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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
Recent reports from August 2026 indicate antisemitic incidents at the University of Coimbra, including hostile posters, Hezbollah flags, death threats, and a physical assault targeting Israeli doctoral student Bar Harel. The Portuguese government has initiated a criminal investigation into these allegations. The Israeli government's travel advisory for Portugal remains 'safe to travel,' with no significant diplomatic tensions or widespread hostility toward Jews or Israelis. The Jewish community in Portugal is small but active, and the authorities have taken steps to address these concerns. Given the recent targeted incidents in Coimbra, Jewish and Israeli travelers should nonetheless exercise caution....
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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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