News for German German Jewish leader calls on next government to be proactive against Jew hatredDr. Josef Schuste praises government for creating anti-Semitism commissioner, urges next government to continue its proactive policies. German court delays ruling on far-right partyGerman court won’t decide before election on whether Alternative for Germany party cane be put under observation. German Foreign Minister confident deal with Iran can be reachedGerman Foreign Minister Heiko Maas says he is confident reaching a deal to save 2015 nuclear deal is possible within weeks. First late night Jewish talk show to debut on Germany TVShow will delve into various aspects of Germany Jewish identity over the course of eight episodes. Germany: Islamist extremism suspected in knife attackGerman investigators suspect Islamic extremist motive behind deadly knife attack in Wurzburg. Germany approves law banning Hamas flagGermany's Bundestag passes law outlawing symbols of groups designated as terrorist organizations by the EU, including Hamas. Three killed in knife attack in German town of WurzburgThree people killed and six wounded in stabbing attack in town located between Munich and Frankfurt. Motive not yet clear. German media firm CEO: If you’re anti-Israel, look for a new jobCEO of Axel Springer responds to complaints about company flying Israeli flag in show of solidarity with Jews against anti-Semitism. Report: Germany to ban flag of HamasAll parties in Germany's coalition agree to ban flag of Hamas following recent anti-Semitic incidents.Frustration mounts at Germany’s inaction on anti-Israel Kuwaiti AirwaysJewish groups and MPs question why statements critical of the airline's refusal to fly Israeli passengers have not led to action. German troops sent home from Lithuania after charges of anti-Semitism and racismGerman NATO troops in Lithuania as part of a NATO mission accused of hateful behaviour at a hotel party. West won't push for anti-Iran resolution at IAEA board meetingBritain, France, Germany, US will not push for resolution against Iran despite its failure to explain uranium traces found at three sites. Jewish man assaulted in BerlinPolice investigating Jewish man’s report of being punched in the face and abused with anti-Semitic language while walking home in Berlin.German authorities outlaw organizations which aided HezbollahGerman authorities outlaw three organizations accused of fundraising for Hezbollah, which was banned in the country last year. Germany: Synagogue window shattered near FrankfurtGerman police block 200 protesters chanting anti-Semitic slur from reaching synagogue. EJC: 'Hateful & false narratives about Israel fueling hate & attacks on Jews in Europe'European Jewish Congress strongly condemns attacks on German synagogues. ‘Free Palestine’ spray-painted on synagogue in Spain'Alllah hu akbar' painted on synagogue in Spain, protesters in London curse Jews. European countries condemn Israel for construction in JerusalemFrance, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Britain condemn Israel for approving construction in the Har Homa neighborhood of Jerusalem. Study: German “gangsta rap” promotes antisemitism among youthGerman researchers find that young people easily adopt the antisemitic worldview found in gangsta rap. German man accused of sending 100 threatening neo-Nazi lettersString of letters signed with neo-Nazi group abbreviation mostly sent to activists fighting antisemitism and racism. European countries denounce postponement of PA electionsFrance, Germany, Italy and Spain urge PA to announce new date for elections as soon as possible. 2/3 of Makkabi Germany soccer players experienced anti-SemitismNew survey shows that anti-Semitic incidents are far too common experience for Jewish soccer players in Germany.German Ambassador to US: Anti-Semitism must be confrontedEmily Haber says Germany has a “special responsibility” to take action against the rise of online anti-Semitism and anti-Semitic attacks.Report: Berlin sees pandemic spike in anti-Semitic attacksAnti-Semitism commissioner admits that German capital "has an anti-Semitism problem." Race to replace Angela Merkel heating up for parliamentary blocTwo rivals contending to replace Merkel as Germany’s conservative candidate in the upcoming September election are going toe-to-toe. Six Israelis misbehave on plane, arrested in GermanyLufthansa claims that the men refused to wear a mask, drank alcohol and disturbed other passengers.German far-right party to campaign for end to COVID restrictionsGermany's AfD party has a history of controversial statements, particularly surrounding the Holocaust. Iran and world powers to discuss nuclear agreementOfficials from Iran, China, Russia, France, Germany and Britain will meet virtually to discuss possible US return to 2015 nuclear deal. German military searches for two rabbis for its 300 Jewish soldiersGerman Defense Minister says she is "humble and grateful" that such a development is happening only 75 years after the Holocaust. Rivlin to hold short visit to EuropePresident Rivlin will hold meetings on the dangers of Hezbollah, the intensification of Iran’s nuclear project, and the ICC. German court says former Nazi camp guard is unfit to stand trialGerman court halts proceedings against 96-year-old former camp guard in Stutthof, but rules he must pay his own legal fees. European countries drop planned condemnation of IranFrance, Britain and Germany dropped resolution criticizing Iran for suspending some IAEA inspections. European countries to seek condemnation of IranBritain, France and Germany will put forward a resolution condemning Iran's suspension of UN nuclear inspections. Attacker of Jewish student in Hamburg sent to psychiatric hospitalGerman court orders man who attacked a Jewish student in Hamburg this past October to be sent to a psychiatric hospital.Germany urges Iran to accept US overturesGermany's Foreign Minister: Iran should accept the offer of diplomacy that’s on the table, including from the United States.European countries condemn Iran for restricting IAEA inspectionsBritain, France and Germany urge Iran to reverse all measures that reduce transparency after it halts IAEA inspections. German President: Jewish life threatened by anti-SemitismGerman President Frank-Walter Steinmeier says it is necessary to counter the anti-Semitism that is threatening Jewish life. Former Nazi guard agrees to be questioned by German prosecutors95-year-old former Nazi concentration camp guard deported from Tennessee agrees to be questioned by German prosecutors. Germany: Jew suffers life-threatening injuries, attacker won't go to jailAssailant who beat up kippah-wearing Jewish man in front of German synagogue will not go to jail. Blinken to counterparts: US prepared to talk to IranSecretary of State tells European counterparts that the US is prepared to engage in discussions with Iran. Chief Rabbi of Berlin thanks German Foreign MinisterRabbi Yehuda Teichtal thanks German Foreign Minister for his response to the decision of the International Criminal Court against Israel.Germany: Anti-Semitic hate crimes hit upward trend in 2020New report finds authorities logged at least 2,275 crimes with an anti-Semitic background until the end of January 2021. A Jewish librarian spied on New York Nazis in the 1930sFlorence Mendheim pretended to be a Nazi sympathizer, attending meetings and gathering material for the American Jewish Congress. Germany: Our legal view on the ICC hasn't changedGerman Foreign Minister sides with Israel after ICC ruling it can probe Israeli "war crimes" in Judea, Samaria, Gaza and eastern Jerusalem. Former Nazi camp guard charged in GermanyGerman prosecutors charge 100-year-old man who allegedly served as guard at Sachsenhausen concentration camp.Germany charges former Nazi camp secretary with complicity in murdersFormer female secretary from Stutthof concentration camp charged with complicity in murders of 10,000 people. Ministers call for two-state solution for Israel-PA conflictMunich Group, made up of Foreign Ministers of Egypt, France, Germany and Jordan, meets in Cairo, urges US involvement in peace talks.Germany extends lockdown until January 31German government tightens curbs on social contacts and will limit people’s movements in the regions most affected by COVID-19. German ministers send Hanukkah greetings in HebrewSenior German government ministers participate in special clip initiated by the Chief Rabbi of Berlin and Chabad emissary.Germany announces partial lockdownGermany's non-essential shops and schools to close amid a rise in coronavirus cases.Germany calls for negotiations with Iran on broader dealGerman Foreign Minister Heiko Maas expresses hope that Biden will change US policy on Iran. Germany extends partial lockdownPartial shutdown will be extended until at least December 20 in an effort to reduce rate of COVID-19 infections. Germany could start vaccinating population next monthGerman Health Minister says country could start administering shots of COVID-19 vaccines as soon as next month.Five people injured in stabbing in GermanyFive people injured in stabbing in western German town of Oberhausen. Motive believed to be a family dispute.German FM: Biden's election an opportunity for US to rejoin Iran dealGerman Foreign Minister Heiko Maas: US under Biden has opportunity to rejoin Iran nuclear accord. Rivlin: The virus of antisemitism is tougher than coronavirusPresident Reuven Rivlin hosts event marking 82 years since Kristallnacht. Germany investigating recent knife attack as terror incidentKnife attack that killed one tourist and seriously injured another in Dresden in early October being treated as a terrorist attack. |
