacks

1 year since Palestinian terrorist murdered two at free speech event and synagogue, Danish PM holds memorial under heavy security.

Denmark charges four in connection with synagogue attack

Four men held in connection with attack on Copenhagen main synagogue charged with a terror offence. Their trial will begin March 10.

Denmark warned it is funding Israel's destruction

NGO Monitor speaks at special parliament session, warning huge funds are going to NGOs that act against explicit Danish policy.

Jewish victim of Copenhagen shooting is Danish 'Man of the Year'

Dan Uzan, 37, died protecting 80 Jews in Copenhagen's main synagogue.

Why not to 'joke' about bombs in an airport

Copenhagen's Kastrup Airport evacuated after two men overheard talking about bomb in their bags; men claim to have been 'only joking.'

Denmark raises threat level after Paris attacks

Danish police at 'significantly heightened preparedness' due to 'serious' terrorist threat, in shadow of attacks and attempts in Europe.

After synagogue attack Denmark fights prison radicalization

In wake of shooting by terrorist released from jail two weeks earlier, Denmark launches plans to prevent Muslim radicalization in prison.

Suspect Held after Arson on Copenhagen Mosque

Danish police arrest a man on suspicion of torching a mosque in Copenhagen, causing superficial damage to the building.

Wiesenthal Center Head Seeks Arrest of Danish War Criminal

Efraim Zuroff, chairman of the Simon Wiesenthal Foundation, is in Copenhagen to o file an official complaint against a Nazi war criminal.

Denmark Follows Britain, Warns Against Travel to Tunisia

Danish Foreign Ministry tells citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Tunisia, a day after Britain issued a similar warning.

Interview

What Do the Danish Elections Mean for Israel?

Is something truly rotten for the Jewish state in Denmark? EU-Israel expert Dr. Tsilla Hershco explains the status quo.

Right-Wing Wins in Danish Elections

Opposition takes over in general election, with booming immigrant population highlighted by synagogue attack a key issue.

Buses Torched, Vandalized with Anti-Israel Graffiti in Demnark

Danish police investigating after four city buses destroyed in fire and a fifth vandalized with anti-Israel graffiti in Copenhagen.

Danish Intelligence Chief Steps Down Amid Criticism Over Attacks

Danish Intelligence Chief Jens Madsen steps down ahead of report criticizing handling of twin terror attacks in Copenhagen in February.

BDS Ads Pulled from Copenhagen Buses

Ads claiming boycotting 'settlements' was with 'a clear conscience' pulled for being too offensive; Palestinian groups balk.

Jewish Deli Vandalized in Copenhagen

"Jewish pigs" found scrawled on the walls of a popular eatery last week; police say they are taking the case very seriously.

Copenhagen Terrorist Was Placed with ISIS Supporter in Jail

Despite reports of starting Islamist radicalization in jail, shooter got cell with ISIS supporter; 2 weeks after release he struck.

Russian Jews Donate Funds for Danish Community's Security

After Dan Uzan was killed in attack on Copenhagen's Great Synagogue, Genesis Foundation sends 100,000 euros to Danish Jewish community.

Denmark Arrests Islamists Planning to Kill Defense Minister

Two men of Somali and Pakistani origin arrested for planned attack on minister, then released from custody.

Remand Extended for Accomplices in Copenhagen Attacks

Five suspects believed to have helped Islamist gunman Omar El-Hussein dispose of weapons and clothes after attacks.

Fifth Man Arrested in Connection with Copenhagen Attacks

Copenhagen police arrest a fifth man suspected of being an accomplice of Omar El-Hussein, who killed two people in two attacks.

Mohammed Cartoonist Awarded Danish National Prize

Flemming Rose, culture editor who started the Mohammed cartoon controversy in 2005, given prize for promoting freedom of speech.

Police Raid Apartments Linked to Copenhagen Attacks

Danish police search 8 apartments for more clues in last month's Copenhagen shootings.

Cartoonist Makes First Public Appearance Since Copenhagen Attack

Swedish cartoonist Lars Vilks makes his first public appearance in Copenhagen after surviving last month's attack.

Police Arrest Suspected Third Accomplice in Copenhagen Attacks

Man to be 'charged with complicity' in Omar el-Hussein's murder of two people at a free speech conference and synagogue.

Denmark: No Charges Over Pro-Terrorist Facebook Post

Danish man who posted 'Je Suis' comments for Copenhagen gunman will not be charged for 'condoning terrorism.'

Danish Muslim Group Plans Peace Vigil in Copenhagen

Inspired by the "peace ring" in Oslo, Danish Muslim group planning a vigil in Copenhagen to protest against hate crimes.

Fears Grow in Denmark of Jails as Radical Breeding Grounds

Danes fear Copenhagen shooter became radicalized in jail, and that more Islamic terrorists will emerge from similar path.

Sharansky in Copenhagen: The Jewish People Embrace You

Jewish Agency Chairman attends funeral of security guard who was murdered outside the synagogue in Copenhagen.

Danish Jew Murdered in Terror Attack to be Buried

Volunteer security guard Dan Uzan was murdered in attack on synagogue, leaving major questions about security services failures.

Danish Jewish Radio Station Temporarily Off Air After Attacks

Denmark's Radio Shalom advised by intelligence service to temporarily cease broadcasts "for security reasons".

Danish Police Confirm Identity of Gunman in Copenhagen Attacks

Copenhagen police confirm that 22-year-old Omar El-Hussein is behind the weekend's double shooting.

Hunted Cartoonist: Danish Police Underestimated Terror Threat

Cartoonist Lars Vilks, believed to have been the target of Copenhagen attack, says gunman was better armed than police.

Obama, Danish PM Vow to Fight Anti-Semitism

President Obama expresses solidarity with Denmark, promises to confront anti-Semitism and assaults on freedom of expression.

30,000 Attend Rally to Commemorate Copenhagen Victims

Danish PM says 'Danish Jews are not alone' in massive rally to victims of dual shooting attacks committed Saturday.

Cartoonist Lars Vilks Sent into Hiding After Copenhagen Attacks

Probable target of first Denmark attack on free speech event, Lars Vilks, sent into hiding by Swedish police after latest threat.

Danish PM, Jewish Leader Reject Netanyahu's Aliyah Call

Spokesman for Denmark's Jewish community says they 'value his concern', but won't be heeding PM's call to leave for Israel.

Breaking news

Two 'Accomplices' Arrested in Copenhagen Attacks

Suspects charged with helping facilitate attacks on cafe and synagogue may be minors.

Copenhagen Terrorist Had 'History of Violent Crime'

Danish media say Copenhagen gunman Omar El-Hussein had “a history of violent crime” and had only been freed from jail two weeks ago.

Netanyahu, Herzog Offer Condolences to Denmark

"We must fight together against boundless terrorism," Netanyahu tells Danish Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt.