In 2025, France recorded 1,320 antisemitic incidents, marking a significant increase from the previous year and the highest number in decades. This surge underscores the persistent and escalating nature of antisemitism in the country.
The Service de Protection de la Communauté Juive (SPCJ) reported that 67.4% of these incidents targeted individuals, with 126 cases involving physical violence. The majority of these acts occurred in private settings, highlighting the pervasive nature of the issue. Notably, 53% of all anti-religious acts in France were antisemitic, despite the Jewish population constituting less than 1% of the national demographic.
The rise in antisemitic acts is closely linked to geopolitical events, particularly the Hamas attacks on Israel in October 2023. This conflict has been cited as a catalyst for the increase in antisemitic incidents, with 33% of the reported acts referencing the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
The French government has acknowledged the severity of the situation. In July 2026, Minister Aurore Bergé unveiled a new three-year national plan (2026–2029) to combat racism, antisemitism, and discrimination, known as PRADO. The plan includes 55 measures, such as increased training for educators and law enforcement, and the development of AI tools to prevent recruitment bias. However, activists and non-profits have criticized the plan's lack of ambition and implementation gaps from prior versions.
The persistence of antisemitism in France calls for a multifaceted approach, combining education, legislation, and community engagement to address and mitigate this deeply rooted issue.