A recent explosion in Amsterdam has come under investigation by the police, as a familiar extremist group has claimed responsibility for this incident. The explosion damaged an office building in the city and caused a small fire, which was quickly extinguished by guards. Fortunately, the blast resulted in only minor damages. It remains unclear whether the building is connected to the Jewish community in Amsterdam.

This follows another explosion that occurred Saturday morning at a Jewish school, which did not result in any injuries. The same group that took responsibility for the office building explosion also claimed responsibility for the attack on the school. The police are currently investigating if the two incidents are connected, as they may point to a concerning pattern of targeted violence against the Jewish community.

Amsterdam's mayor, Femke Halsema, characterized the school attack as a 'deliberate assault on the Jewish community,' highlighting the rising tide of antisemitism that the Jewish community in Amsterdam continues to face. Halsema stated that this situation is unacceptable and calls for urgency in addressing acts of hatred directed at marginalized communities.