French Police Fatally Shoot Armed Man Attempting to Burn Synagogue

The suspect, an undocumented Algerian national, was killed after threatening officers with a knife and iron bar in Rouen.

The incident occurred early Friday morning when smoke was reported coming from the synagogue.
The man threw an incendiary device into the synagogue, causing significant damage.
Police shot the suspect, who was armed and confronted them aggressively.
France has seen a rise in antisemitic acts amid the Israel-Hamas conflict.
Investigations are ongoing into both the arson attempt and the police shooting.