A comprehensive report released by the Institute for the Study of Global Antisemitism and Policy (ISGAP) has concluded that Israel's military actions in Gaza are a primary driver of rising antisemitism across the globe. The study, published on Monday, documents a 40% increase in antisemitic incidents in 2025 compared to the previous year, with the sharpest spikes occurring shortly after major Israeli operations.
Key Findings of the Report
The report analyzed data from 30 countries, including the United States, France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Australia. It found that antisemitic attacks—ranging from online harassment and vandalism to physical assaults—rose significantly in the weeks following Israeli airstrikes and ground incursions in Gaza. In the US alone, incidents jumped by 55% in the month after the escalation in March 2025.
According to ISGAP director Dr. Rachel Cohen, “Israel’s actions are being used by extremist groups to justify and incite hatred against Jews worldwide. The correlation is undeniable. Every time there is a major military operation, we see a corresponding surge in antisemitic activity.”
Global Impact and Responses
European countries experienced a 35% rise in antisemitic incidents, with France reporting the highest number of attacks. In Germany, the government recorded a 42% increase, prompting Chancellor Olaf Scholz to condemn the trend and call for stricter enforcement of hate crime laws.
The report also highlighted a rise in antisemitic rhetoric on social media platforms, with hashtags calling for violence against Jews trending in multiple languages. “The digital space has become a breeding ground for hate,” said Dr. Cohen. “Platforms must do more to remove content that incites violence.”
Israeli officials have rejected the report’s conclusions, arguing that it conflates criticism of Israel with antisemitism. A spokesperson for the Israeli Foreign Ministry stated, “Israel has the right to defend itself. Blaming us for antisemitism is a dangerous distraction from the real perpetrators of hate.”
Long-Term Implications
The ISGAP report warns that without a change in Israeli policy and international intervention, antisemitism will continue to rise. It calls for governments to invest in education programs that combat anti-Jewish stereotypes and to hold perpetrators accountable. Jewish community leaders worldwide have expressed alarm, urging for a coordinated response.
In Australia, the Executive Council of Australian Jewry reported a 30% increase in antisemitic incidents in 2025, with synagogues and Jewish schools targeted. “We are deeply concerned,” said council president Jillian Segal. “The government must act decisively to protect our communities.”
The report comes amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East, with no ceasefire in sight. As the situation evolves, the global Jewish diaspora remains on edge, facing a rising tide of hate that shows no signs of abating.
