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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
Austria has experienced a significant rise in antisemitic incidents since October 2023, with 1,520 cases recorded in 2024, a 32.5% increase from the previous year. The first half of 2025 saw 726 incidents, slightly fewer than the 808 in the same period of 2024 but still markedly higher than pre-2023 levels. The majority of these incidents are attri...
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The EU's rights watchdog reports that gaps in data hinder efforts to combat antisemitism across Europe.
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manilatimes.net
Jan 27, 2026
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A new period drama on BBC iPlayer highlights Vienna's troubled atmosphere and rising antisemitism in the early 1900s.
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mirror.co.uk
Jan 26, 2026
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A hand grenade was found near a synagogue in Vienna, but authorities ruled out any antisemitic intentions as the device lacked explosive material.
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reuters.com
Jan 04, 2026
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I was in Vienna last summer … and felt very safe.
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A Jewish friend of mine who used to live in Vienna told me that anti‑semitism is still a big problem there. She also said ... she experienced rude awakenings more than enough …
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Visible Jew here—no problems but please stay in the inner 9 districts and come say hi at Chabad!
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It is currently safe and relatively quiet. I saw an interview on TV with a Jew who said that he has been taking off his kippah on his way home ever since.
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