Germany’s Bundestag has adopted a contentious resolution aimed at intensifying penalties for antisemitism, a response to rising antisemitic incidents reported in the past year, including property damage and hate speech. While proponents argue it protects Jewish life, critics claim it stifles free speech and targets pro-Palestinian voices. Key measures include cutting funding to organizations that promote boycotts against Israel. Opposition voices, including notable musicians and scholars, warn that the resolution conflates criticism of Israel with antisemitism, potentially curtailing open discussions on the matter.

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