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CFCA: The Coordination

2010 and Tendency

The Coordination Forum for Countering Antisemitism Yearly Evaluation

for 2010Present situation

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The Coordination Forum for

Countering Antisemitism

The Coordination Forum for Countering Antisemitism - Yearly Evaluation: 2010

Present Situation and Tendencies

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Table of Contents

Executive Summary 3

Detailed Present Situation and Cut Scene Evaluation 6

Germany 6

Austria 7

Belgium 8

Great Britain 8

France 10

Russia and the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) 11

Hungary, Czech Republic Greece and Sweden 12-13

Latin American Scene 14

United States 15

Australia and South Africa 16

Turkey and Iran 17

Appendix 18-19

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Executive Summary

The report is based on data which has been collected and published on the Forum for

Countering Antisemitismswebsite. Naturally, the numbers of events deployed in this

report do not reflect the sum of all events which have actually taken place and at times

the data is significantly different from the data published by the different Jewish

communities. Never the less, all data reflects the tendencies as we see it.

In comparison to 2009, there has been a slight decrease in Antisemitism activities

during 2010 which has created a record in the sense of frequency of Antisemitismactivity. This is in-light of operation Cast Lead

The de legitimating campaign and demonization of Israel is a central threat against

Jewish communities.

Fundamental Islamic groupsincreasing tendency to adopt the Neo-Nazi Ideology

has increasingly grown

During the year of 2010 a decrease in the number of antisemitic incidents has been

noted throughout the world as well as a decrease in their severity. This is in comparison

to 2009 which has been a record year in light of Operation Cast Lead. The numbers of

Antisemitic incidents during that time have still remained significantly high whencompared to those of the 1990sand it appears that Antisemitism is in fact rising.

Furthermore, the report states that organized activity for the de-legitimating of Israel as

a free country has increased during the year of 2010. The blurring of boundaries

between legitimate criticism towards Israel and its demonization have become a

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substantial strategically threat not just to the state of Israel but on Jewish communities

throughout the world.

The Antisemitism Phenomenon is still growing and finds its expression through

propaganda and Antisemitic incitement, spraying swat stickers and hatred slogans,physical violence against Jewish people,

Attacks on Jewish establishments and facilities, desecration of gravestones, provocative

political statements and attempt to carryout acts of terrorism. Poles that have taken

place in Europe have shown that a third of the continents population hold a negative

point of view regarding the Jews and that more than before, people allow themselves to

speak out publicly against the Jewish people.

Although many countries are aware of the Antisemitic phenomenon and hold ongoingactivities against it, it appears that this awareness does not influence the level of

Antisemitism among the public. The violent Antisemitism is actually carried out by a

small portion of the population however it is supported by growing sections of the public

both in the Muslim and Western world.

The danger to Jewish communities by Muslim communities around the world is

perceptible and ongoing. Physical attacks on Jews and on Jewish facilities are

happening on a daily basis and especially in West Europe. Some of the attacks are

extremely eminent: The attacks which have taken place in the U.S.A, in India and in

Turkey, attacks on Jewish establishments in Kirghizstan, Egypt, France, and Germany

and in Belgium. As well as Antisemitic incidents in Sweden and the synagogue in

Malmo this has become a regular target.

The main threat to the state of Israel and Jewish communities during 2010 has

been the De Legitimization campaign, revoking Israels right to exist as a Jewish

country. This present year has registered an ongoing worsening of this activity which

has been led by both Palestinian and extreme left wing Antisemitic organizations. The

most outstanding event has been of course the Gaza Flotilla Raid of May 2010. Most

countries which held demonstrations against Israel did not end up becoming violent

against the Jewish communities. There have been exceptions in France and in Austria:France had 15 violent attacks against Jews including the attack of a Jewish young man

in the Subway of Paris. Stones which were thrown towards a Habad delegate and

incendiary bombs were thrown at a Jewish home for the elders. In Austrian 17 attacks

took place after the Gaza Flotilla Raid. Five of which were violent ones.

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2010 has shown an increase in use of Nazi propaganda by extreme Islamic

elements. Besides denial of the Holocaust, a well know phenomenon, there have been

throughout this year efforts to promote the idea which claims that the Holocaust was

an additional link in a number of incidents in which European Jews have been

murdered for their crimes and it should be considered as a model for solving the

Jewish problem.

Another Phenomenon noted has been themodern blood libel which began in Sweden

during 2009 and claims that Israel has been reaping out Palestinians organs. This year,

this blood libel has been pronounced in Ukraine, Algeria, Haiti, Kosovo and the

Moldavia Islands. An expedition of Israeli eye doctors which had been sent towards the

end of 2010 to assist the local community in the Moldavia Islands was welcomed by

demonstrations, burning of the Israeli flag and cries for the banishment of the doctors

whom, according to the demonstrators have come to chop of their limbs.

Iran continues to be an additional center for spreading antisemitism: The Iranian

government continues to use Antisemitism as a strategic weapon against Israel and

guides different groups in Anti-Israeli and Anti Semitic activities, especially in Europe

and in Latin America. In addition to its activity with Left wing groups and Islamic

organizations, this year has proven a significant enforcement of Irans relations to

extreme right wing organizations including Neo-Nazis in Hungary, Greece, and France

and in Chile. In the latter, a group of Neo Nazis was caught while trying to carry out a

violent act against Jews. It was later discovered that the group was under Iranian

orders.

Furthermore, there has been a strengthening among the extreme right wing in

Germany, Austria, Greece, Sweden and Hungary where in the latter, the extreme right

wing party, the JOBBIK has won 47 out of 386 parliament seats.

In the Slavic nations of the CIS, the frequency of Antisemitic incidents continued to be

low. The situation of the Jewish communities in the Muslim countries in the CIS remains

sensitive and depends on the non-religious regimes. In this manner, as a response tothe political changes in Kirghizstan, a Antisemitic incitement had began and a bomb

was thrown at the Bishkek Synagogue during the Days of atonement and Anti-Jewish

slogans were written on the buildings walls.

During this present year, agents of the Jewish committee in Holland and in Belgium

have spoken in favor of leaving Europe due to the Antisemitic climate.

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Detailed Present Situation and Cut Scene Evaluation:

The European front:

Germany

In Germany There have been no change in the total sum of antisemitic incidents during

2010 in comparison to 2009 (53 incidents in 2010 compared to 50 in 2009) yet, the

increase of violent incidents (10 violent incidents in 2010 compared to 4 in 2009). A

significant increase in Antisemitic incidents had accorded after the Gaza Flotilla Raid

(31st of May). It will be noted that during the previous year an Antisemitic increase

related to Israel has accord due to the countys Palestinian policy Which is probably the

result of a large Turkish population living in Germany (28 incidents compared to 8

during the same time last year and 14 incidents that took place during the 6 months

prior to the Flotilla Raid).

In addition, there has been an increase in incidents against Jews carried out by

Muslims, especially those of Turkish and Kurdish origin.

Among the most violent incidents that took place during 2010 were throwing incendiary

bombs towards the new synagogue in Mainz, the burning of a synagogue in Wormsand

an attack on an Israeli dance group. According to the German Ministry of Interior, every

10 days, a Jewish cemetery is being desecrated.

A Jewish cemetery desecrated in BremenThe Synagogue of Worms set on fireSetting fire to the Jewish cemetery

entrance door in Drezden

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The Authorities battle against Antisemitism

Germany is outstanding in its commitment to the Antisemitic battle. Merkel, president of

Germany and the ruling party (CDU) are continuously demonstrating their support of

Israel and Germanys commitment to battle Antisemitism and perpetuation of theHolocaust.

The political system and the Law Enforcement Authorities take felonies of racial and

Antisemitic motives very seriously and activate a suitable penalization system:

A. The court in Saarbrcken has sentenced Udo Pastrs, the leader of the National

Democratic Party (NPD) to 10 months of incarceration,as well as a fine of 6000

Euros after he has publicly spoke against the Turkish and Jewish communities in

Germany.

B. Retired citizens were sentence to incarceration on parole for denial of theHolocaust.

C. Thilo Sarrazinwas fired from his position as member of bankmanagementas a

result of his statements against Jews and Muslims.

Austria

During this current year, a significant drop in the total of Antisemitic events has been

noted, this alongside with the specific increase in number of Antisemitic events and their

severity due to the Gaza Flotilla Raid. And so, following the Flotilla, 20 violent incidents

have accord in comparison to the average of one incident during a normal month.

Naturally, Most of the activity after the Flotilla has been generally initiated by Muslim

elements and by the Turkish public in particular. Within this frame, the anti Israeli

demonstrations have stood up and proved to be of Antisemitic flavor as well as the

condemnation of Israel and its policy towards the Flotilla.

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Belgium

When compared to 2009, Belgium has demonstrated a decrease in Antisemitic events

during 2010. (20 events during the course of 2010 compared to 41 in 2009) as well as in

violent incidents in particular (9 incidents in 2010 compared to 16 in 2009). Yet thethreat and its potential by Muslim fundamentalists towards Jewish communities have

grown.

Among the most violent incidents during 2010 were the attack on a young Jewish

student in Antwerp and the throwing of a incendiary bomb on a synagogue in the city.

An incendiary bomb thrown at a synagogue

door in Rue de la Clinique in Anderlecht

An Antisemitic spraying on a shops door in Bruxelles

Great Britain

In the course of 2010 a decrease in number of Antisemitic incidents in Britain has

occurred, including in the number of violent incidents. (639 incidents during 2010

compared to 926 in 2009).

The high level of Antisemitic and Anti-Israeli propaganda has been evident by

demonization and de-Legitimacy of Israel by left and right wing extremists, Pro-Palestinians and Muslim radicals. This drastic increase has been mostly evident in

Universities.

The Pro-Palestinian radical left, which includes some Israeli and Jewish Academics as

well as professional unions, continues to promote initiatives for boycotting academic

institutions and Israeli products (so far with no avail) within the framework of an Anti-

Israeli campaign which contains Antisemitic expressions. By doing so, these elements

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are contributing to the hostile environment towards Israel and its supporters. These

elements have continued to call out for the prosecution of Israeli officers visiting Britain

in light of their involvement in what are supposedly war crimes.

Significant Events

See detailed report of the CST

The Authorities battle against Antisemitism

1. A governmental reportof battling Antisemitism has been published.

2. The government has declared its funding of security in Jewish schools.

3. Member of The House of Lords, Baroness Jennytonge, was dismissed from her

position after asking to investigate the rumors implying that the IDFhasstolen

body organs in Haiti.

4. Although the governmental policy of battling racial and Antisemitic events, in

most cases, those responsible remain unpunished.

It is our assumption that the authorities battle alongside significant activity of the Jewish

community and the cooperation between them has contributed to the decrease in

number of Antisemitic incidents in Britain this year. In addition, there are moderate

Islamic elements who have been trying to calm everybody down. However, the level of

Antisemitic activity in Britain is still of the highest in Europe and the world and will

probably remain this way. Elements of the left wing are now conducting a wide scale

campaign against Israel while receiving great support from academic spheres, elements

in parliament and in the main professional unions influence the increase in hostility

towards Israel and the Jews and are indirectly legitimizing acts of violent against Jews.

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France

Despite the decent in the number of Antisemitic incidents during the year of 2010 in

comparison to 2009 (466 incidents in 2010 versus 832 in 2009 according to SPCJ

data), the level of violence remained high and included sever physical assaults whichwere carried out in most cases by a single attacker. According to our understanding,

this phenomenon indicates the influence of incitement against the Jewish people which

is affected by a wide range de-legitimating activity against Israel which is lead by both

Muslims and Left wing organization.

Dozens of tombstones smashed in

a Jewish cemetery in the North-

East of France in the city of Le-Duc

Stones thrown at a Jewish school in

Grenoble

A religious Jew attacked in

Strasbourg by knife and iron

rod

The Authorities battle against antisemitism

The French authorities penalize policy against Antisemitic elements continues.

Towards both right extremists and the Black Antisemitic movement (which has not been

active this year although legal activity in regards to its crimes in the past continues). In

this manner, the Sentences on the 7 people involved in the murder of Ilan Halimi have

been exacerbated and the broadcasting of Egyptian Antisemitic television received in

France has been terminated.

The French Governments efforts to enforce the boycott prohibition law are evident. On

the other hand, the voices calling for boycott activity are multiplying and are playing by

the value of Freedom of Speech.

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Russia and the CIS

Throughout Russia and the CIS, a low level of Antisemitic incidents has been kept while

registering a decrease in the number of violent events (3 violent events in 2010 in

comparison to 8 in 2009).

Neo-Nazi and national organizations in the Slavic countries continues to act against

Jewish symbols (such as the bombing a Synagogue in the city of TVER in Russia ) yet

they center for now most of their activity against illegal immigration in those countries

Bombing in the TVER synagogueAntisemitic pamphlets in

the streets of TVER

A demolition charge thrown at a

Synagogue in Bishkek

During the year of 2010, the Russian Neo-Nazi parties continued to demonstrate their

power by marching through the streets and taking responsibility for threats sent toJewish communities as well as signing Antisemitic pamphlets. The organization

members continued to spread literary and documentary material and were busy in

assimilation of the Third Reichs ideology among potential support groups.

Although a clear undertaking of the Russian government to battle Xenophobia has been

noted, several political elements continue to promote racial initiatives in the society. On

June 10th an assembly of right wing extremists took place at the Russian parliament

which was sealed by a signed declaration accusing the Zionists in committing genocide

against the Russian people.

The Jewish communitiescondition in Muslim countries continues to be sensitive

and depends on the stability of the regimes. During the political uprising in

Kirgizstan, before stabilizing its regime, there were many Antisemitic emotions which led

to publicly speaking against Jews and later on throwing a demolition charge at the

Bishkek synagogue during festivities of the Month of Tishri.

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Hungary

The year of 2010 was marked by the JOBBIK Party and its gaining of power. It is a right

wing extreamest party which holds a Nazi ideology. Party leaders (third in size) use an

Anti-Israeli fundamentalist rhetoric method. The party acts on the edge of the law anduses the Hungarian Legal system and legislation which is not firm enough.

The Maggyar Grada, the military arm of the JOBBIK and which was band from activity

by the court has changed its name to the New Hungarian Guard and continues its work

although with less intensity then in the past.

During the year there have been 25 registered Antisemitic acts which constitute a rise

compared to 2009. However, it will be stated that most racial acts of the Hungarian right

wing are aimed towards Gypsies.

Czech Republic

In general, the level of Antisemitism in the Czech Republic is low. During this year there

have been 7 Antisemitic incidents. The Czech government continues to carry out a low

tolerance policy and an efficient battle against Antisemitism and the activities of fascists

organizations.

Greece

There have been 10 registered Antisemitic acts in Greece in 2010. The most significantone was setting fire to the Synagogue in Hania, Crete. This happened twice during the

month of January 2010. On the Political scene, the uprising of the extreme right wing

party in general (11%-12%) and particularly the rising of the fundamentalist right wing

party Chrisi Avagi, which hold a Neo-Nazi ideology during the municipal elections.

Sweden

Sweden was home to 19 registered Antisemitic acts in 2010 compared to 15 in 2009.

These acts included hatred pamphlets, bombing of the Malmo synagogue and throwing

stones at the Jewish community building. It will be stated here that although therelatively low number of incidents, there exists an Anti-Israeli atmosphere and

Antisemitism is clearly eminent. The assumption is that the number of acts is in fact

much higher than that reported.

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The clear and present danger to Jewish communities in Sweden today is by local

radical Muslim elements which are responsible for clear Antisemitic acts and their

integration with extreme left wing elements.

Most acts reported have taken place in Malmo which is a city with a large Muslim

population and a great number of young and unemployed who may be a comfortable

recruiting target by fundamentalist elements.

The town mayor is Llmar Reepalu, an Anti-Israeli who has compared Zionism to racism

and has declared his understanding of violence towards Jews due to Operation Cast

Lead.

The Authorities battle against antisemitism

The Swedish Authorities demonstrate tolerance and forgiveness towards Antisemitic

expressions, by doing so they give such expressions legitimization. There is hardly any

public debate or reference to the issue of Antisemitism.

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The Latin American Scene

General

When compared to 2009, the 2010 data reflects a decrease in number of Antisemitic

incidents in the Latin American Scene.

In 2010 there have been 30 Antisemitic incidents on the Latin American scene

compared to 82 in 2009. Most have been Antisemitic sprayings near to different Jewish

Institutes. In addition, there have been acts of Jewish cemetery desecrations.

Venezuela

The incitement tendency in the media which is guided by president Chaves regime

continues. It includes reports with a clear Antisemitic flavor.

Chile

During the months of August to September there has been a clear increase in

Antisemitic acts which included threats against the president of the Jewish communities

as well as spraying of hatred notes on Buildings belonging to the Jewish community in

Santiago. These acts were carried out by right wing extremists who have cooperated

with Muslim elements in the south of the country which are supported by Iran.

Antisemitic sprayings on the JewishCommunitys building in Rio Negro

Antisemitic sprayings on theJewish Communitys building in

Conception

A swat sticker on the outer wallof the Jewish school in Rio De

Janerio

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The United States

The year of 2010 has registered a decrease in Antisemitic incidents and in its level of

violence. This is based on partial data of the Forum for Countering Antisemitism s

website (the complete data will be published by the ADL on March 2011). 179 incidentsin 2010 compared to 251 in 2009. 11 of them were violent compared to 27 in 2009.

Although the partial data, it does reflect our vision of the tendency.

Most incidents were in fact spraying of hatred inscriptions and Swat Stickers on Jewish

institutes and homes public grounds and in campuses, desecration of cemeteries,

arson of synagogues and Jewish property (cars, doorposts and more).

Jews have been attacked, especially in the city of New York and particularly in Orthodox

neighborhoods.

Dozens of gravestones desecrated

in a Jewish cemetery in Brooklyn

A Jewish teacher hospitalized after

being cruelly bitten

Flayers calling for killing Jews

The Authorities battle against antisemitism

The United States holds advance legislation in regards to racial and Antisemitic crimes.

Within it arrests are being made, prosecutions, punishments and even firing from work

place based on racial discrimination. (Helen Thomas, Rick Sanchez). However, it is

very rare that offenders are being caught and punished.

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Australia

All in all there has been a decrease in the recent year in number of Antisemitic incidents

when compared to the previous one, in which number of incidents reached a record in

verbal harassments and there has been noted a sharp increase in Antisemitism over theInternet, yet there were no incidents in which lives were in danger. There has been a

sharp increase in Antisemitic incidents due to the Gaze Flotilla.

South Africa

Most of Antisemitic incidents in South Africa are characterized as plotting. We do not

have any information of violent assaults during the course of the previous year.

The Antisemitic in South Africa is mostly expressed in the de-legitimization activitywhich is supported and encouraged by the government. The boycott campaign against

Israel is highly active in South Africa and is supported by the professional unions. In this

way the consumers boycott against LOVE products was lead, COSATU (professional

unions) activists entered shops, took Israeli merchandise and called upon shop keepers

to stop selling it. In addition, the Johannesburg University called for terminating all

cooperation with the Israeli Occupation and the boycott of the Beer Sheva University.

The Apartheid week took place in South Africa Between the months of February and

September. During which Pro-Palestinian and Anti-Israeli activities took place during 5

weeks. Muslim Organizations take part in the de-legitimization activities in South Africa.

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Turkey

The Turkish Flotilla which constituted the most significant Antisemitic event of 2010 had

set out and was lead by the Turkish IHH organization an Islamic organization with a

clear Antisemitic policy. It will be noted in this context that even before the flotilla hadset sail (in April); threats were made to attack the Jewish community in Turkey as a

demand to release an IHH activist who has been arrested in Israel.

The Flotilla events had serious repercussions on the hostile Antisemitic atmosphere in

Turkey (as well as in Turkish communities in the European countries) and enhanced the

fear for the well being of the Jewish community.

The Turkish government is doing great efforts to keep the Jewish community in Turkey,

both by declarations denouncing Antisemitism and by actions (such as the arrest of a

young man who had planned to murder Jewish Rabanim in the month of June). Still, the

verbal attacks on Israel contribute to the promotion of the hatred industry which was

evident during 2010 by distribution of films, series and Antisemitic books (most eminent

event has been the film ambush in wolf valley.

Iran

The Iranian Antisemitism constitutes a central layer in the Annihilation of Israel Doctrine.

As in prior year, Iran continued to promote an official Antisemitic policy lead by an

industry of denial of the Holocaust.

Alongside the directing and funding of well-known Antisemitic elements around the

world, signs of acceleration in development of relations with fundamentalist right wing

organizations in Europe and in South America have been noted while encouraging

some of these elements to take violent actions against Jews. As part of this framework

we have witnessed a rise in right wing Antisemitic activity in Chile this year.

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Antisemitic events in 2010 compared to 2009 - Worldwide

Violent Events in 2010 compared to 2009 - Worldwide

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Anti - Semitic Events2009 - 2010

Total Desecration Threat Plotting Propaganda Violent Event

Anti-Semitic Events in 2010 - Categories

Total Desecration Threats Plotting Propaganda Violent Event