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Artists weigh in on controversial ‘The Zone of Interest’ Oscar speech
Jonathan Glazer's words on Oscar night have been labelled “morally indefensible” and "reprehensible." Now, several Oscar-winning directors have weighed in - including 'Son of Saul' director László Nemes and 'Amy' director Asif Kapadia.
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Euroviews. We should learn from Bulgaria’s no-nonsense approach to antisemitism
As antisemitism has risen to record levels all over the world in recent months, the Bulgarian government is to be commended for understanding rapidly evolving attacks on Jews and the Jewish State, Robert Singer and Prof Rumyana Marinova-Christidi write.
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Gaza dialogue amid controversy: We meet the Tiny Space Initiative
While the highly politicised 74th edition of the Berlinale ended with the announcement of an investigation and accusations of antisemitism, there was one small location trying to do some good during the festival. Euronews Culture met the people behind the Tiny Space initiative.
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Antisemitism and criminal charges: Berlinale controversy explained
A highly politicized edition of the Berlin International Film Festival ended last weekend, but divisions surrounding political messaging are ongoing. The Berlinale is now embroiled in controversy which severely tarnishes its reputation. Here’s why.
Euronews Witness
Can Germany be neutral when it comes to the Gaza war?
Germany is divided over the war in Gaza amid an increase in reports of hate crimes against German Jews and members of the Arab community. How are the authorities responding? Euronews Correspondent Monica Pinna investigates for Euronews Witness.
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Roger Waters dropped by music publisher BMG over Israel comments
Waters' antisemitic statements "have infuriated his former bandmates". Now, German-based international music company BMG, which combines the activities of a music publisher and a record label, is reportedly cutting ties with the artist.
France
Antisemitic acts rise in Belgium and France amid Gaza conflicts
Many European countries have registered a rise in reported antisemitic acts and rhetoric since the outbreak of the war.
Reports show physical and verbal attacks towards Jewish people have risen sharply in the western European nations since the Israel-Hamas war began back in October.
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Kanye West apologises to Jewish community for antisemitic comments
The spirit of Christmas must be upon Ye, as the controversial rapper has made an apology to the Jewish community for his repeated antisemitic comments. Reconciliation at last, or strategic amends before his new album drops?
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Stephen Fry’s alternative Christmas speech condemns antisemitism in UK
Airing on British TV after King Charles III's annual speech, Stephen Fry will address the rise of antisemitism in the UK following the 7 October attacks. Elsewhere, the British actor and broadcaster has been praised for his message about people struggling during the holidays.