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Man arrested for allegedly vandalizing synagogue in central Israel

Even Yehuda resident, 30, arrested on suspicion of defacing Torah scrolls and tearing holy books at the Yemenite community's Mishkan Shalom synagogue; police will request an extension of his detention

Eitan Glikman | 11.30.25

Famed synagogue of the Sadigura Hasidic dynasty in Ukraine heavily damaged in arson attack

Shock in the Jewish community in the city of Chernivtsi: A mentally unstable man set fire to the Kloiz Kadisha synagogue, causing serious damage. Last month the arsonist, who was apprehended by police, tried to set fire to a church

Itamar Eichner | 11.28.25

חצאים הצתת בית כנסת מלבורן, הצתת בית כנסת מלבורן

Melbourne synagogue arsonist not motivated by antisemitism, judge rules

Angelo Loras, 35, pleaded guilty to arson and endangering lives after he set fire to the front door of the East Melbourne Synagogue on July 4; about 20 worshippers were inside for a Shabbat meal, but no one was injured

Associated Press | 11.24.25

החלון המנופץ של בית הכנסת "קהילת שערי תורה" בטורונטו

Toronto synagogue vandalized for the tenth time in 18 months, police launch manhunt

The Shaarei Torah Congregation synagogue in Toronto was vandalized early Tuesday, the tenth such attack in a year and a half; police are searching for the suspect as Rabbi Joe Kanofsky vows the community will 'continue praying and doing good'

Yogev Israeli | 11.08.25

Torah portion of Vayera

In Vayera, God appears to Abraham as he recovers from circumcision, revealing lessons in kindness, empathy, and prayer; Abraham prioritizes helping strangers over speaking to God, defends Sodom, and teaches that true faith begins with compassion

Hillel Fuld | 11.06.25

בית הכנסת העתיק בקורבין, כפי שהוצג במכירה הפומבית הקודמת

200-year-old synagogue in Belarus up for auction for just $72,000

Once part of the Kobryn Ghetto during World War II, the 19th-century synagogue later served as a factory before falling into disrepair; efforts to restore it as a memorial to the city’s vanished Jewish community have so far failed

Itamar Eichner | 10.30.25

Jewish heritage site to be restored in Morocco, while authorities demolish synagogue in Algeria

Morocco to convert historic Dar Moulay Hachem in Demnat into a center for Hebrew culture, part of a state-backed effort to preserve Jewish memory; in contrast, Algeria razes 19th-century synagogue in Algiers citing safety concerns

Lior Ben Ari | 10.26.25

Rabbi Daniel Walker and King Charles III view floral tributes during a visit to Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue on October 20, 2025 in Manchester, England

King Charles visits Manchester synagogue attacked by Islamic State supporter

Two Jewish worshippers were killed during Yom Kippur services by naturalized British citizen of Syrian origin; during his visit to the synagogue Charles met some of those who had been inside when the attack took place

Reuters | 10.20.25

Remains of 1,500-year-old synagogue uncovered in Yehudiya Nature Reserve in the Golan

An ancient synagogue from 1,500 years ago was uncovered during archaeological excavations in the Yehudiya Nature Reserve in the central Golan Heights; dozens of decorated items, lintels and basalt columns were found at the site

Ilana Curiel | 10.05.25

מנצ'סטר בריטניה עצרת זיכרון לנרצחי פיגוע בית כנסת

Never again is not enough: why Manchester is our warning?

Opinion: The horrific attack in Manchester is not an isolated tragedy but the inevitable result of decades of Jewish denial, complacency, and misallocated leadership. From failed institutions like the ADL to the obsession with social-media campaigns over real security, our people have been left vulnerable while enemies grow bolder. To survive, Jews must embrace Hebraization—raising a generation of Hebrew-speaking, self-defending modern Maccabees who see sovereignty and self-protection as natural as lighting Shabbat candles.

Adam Scott Bellos | 10.04.25

מנצ'סטר אישה צועקת לעבר סגן ראש ממשלת בריטניה דיוויד לאמי בזמן עצרת זיכרון לנרצחי פיגוע בית כנסת

Outrage in Manchester: deputy PM booed, synagogue attacker had rape case, father backed Hamas

Deputy PM David Lammy was booed at a Manchester synagogue vigil after the Yom Kippur attack. The assailant, previously accused of rape, had been freed on bail. His father condemned the attack but had praised Hamas on Oct. 7.

Ynet Global | 10.03.25

After Manchester synagogue terrorist IDed, British Jews recall 'tsunami of Jew-hatred'

Synagogue terrorist Jihad al-Shami, 35, a Syrian who immigrated to Britain as a child and became a naturalized citizen, was eliminated after a 6-minute rampage and stabbing spree, and was wearing fake explosive belt; 3 suspects also arrested; Jews were told to lock doors, and claim inaction in the face of the wave of antisemitism since the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre: 'Everyone knew this day would come'; Vehicles flying Palestinian flags taunted the victims near the scene

Ynet, News Agencies | 10.03.25

Protester Altaf Sharif slams 65-year-old David Zilberberg’s head into the ground

US sues pro-Palestinian organizations, activists over violent synagogue protest

The protesters entered synagogue property in New Jersey, chanting antisemitic and threatening slogans and using high-decibel bullhorns and vuvuzelas and assaulted a 65-year-old Jewish man; the lawsuit requests a prohibition on unpermitted demonstrations within 500 feet of any house of worship in the state

Daniel Edelson, New York | 09.30.25

Suspect arrested in suspected arson attack on Florida Chabad center days before Jewish New Year

Charlotte County Chabad center set on fire days before Rosh Hashanah in what police call a hate crime; suspect apprehended; as Pittsburgh's Jewish Federation reports a major cyberattack, Jewish leaders call for stronger physical and digital security

Daniel Edelson, New York | 09.23.25

Vandals spray ‘Jews did 9/11’ on synagogue in Canada

Synagogues in Halifax are defaced with swastikas and 9/11 conspiracy graffiti in a shocking wave of antisemitic attacks—sparking fear, outrage and condemnation from community leaders

Itamar Eichner | 09.16.25

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