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The Antisemitism Observatory: When Visibility Becomes Exposure

Leave a Comment / Europe, human rights, International Affairs, north america, The Antisemitism Observatory / Temp

From Berlin and Manhattan to France, Britain, Italy and Michigan, this week’s evidence repeatedly turns on a person, place or institution being identifiable as Jewish. The cases occupy very different legal stages, but together they show why visibility, reporting and proof cannot be reduced to a single incident count. Publication date: November 1, 2026 Coverage

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The Antisemitism Observatory: The Evidence Has Moved From Counts to Courts

The Antisemitism Observatory: The National Security Dimension Is Now Explicit

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Manchester’s suspected plot has become a formal terrorism prosecution, Belgian officials have attributed attacks on Jewish sites to an Iran-inspired campaign, and New York has placed antisemitism inside a citywide security and civil-rights strategy. The classifications differ, but none supports a conclusion that antisemitism is broadly declining.

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The Antisemitism Observatory: What Courts Count—and What They Do Not

Leave a Comment / Europe, human rights, public affairs, The Antisemitism Observatory, United States / Frank Farnel

The Antisemitism Observatory highlights that current evidence does not support a broad decline in antisemitism. Various cases illustrate that reports, investigations, and court outcomes differ in nature, with some courts proving violence but rejecting antisemitic motives. Overall, statistics reveal persistently high levels of antisemitism since October 2023.

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A Concert Canceled, a Holiday Secured

Leave a Comment / France, International Affairs, The Antemitism Observatory / Frank Farnel

During the week of September 7–13, 2026, France implemented heightened security for Jewish worship while a venue canceled a concert featuring Jewish artist Barbara Butch, reflecting challenges in maintaining Jewish public participation. This highlights the distinction between protective measures and actual participation, amid concerns over rising antisemitism and community engagement.

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The Antisemitism Observatory: One Monthly Dip, a Larger Warning

Leave a Comment / antisemitism, human rights, International Affairs, Security, Uncategorized / Frank Farnel

New York recorded fewer anti-Jewish hate crimes in August, but the broader evidence does not establish a decline in antisemitism. Year-to-date cases increased, while developments in France, Britain, and Australia showed continuing violence and security pressures. The Antisemitism Observatory examines what the latest figures reveal—and what they do not.

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Antisemitism This Week: Guilty Pleas, New Records, and the Limits of Headline Totals

Leave a Comment / antisemitism, human rights, International Affairs, Public Affairs & Communication / Frank Farnel

This week saw four guilty pleas in the arson case of Jewish ambulances in London, alongside the conclusion of Australia’s public inquiry into antisemitism. New data indicates that antisemitic incidents remain significantly higher than pre-October 2023 levels across several countries, casting doubt on claims of a broader decline in antisemitism.

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Who Decides What Counts? Antisemitism, Evidence, and the Week’s New Cases

Leave a Comment / global affairs, human rights, Law and Justice, Security / Frank Farnel

Recent cases of antisemitism from New York, Belfast, Australia, and France emphasize the importance of distinguishing evidence and legal classifications when reporting incidents. Despite some lower recorded totals, overall antisemitism remains high, with violence and hate crime rates increasing in many regions, contradicting claims of a general decline.

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When Access Becomes Conditional: Global Public Affairs and Government Relations Weekly Report

Leave a Comment / international business diplomacy, Public Affairs; Government Relations; Regulatory Strategy, Weekly Report / Frank Farnel

This week’s report highlights significant developments in public affairs, notably the fallout from failed U.S.–Canada trade negotiations that resulted in new tariffs. It emphasizes the increasing trend of conditional market access influenced by national security and regulatory frameworks, affecting trade, procurement, and foreign investments across multiple regions.

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Global Weekly Antisemitism Report: August 10–16, 2026

Leave a Comment / antisemitism, Global Antisemitism / Frank Farnel

Antisemitism remains alarmingly high worldwide, with over 23,000 incidents reported in 2025 across seven key nations. Countries like Canada and Germany set record highs, with online hate and the influence of political conflicts exacerbating the situation. Consistent data collection remains a challenge, highlighting the need for improved monitoring and reporting systems.

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