Mar 9 • 07:06 UTC 🇬🇷 Greece To Vima

Belgium: Explosion at synagogue in Liège, what the authorities report

An explosion occurred in front of a synagogue in Liège, Belgium, early on the morning with no reported injuries and an ongoing police investigation into the incident.

In the early hours of the morning, an explosion occurred outside a synagogue in Liège, Belgium, resulting in damage to nearby buildings, including shattered windows across the street. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries as a spokesperson for the city police confirmed. The incident took place around 4 a.m., prompting the authorities to cordon off the area while investigations continue.

The police are currently looking into the causes of the explosion, which has drawn attention from local media, including RTBF. As the situation unfolds, the federal police are expected to take over the investigation and assess the scene for further details. The explosion notably damaged the synagogue, which was built in 1899 and also serves as a museum highlighting the history of the Jewish community in Liège.

This incident raises concerns about security in public spaces, particularly places of worship, and the potential implications it may have for the Jewish community in Belgium. The authorities' response and ongoing investigation will be crucial in determining the causes and any further risks associated with this unsettling event.

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