The Central European country of Switzerland on Friday became the 36th country to adopt the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's working definition of antisemitism.
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"This definition can serve as an additional guide for identifying antisemitic incidents within the framework of the various measures to combat antisemitism in Switzerland," the Federal Council, the Swiss government's executive body, said in a statement, Friday.
Accusing Jewish communities of being collectively responsible for Israel's alleged actions is an example of antisemitism, according to the IHRA definition.
Antisemitic attacks against Jews spiked globally during the 11-day conflict between Israel and Gaza Strip-based terrorists last month.
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The Swiss Federation of Jewish Communities and the Platform of Liberal Jews of Switzerland issued a joint statement praising the move by the Swiss government.
"It is very pleasing that the Federal Council also wants to strengthen measures against antisemitism and racism. Both umbrella organizations continue to offer their expertise on this issue and are open to cooperation in specific fields of action," the statement read.
This article was first published by i24NEWS.
