'Europe must become more Jewish' says owner of Telegraph and Politico

Mathias Dopfner, CEO of Axel Springer and owner of The Telegraph and Politico, stated at the World Jewish Congress in Geneva on May 11, 2026, that “anti-Zionism is racism.” He called for increased Jewish immigration to Europe to counter Christian and Muslim influence. Dopfner's speech included anti-immigrant rhetoric, calls for censorship, and criticism of musicians, artists, universities, and the UN. He previously urged journalists at Politico to support Israel or resign, raising concerns about newsroom independence.