Are Austrian politicians responsible for increased anti-Muslim hate crimes?

The rise in hate crimes towards Muslims in Austria is part of a broader trend that has real and negative ramifications for their safety in Europe.

A summary of attacks on Muslims in Western countries

Anti-Muslim attacks have steadily increased in the past few years worldwide.

Austrian politics sees significant rise in Islamophobia

A study by an NGO revealed that in 2018 senior politicians in Austria participated in 20 campaigns against Muslims.