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Teen Charged Over Alleged Nazi Salute Outside UK Synagogue
German Jewish Leader Receives Death Threats After Calling to Ban AfD
Bill Maher Links 'Genocide' Rhetoric on Gaza to Rising Antisemitism

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You're listening to Antisemitism Watch, I'm Rachel Adler.

In the UK, a 19-year-old has been charged over an alleged Nazi salute outside a synagogue in Borehamwood, police reported. The incident comes as police have increased patrols in the area for the Jewish High Holy Days, reflecting heightened security concerns.

In Germany, Charlotte Knobloch, a prominent leader of the Jewish community in Munich, has received death threats, German authorities reported. The threats were made following her public call to ban the far-right AfD party.

On HBO's 'Real Time,' host Bill Maher addressed the ongoing conflict in Gaza. Maher critiqued public figures, including musician Macklemore, for labeling Israel's actions as genocide. Maher stated that this discourse reflects 'moral confusion' and contributes to rising antisemitism globally. He argued that such declarations can lead to an increased justification for hatred towards Jews, a pattern he noted aligns with historical antisemitism.

In North American education, Jewish organizations are launching a 'Bill of Rights' initiative. They are urging school boards to enhance Holocaust education, antisemitism training, and complaint procedures within schools, according to reporting reviewed for this episode.

I'm Rachel Adler, thank you for listening to Antisemitism Watch.

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Sources:
- thej.ca: https://thej.ca/2026/09/12/teen-charged-over-alleged-nazi-salute-outside-borehamwood-synagogue/
- timesofisrael.com: https://www.timesofisrael.com/liveblog_entry/german-jewish-leader-receives-death-threat-after-call-to-ban-far-right-afd/
- thej.ca: https://thej.ca/2026/09/12/jewish-groups-launch-bill-of-rights-to-combat-antisemitism-in-north-american-schools/
- news.ssbcrack.com: https://news.ssbcrack.com/bill-maher-critiques-macklemore-and-anti-israel-celebrities-during-rosh-hashanah-special/