European Cities Face Rising Antisemitism, Anti-Muslim Hatred

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The events in the Middle East have led to an unprecedented upsurge in antisemitic and anti-Muslim incidents in Europe. During the thematic debate on 26 March, Congress members shared both recent information regarding their local authorities and also best practices for preventing violence and restoring intercultural dialogue on a lasting basis.

Local and regional authorities are once again on the front line when it comes to addressing daily risks of violence. Social and cultural peace is currently under greater strain than ever in major European cities in which various religious and cultural communities live side by side.

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