Anti-LGBTQ violence in Israel rose sharply in 2025, national queer and trans violence report finds

432 homophobic or transphobic physical incidents were reported in Israel in 2025, with a rise in violence, attacks in public spaces, and incitement against the LGBTQ community documented by The Aguda's report. Carefully planned lynch ambushes carried out through dating apps have been reported, with a significant increase in physical violence against LGBTQ people compared to previous years. Widespread exposure to homophobia has been found, with 91% of participants experiencing homophobia at some frequency.