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By Goli Innocent
Authorities in Belgium have condemned an early-morning explosion outside a synagogue in the city of Liège, describing the incident as a serious act of anti-Semitism.
The blast occurred shortly before 4 a.m. on Monday outside the synagogue. Although no injuries were reported, the explosion damaged windows in buildings located opposite the place of worship.
Police quickly sealed off the area and established a security perimeter around the street while investigators began probing the circumstances surrounding the attack.
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Liège Mayor strongly condemned the incident and warned against allowing international conflicts to spill into the city.
“The mayor and the city council express their total condemnation of this extremely violent act of anti-Semitism, which is contrary to the Liège tradition of respect for others,” Demeyer said.
He also cautioned residents against importing global political tensions into the local community, referencing the ongoing conflict.
Meanwhile, described the explosion as “an extremely disturbing, serious and worrying anti-Semitic act,” urging authorities to ensure those responsible are swiftly brought to justice.
