Man attacked in Germany over Israeli flag pin

A 65-year-old man was seriously injured in Hochberg, Germany, after being attacked for wearing an Israeli flag pin. The incident occurred overnight between Sunday and Monday, with a 20-year-old Syrian citizen arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The attacker allegedly struck the victim, knocked him down, and continued kicking him. The victim sustained a fractured vertebra and severe trauma. Israel's Ambassador to Germany, Ron Prosor, condemned the attack, stating, “But one small Israeli flag puts lives at risk. In 2026. In Germany." A protest against antisemitic violence was held in Würzburg, highlighting a significant increase in antisemitic incidents in Germany, with 8,725 documented in 2025, a threefold increase from 2022, and 68% being Israel-related.