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Anti-Semitism

The term "anti-Semitism" refers to any kind of hostility, prejudice, or discrimination against Jews.

The term came into common usage until the 19th century, it is now also applied to historic anti-Jewish incidents. Notably the Holocaust in German-occupied Europe in the 1930s and -40s. Here you can find an automatic compilation of all DW content related to anti-Semitism.

Filmszene - Die Stadt ohne Juden

Century-old movie forewarning of anti-Semitism to screen at German silent film festival 16.08.2018

The Silent Film Festival in the German city of Bonn offers a fresh chance to see long-lost movies. One recently restored film from 1924, A City Without Jews, is likely to trigger some uncomfortable memories though.
DW-Korrespondent Cristian Stefanescu

DW urges probe into Romania police brutality against correspondent 14.08.2018

DW spokesman Christoph Jumpelt has called on Romania to bring the perpetrators to justice. Several journalists, including a DW correspondent, were attacked by police during anti-corruption protests in Bucharest.
Deutschland Wildschwein

Denmark to build controversial German border fence 14.08.2018

Denmark is set to build a fence along the German border in a bid to keep out swine fever. Critics say it won't work, harms wildlife and may only be a symbolic gesture to cater to farmers and anti-immigrant sentiment.

Schweden Feuerwehrmann löscht brennendes Auto in der Nähe von Stockholm

Wave of arson attacks hit cars in Gothenburg, other Swedish cities 14.08.2018

Swedish police have described the arson attacks on cars as "organized and prepared." They come amid growing concern over violence, which could benefit Sweden's anti-immigration Sweden Democrats in the upcoming election.
Rumänien Anti-Regierungsproteste in Bukarest

Romania to probe alleged police violence at protests 14.08.2018

More than 450 people were injured at massive anti-corruption protests on Friday. Prosecutors say they are reviewing footage and interviewing victims in a bid to bring offenders to justice.
USA, Washington: Demonstrationen zum Charlottesville-Jahrestag

White nationalist rally in Washington drowned out by counter-protesters 13.08.2018

A white supremacist rally outside the White House a year after the deadly extremist march in Charlottesville has drawn only a few dozen supporters. The event was overshadowed by thousands of chanting counter-protesters.
Rumänien Verletzte bei Großkundgebung in Bukarest

Why are police clashing with expats in Romania? 12.08.2018

Thousands of Romanian expats returned to their native country for a huge anti-government rally in Bucharest. Authorities responded with a brutal show of force, prompting fresh protests. DW looks at the ongoing troubles.
Deutschland Symbolbild Leben in der Flüchtlingsunterkunft

Germany: Fewer attacks on migrants 12.08.2018

Germany has seen a marked reduction in the number of attacks on refugees and migrant shelters in 2018. Lawmakers have welcomed the lower numbers, but warn of an ongoing "intolerable state of everyday racism."
Deutschland Sichergestellte Waffen von Reichsbürger

Germany cracking down on armed far-right Reichsbürger 11.08.2018

Germany's government has said it confiscated firearms from hundreds of members of the Reichsbürger scene. Authorities have identified some 2,000 more people who identify with Germany's most idiosyncratic far-right group.
China Ethnie der Uiguren

1 million Uighurs in Chinese 'internment camps,' UN hears 10.08.2018

Members of the Uighur community and others Muslims in China have been treated as "enemies of the state" and held in secret camps, a UN anti-discrimination body has said. Beijing has previously denied such camps exist.
Rumänien Bukarest Proteste gegen die Regierung

Romanian expats return home for major anti-government protest, clash with police 10.08.2018

Many Romanians who left their homeland because of corruption, low wages and lack of opportunities returned to rally for the government's resignation. Police responded to the protests with a water cannon and tear gas.
70. Jahrestag der Befreiung des KZ Buchenwald

Buchenwald memorial director rules out working with far-right AfD 09.08.2018

After a dreadful meeting with an AfD lawmaker, the Buchenwald Memorial Foundation said it would no longer directly engage with the party. The lawmaker allegedly trivialized anti-Semitic statements made by AfD members.

Norway's anti-smoking campaign succeeds 09.08.2018

The number of youth smokers has fallen to a record low in Norway. The tobacco industry has lost its fight against a strict government campaign that bans advertising and has hiked up the price of cigarettes to record levels.
Johann König Solidarity Hoodie mit Kippa Aufnäher

Anti-Semitic crime in Germany: 1 in 5 offenses in Berlin 08.08.2018

Police register far more anti-Semitic offenses in Berlin than in any other German state, according to local German media. Berlin is a flashpoint for conflict, a representative of the city's Jewish community told DW.
Friedensnobelpreis Elie Wiesel 1928 - 2016

Romania: Police probe anti-Semitic graffiti at Elie Wiesel childhood home 05.08.2018

Romanian police have opened an inquiry into anti-Semitic graffiti sprayed on the home of Auschwitz survivor and Nobel laureate Elie Wiesel. One of the comments said Wiesel, who died in 2016, was "in hell with Hitler."
Dänemark Protest gegen Burkaverbot in Kopenhagen

Hundreds march against 'burqa ban' in Denmark 02.08.2018

Activists denounced Denmark's ban on full face coverings, saying it unfairly targeted Muslims and represented an encouragement of anti-immigrant sentiments. Muslims make up about 5 percent of Denmark's population.
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