Jews face harassment in nearly 100 countries as global religious hostilities spike, Pew shows

A new Pew Research Center report reveals that Jews face harassment in nearly 100 countries worldwide, as global religious hostilities spiked in 2023. The study found that 55 countries had elevated levels of social hostilities involving religion, up from 45 the previous year. This marks a significant increase in anti-Semitic incidents and broader religious intolerance across multiple regions. The data underscores a troubling trend of rising religious-based discrimination and violence, affecting not only Jews but also other religious minorities. The report highlights the need for international attention and policy responses to address these growing hostilities.

Global Impact

The spike in religious hostilities has broad economic, political, and social consequences. Economically, countries with high religious tensions may see reduced foreign investment and tourism, while insurance and security costs rise.