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Seven Detained in Belgium Over Synagogue Blast Probe in Liège

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Seven Detained in Belgium Over Synagogue Blast Probe in Liège
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What happened

Belgian police detained seven people in searches tied to the March 9 bombing outside a synagogue in Liège. No one was hurt, but the blast caused heavy damage and is being investigated as a federal terrorism case. The attack prompted Belgium to deploy soldiers to protect Jewish sites, especially in Antwerp.

  • 01Seven suspects were detained in searches tied to the Liège synagogue bombing.
  • 02The March 9 blast caused major damage but no injuries.
  • 03Belgian prosecutors described the case as a possible terrorist offense.
  • 04Belgium later deployed troops to guard Jewish institutions and Antwerp’s Jewish quarter.
  • 05The synagogue reopened about two months after the attack.

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WallaCenter · Hebrew2 hours ago
Seven Detained in Belgium Over Synagogue Blast Probe in Liège
YnetCenter · Hebrew4 hours ago
Belgium Identifies Suspects in March Explosion Near Liège Synagogue

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