Montreal Synagogue Targeted in Second Arson Attack in 14 Months

The Congregation Beth Tikvah firebombing follows a rise in antisemitic incidents in Canada since October 2023, police confirm investigation is ongoing.

Montreal police are investigating an arson attack at the Congregation Beth Tikvah synagogue in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, the second such attack on the site in just over a year.
Witnesses reported seeing a suspect fleeing the scene after an incendiary device caused minor damage, including broken glass and smoke damage to the synagogue and a nearby Jewish community building.
This attack is part of a broader surge in antisemitic incidents across Canada following the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel and subsequent regional tensions.
Jewish community leaders and organizations have condemned the attack, calling it a disturbing reminder of persistent antisemitic hatred and urging stronger action from authorities.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Montreal Mayor Valérie Plante have denounced the attack, pledging to hold the perpetrators accountable and ensure the safety of Jewish communities.

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