
Swedish Education Minister Simona Mohamsson wore a Star of David necklace during a televised debate to raise awareness about rising anti-Semitism in Sweden, sparking both support from the Jewish community and backlash from some critics.
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Anti-Semitic attacks in Sweden have increased significantly since 2023, with over 200 incidents in 2024.
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Increased debate on anti-Semitism policies in Sweden
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