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German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier has called for the protection of Jewish life in Germany in the wake of rising anti-Semitic incidents in the country. In a speech at the annual Central Council of Jews in Germany conference, he emphasized the importance of taking a stand against anti-Semitism and ensuring the safety of the Jewish community.
Steinmeier acknowledged that anti-Semitism is a part of Germany’s history, but stressed that it should not be normalized or accepted. He condemned recent incidents, including the attack on a synagogue in Halle in 2019, and expressed concern about the increase in anti-Semitic crimes in the country.
The president highlighted the responsibility of the state to protect its citizens and ensure their fundamental rights. He called for strong measures to be taken against hate crimes, including anti-Semitism, and stressed the need for education and awareness to combat stereotypes and prejudices.
Steinmeier also emphasized the importance of dialogue and collaboration between different religious and social groups. He called for a society where diversity is celebrated and where everyone, regardless of their faith or background, feels safe and included.
The German president’s speech comes at a crucial time when anti-Semitic incidents are on the rise not only in Germany but also across Europe. It serves as a strong message that Germany is committed to standing up against hate and intolerance.
It is crucial for political leaders to take a firm stand against anti-Semitism and to ensure the safety and protection of Jewish individuals and communities. By highlighting the responsibility of the state, promoting education and awareness, and fostering interfaith dialogue, Germany can work towards creating a society that is inclusive and free from discrimination.
Steinmeier’s call for the protection of Jewish life in Germany is a significant step towards fighting anti-Semitism and building a more tolerant and accepting society. It sends a message that hatred and discrimination have no place in modern Germany, and that the country is committed to protecting the rights and freedoms of all its citizens.
The German President said: Frank Walter SteinmeierToday, Sunday (October 22, 2023), thousands of people gathered Demonstration against anti-Semitism In solidarity with Israel, he said, standing in front of the historic Brandenburg Gate in the center of the capital Berlin, that this protection is the mission of the state, “but it is also a civic duty,” and he continued: “I really hope that all people in our country take on this civic duty.”
Against the backdrop of the anti-Semitic riots of recent years, Steinmeier stated that “it is unbearable for today’s Jewish women and men to feel fear again, especially in this country.”
He added that it is also intolerable that Jewish parents are forced not to send their children to school, and that the Holocaust memorial in Berlin is protected by the police.
“Every individual attack on Jewish men and women, and on Jewish institutions, is a shame for Germany… Anti-Semitism is a red line,” Steinmeier said, adding that hatred of Israel expressed forcefully on the streets cannot be tolerated . .
The German president added that the terrorist attacks… agitation About Israel, news and photos: “It also hurts us deeply here in Germany.” He pointed out that after the Hamas attack on Israel, nothing will remain the same for the people of Israel and for all Jewish women and men. said: “Such a large number of Jewish women have never been murdered.” “And the Jews have been like that since the end of the Holocaust.”
Steinmeier continued: “Israel has the right to defend itself in the face of this terrorism. Germany is strongly helping Israel in this issue,” while pointing out that terrorism also affects people in the Gaza Strip, and Hamas is only pretending to have their interests.
Addressing the relatives of the hostages kidnapped by Hamas, the German president said: “We Germans are suffering, and we pray and beg with you,” adding that the Germans intend to do everything they can to release the hostages . Steinmeier called on the hostage takers to release the innocent hostages.
In his speech at the demonstration, Israel’s ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor, warned of the spread of “Hamas terrorism,” referring to the riots witnessed by Germany in recent days that were considered anti-Semitic.
For his part, the CEO of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, Daniel Putman, called for greater protection for the country’s Jews. “We demand more declarations of intent. We demand more than just expressions of solidarity. We demand action,” Putman told thousands of participants in the march denouncing anti-Semitism at the Brandenburg Gate.
The German Chancellor, Olaf Scholz, and the German Ministers of Defense and Foreign Affairs, Boris Pistorius and Annalena Baerbock, respectively, paid solidarity visits to Israel, following the attack launched by Hamas from Israel. Gaza Strip It included launching rockets, storming towns in southern Israel, taking hostages and transporting them to the Gaza Strip. In response to the attack, Israel is launching intensive airstrikes on the Gaza Strip 24 hours a day.
It is noteworthy that the Hamas movementAndIt is an armed Palestinian Islamist group classified as a terrorist organization by Germany, the European Union, the United States and other countries.
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