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Paris Synagogue Ransacked, Jewish-Owned Shops Targeted
Yahoo • • world
Key Points:
- A Paris synagogue was ransacked and Jewish-owned businesses were damaged during nationwide riots in France, raising fears of antisemitism amid rising anti-Jewish incidents, though no religious motive has been confirmed for the latest attacks.
- The Ohalei Yaakov synagogue in Paris was vandalized with religious items scattered, but Torah scrolls remained untouched and no antisemitic graffiti was found, suggesting the break-in may not have been specifically targeted.
- Riots also affected Marseille, where some allege Jewish businesses were targeted, though Jewish security officials caution against unverified claims of selective attacks.
- Nationwide unrest, driven by protests against living costs, education, and spending cuts, saw up to 800,000 participants, violent clashes, historic building fires, and over 2,400 arrests.
- Jewish leaders have called for a state of emergency and increased security, citing a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents since 2023, linked to heightened tensions following the Hamas-Israel conflict.
