Anti-Christian attacks in Israel increased last year: report
A report from the Rossing Center indicates that anti-Christian attacks in Israel rose significantly in 2025. The study documented 155 incidents of harassment and violence against Christian communities, primarily in Jerusalem's Old City. Factors contributing to this trend include social tensions and religious-nationalist dynamics, with clergy being the most targeted group.
- ▪The Rossing Center reported 155 cases of harassment and violence against Christians in 2025.
- ▪Most incidents involved physical assaults, vandalism, and intimidation, particularly targeting clergy.
- ▪Nearly half of Israeli Jews surveyed view Christianity as dangerous and believe entering a Christian church is forbidden.
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News Anti-Christian attacks in Israel increased last year: report According to data from the Rossing Center, many Israeli Jews increasingly view Christianity as something dangerous and best kept at a distance. Crosses and Israeli flags on roof of a building in Haifa, IsraelIgal Vaisman / Shutterstock.com GaetanoMasciullo Gaetano Masciullo Wed May 20, 2026 - 12:22 pm EDT JERUSALEM (LifeSiteNews) — Christians in Jerusalem and across Israel faced increased harassment and violence in 2025, according to a new report about recent incidents documented in the Old City.
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