German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, visibly moved during the reopening of a synagogue in Munich, pledged to confront rising antisemitism in the country.
At an emotional ceremony in Munich, Chancellor Friedrich Merz fought back tears as he addressed the reopening of a local synagogue, a symbol of resilience for Germany’s Jewish community.
expressed profound regret over the resurgence of antisemitic attitudes, declaring that he felt “deeply ashamed” such hatred continues to surface in German society.
He promised to combat “all forms of old and new antisemitism,” stressing that both government and citizens must remain vigilant against hate-driven extremism.
The synagogue’s reopening was hailed as a milestone for restoring Jewish life in Germany, but Merz’s address underscored the challenges that endure amid rising concerns over antisemitism across Europe.
