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Fact check: How do historians and scholars view the concept of the Khazarian Mafia?
1. Summary of the results
Historians and scholars overwhelmingly view the concept of the Khazarian Mafia as an antisemitic conspiracy theory with no basis in fact [1]. This theory is often used to justify Russia's invasion of Ukraine and delegitimize Ukraine's right to exist as an independent state [1]. The concept is also seen as a rebranding of older antisemitic tropes, including the blood libel, and is often bundled with tropes about 'globalists' and the 'Rothschilds' [2]. There is no historical or scientific evidence to support the claim that Ashkenazi Jews are descended from the Khazars [3]. The theory has been used to promote antisemitism in Russia [4] and to delegitimize the state of Israel and Zionism [1]. Researchers have found that conspiracy theories, including those related to the Khazarian Mafia, are often linked to antisemitism and can be used to justify violence and hatred towards Jewish people [5].
2. Missing context/alternative viewpoints
Some key context that is missing from the original statement includes the historical origins of the Khazarian myth and how it has been used to promote antisemitism in different regions [4]. Additionally, the statement does not provide any alternative viewpoints from historians and scholars who may have differing opinions on the concept of the Khazarian Mafia. However, all the provided analyses agree that the concept is an antisemitic conspiracy theory [1]. It is also important to consider the social and cultural context in which the Khazarian Mafia conspiracy theory is being spread, including the role of social media and online platforms in amplifying such theories [5].
3. Potential misinformation/bias in the original statement
The original statement may be misleading as it does not provide any context or evidence to support the concept of the Khazarian Mafia [1]. The statement may also be biased towards presenting a particular viewpoint, as it does not provide any alternative perspectives or counterarguments [4] [2] [6]. Russia and other entities that seek to delegitimize Ukraine and Israel may benefit from the spread of this conspiracy theory [1]. Furthermore, antisemitic groups and individuals may also benefit from the spread of this theory, as it can be used to justify violence and hatred towards Jewish people [5].