France Sees Three Antisemitic Attacks in Four Days

Jewish communities in France were shaken by a series of antisemitic incidents reported within four days, including assaults and public harassment targeting visibly Jewish individuals. Local communal leaders warned that the heightened hostility, amplified since the outbreak of the Israel–Hamas war, has spilled into daily life and made ordinary acts—such as wearing a kippah or a Star of David—feel risky in certain neighborhoods.

Representatives of communal organizations described an “explosion” of antisemitic threats and acts, urging authorities to enforce the law vigorously and ensure that suspects are brought swiftly to justice. They also called for more visible protection around synagogues, schools, and Jewish cultural sites, alongside improved educational efforts to counter extremist ideologies that incite violence and intimidation.

The incidents drew condemnation from national figures and renewed attention to the need for accurate tracking of hate crimes. Community advocates have emphasized that the battle against antisemitism requires not just policing, but a moral stance—by neighbors, educators, and civic leaders—against bigotry in all its forms.

At the same time, many Jewish residents have responded with resilience: recommitting to communal life, gathering for prayer, and offering practical support to those most affected. In the face of fear and anger, they continue to choose solidarity and faith.

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“Father, have mercy on the Jewish people of France. Shield families on their streets, at schools, and in synagogues. Empower leaders to act decisively against hatred, and stir a movement of compassion in French society so that Jewish communities may live in safety and dignity.”