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Belgian Soldiers Prevent Attack on Hasidic Jews in Antwerp Neighborhood
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · 13 hours ago
What happened
Belgian soldiers stopped a 28-year-old man from attacking Hasidic Jews with an emergency hammer in Antwerp's Jewish quarter on Saturday night. The suspect, known to police, was arrested without injuries reported. The incident highlights growing security concerns for Jewish communities in Europe.
- 01Belgian soldiers prevented an attack on Hasidic Jews in Antwerp on Saturday night.
- 02A 28-year-old suspect threatened worshippers with an emergency hammer and caused disturbances.
- 03The suspect was arrested at the scene; no injuries were reported.
- 04Antwerp is a major center for Europe's Haredi Jewish community.
- 05The incident reflects rising harassment against Jewish communities across Europe.
- 06Belgium recently indicted mohels in Antwerp, causing community protests.
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