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In recent months, Portugal has experienced notable antisemitic incidents, including the targeting of Israeli doctoral student Bar Harel at the University of Coimbra, leading to a government-initiated criminal investigation. Additionally, the Israeli ambassador called for the cancellation of a Kanye West concert in Algarve due to alleged antisemitic remarks by the artist. Despite these events, the Israeli government maintains a 'safe to travel' status for Portugal, advising travelers to exercise normal precautions....
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Portugal’s attorney general has been asked to investigate alleged antisemitism, threats, and incitement targeting Israeli doctoral student Bar Harel.
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An Israeli PhD student at the University of Coimbra, Portugal, reported antisemitic posters and personal threats, including calls for a "Holocaust for your family." The Portuguese prosecutor's office has requested a criminal investigation into the incidents....
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ynet.co.il
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The Israeli ambassador in Portugal calls for the cancellation of Kanye West's concert due to his antisemitic remarks.
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user in I feel like my world is shrinking
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Portugal is fine. I was there after Oct 7, didn’t find it antisemitic.
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user in Anti‑Israel on a tour traveling in Portugal
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Generally, Portugal is one of Europe's least antisemitic countries.
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user in Visiting Portugal?
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A woman in Castelo Branco told me that everyone in that region had Jewish ancestry, including herself.
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user in Visiting Portugal?
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I was there last year after Oct 7. People are super friendly, the country is beautiful and I have not noticed Palestinian flags or anti‑Jewish sentiments.
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user in Europe as a tourist post‑10/7?
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No problems in Portugal. Some 'Palestina Viva' signs, but I told lots of people I was Israeli and got only friendly responses.
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