85th Anniversary of Kristallnacht Commemorated Amid Rising Antisemitism, German Nazi Forces Destroy over 7000 Jewish Businesses, Arrest 30,000 Jewish Men, Killing over 100 Jews

The 85th anniversary of Kristallnacht, a night of anti-Jewish violence in 1938, was commemorated with tributes and discussions on the rise of antisemitism. German Nazi forces and civilians attacked Jewish businesses and homes, leading to the destruction of over 7000 Jewish businesses, arrest of 30,000 Jewish men, and killing of over 100 Jews. Chancellor Olaf Scholz promised to protect Germany’s Jews against a spike in antisemitism. The event was linked to a recent spike in antisemitism following Hamas’s attack in Israel. The anniversary served as a reminder of the fear Jews feel worldwide.