Germany is facing a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents, with officials warning that Islamist and far-left extremist networks are exploiting the war in the Middle East to spread anti-Jewish rhetoric. A study by the Hessian State Office for the Protection of the Constitution found that narratives accusing Israel of 'genocide' and portraying it as a colonial state are increasingly being used to justify hostility and, in some cases, violence against Jews. Interior Minister Roman Poseck described antisemitism as a major threat to social cohesion and said the trend is escalating.

A nationwide survey by the Central Council of Jews in Germany found that 46 of 102 Jewish communities reported antisemitic incidents, including verbal abuse, threats, vandalism and graffiti. Sixty-eight percent of respondents said they feel less safe since the October 7, 2023 attack on Israel, and many reported that broader regional conflicts have further deepened their sense of insecurity. Jewish leaders say a 'new normal' has emerged in which communities require constant protection.

The report also highlights a decline in perceived solidarity from wider society, with only 35 percent of communities saying they feel supported, down sharply from the previous year. Many Jews are avoiding visible signs of their identity or canceling events due to security concerns. Officials warn that antisemitic rhetoric is becoming normalized in public discourse, raising concerns that hostility once confined to the margins is moving into mainstream life.