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2024 Sees Surge in Anti-Christian Hate Incidents in Europe

12/22/2025

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In 2024, Europe recorded 2,211 anti-Christian hate incidents, including 274 physical assaults.
Changes in police recording practices drive the decline, while France, the UK, Germany, Spain, and Austria were affected and arson attacks rose.
The report notes underreporting and criticizes the lack of institutional response to anti-Christian hatred compared with antisemitism and anti-Muslim sentiments.
It argues Christianophobia reflects a deeper ideological conflict about Christianity's public role and policy implications.

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Story summary

In 2024, Europe recorded 2,211 anti-Christian hate incidents, including 274 physical assaults.
Changes in police recording practices drive the decline, while France, the UK, Germany, Spain, and Austria were affected and arson attacks rose.
The report notes underreporting and criticizes the lack of institutional response to anti-Christian hatred compared with antisemitism and anti-Muslim sentiments.
It argues Christianophobia reflects a deeper ideological conflict about Christianity's public role and policy implications.