Belgian authorities investigate explosion outside synagogue in Liège classified as anti-Semitic act
Belgian authorities have launched a probing investigation into an explosion that occurred early on Monday morning in front of a synagogue in Liège. The blast, which took place around 4:00 am local time, has been classified by local officials as a targeted act of anti-Semitism, resulting in damage to the synagogue and surrounding buildings, although fortunately, no injuries have been reported. Liège's mayor, who described the incident as "anti-Semitic," has underscored the seriousness of the situation. The investigative efforts are being led by prosecutors specializing in organized crime and terrorism, reflecting the heightened concerns regarding such targeted attacks in Belgium.... [Continue Reading]
Belgium vows to fight antisemitism after synagogue blast
The Belgian prime minister has vowed to combat anti-Semitism after a pre-dawn blast damaged a synagogue in eastern Belgium, with prosecutors in charge of organised crime and terrorism heading up the investigation. [Continue Reading]
Synagogue in Belgium damaged in explosion
A synagogue in Belgium has been damaged in an explosion in what authorities have said was an "antisemitic" attack. [Continue Reading]
Belgium at risk of becoming ‘narco-state’, judge warns
President of Antwerp court says international drug crime is posing danger to social stabilityInternational drug crime poses a danger to social stability in Belgium, a senior judge has said, after his colleague warned the country was evolving into “a narco-state” where mafia groups were forming “a parallel force” in society.Bart Willocx, the president of the Antwerp court of appeal, said Belgium was vulnerable to criminality from drug smuggling through the city’s vast port, one of the main entry points into Europe for cocaine smugglers. Continue reading... [Continue Reading]
