On February 9th, a 13-year-old Jewish boy was attacked and robbed by a group of five youths in Paris. The incident occurred around 7 PM, when the assailants threatened the boy with a knife, demanding his belongings. They managed to steal his headphones, coat, and shoes while physically assaulting him by punching him in the face and throwing him to the ground. The boy was in a kippa, which made his Jewish identity clear, leading the attackers to insult him with anti-Semitic slurs.

According to police sources, the boy was on his way to synagogue at the time of the attack. The assault highlights ongoing concerns regarding anti-Semitic violence in France, especially against individuals visibly identifying as Jewish. Following the incident, one of the suspected attackers has been apprehended and is currently in police custody, as authorities investigate the case further.

The Paris prosecutor's office has condemned the attack, affirming a commitment to addressing hate crimes and ensuring the safety of minority communities. This incident is part of a broader trend of rising anti-Semitic attacks in France, which has alarmed various human rights organizations and prompted calls for increased security around places of worship and Jewish community centers.