Helpless teachers

Der Spiegel: Germany has seen both a rise in anti-Semitism and a solidarity movement with Israel. A big rally against anti-Semitism is expected in Berlin. 10,000 people are expected, it would be nice if there were many, many more. After all, in contrast, many German cities also have larger pro-Palestinian demonstrations. Since the recent Hamas attack on Israel, anti-Semitism has increased markedly in Germany, making Jews feel unsafe. The question is raised as to whether society and politicians are underestimating the problem. The SPIEGEL team found that teachers in schools are helpless and confused, and have difficulty discussing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Attempts to discuss the Middle East conflict objectively with migrant children or to emphasise Germany’s special responsibility usually fail – due to predetermined worldviews, emotions and disinterest. But there are encouraging examples of people like Imam Ender Cetin and Rabbi Elias Drey, who are working together to dispel prejudice and answer questions about the conflict in schools. Their efforts have intensified in the wake of the recent violence. Thus, unconditional empathy for the innocent victims of the conflict on both sides should be a prerequisite for understanding the complex situation.

The entire article can be read at the link https://www.spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/news-israel-gaza-krieg-olaf-scholz-migration-markus-soeder-javier-milei-argentinien-jim-jordan-a-5736058f-1f76-465f-89e4-446b894ea451