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Axel Springer has to be boycotted

Axel Springer SE, Europe’s largest publisher and owner of Germany’s leading newspaper Bild, strongly supports Israel. This stance intensified after Hamas's October 7 attack and the conflict in Gaza. Publications under Springer, like Die Welt, have expressed strong support for Israel, and the company's CEO has condemned slogans like “from the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,” aligning with the German government's stance. However, Axel Springer makes money on Israel’s illegal settlements, as its Israeli classifieds website, Yad2, lists real estate in these settlements, which are considered illegal under international law.

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History of Axel Springer

Axel Springer SE, founded in 1946 by Axel Springer in Hamburg, Germany, initially started as a small publishing house with a focus on newspapers. The company quickly grew to become one of Germany's largest media organizations, renowned for its innovative approach to journalism and strong emphasis on quality reporting. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, Axel Springer expanded its portfolio, launching influential newspapers such as Bild and Die Welt, which helped establish the company's reputation in both national and international markets.

In the following decades, Axel Springer SE continued to evolve, adapting to the changing media landscape by embracing digital transformation. The company expanded into various media segments, including online platforms and magazines, and made strategic acquisitions to enhance its global presence. By the early 2000s, Axel Springer had established itself as a leading digital media company, investing heavily in digital content and technology. Today, Axel Springer SE is known for its diverse media portfolio, which includes newspapers, magazines, digital content, and advertising, maintaining a strong commitment to innovation and quality journalism in the digital age.