Antisemitic Attacks Reach Record Highs in 2025

According to a startling report from the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), 2025 was the deadliest year recorded for antisemitic violence since 1994.

The ADL, in concert with the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations, represents the U.S. in the J7 coalition, which includes countries like Australia, Canada, and the U.K.

This year’s report revealed that 20 individuals lost their lives due to antisemitic attacks across various locations, including Sydney, Manchester, Washington, D.C., and Boulder, Colorado. This marked a significant spike in violence against Jews outside of Israel.

Since 2021, antisemitic incidents in the U.S. have surged by 131%. Even though there was a noticeable drop in total incidents from 2024, the 6,274 reported incidents in 2025 included 203 physical assaults affecting around 300 victims.

The J7 Large Communities’ Task Force Against Antisemitism released its second annual report, highlighting over 23,000 antisemitic incidents across J7 nations in 2025. This coalition represents about 90% of the Jewish diaspora around the world.

“Antisemitism in our seven countries has transformed from a temporary spike to a grim new normal. It’s crucial for governments to proactively invest in security, implement stricter laws, and demand that social media platforms adhere to their own policies,” stated the J7 Task Force in a collective statement.

In reflecting on the situation, Jonathan Greenblatt, CEO of the ADL, noted, “The formation of the J7 in 2023 was essential because no nation can tackle antisemitism alone. The data underscores the urgency: 2025 was especially violent for American Jews, with an average of 17 attacks daily. This isn’t isolated to the U.S.; antisemitism remains alarming in every J7 nation.”

William C. Daroff, CEO of the Conference of Presidents, reiterated the report’s implications, stating that antisemitism has escalated into a “sustained global crisis.”

“The J7 Annual Report illustrates that antisemitism is not merely a temporary spike but an ongoing, persistent crisis affecting Jewish communities across all seven nations. The founding of the J7 serves as a reminder that collaboration is essential. Urgent action from governments and tech companies is necessary to bolster security and ensure that Jewish individuals can live openly and safely,” Daroff expressed.