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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
Recent events in Belgium have raised concerns for Jewish and Israeli travelers. On March 9, 2026, an explosion damaged a synagogue in Liège, which authorities are investigating as an antisemitic act. In May 2026, two Jewish ritual circumcisers were indicted for performing circumcisions without medical credentials, leading to accusations of antisemi...
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Belgian police arrested seven suspects linked to a bomb attack on the Great Synagogue in Liege, deemed an antisemitic act amid rising antisemitism in Belgium.
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timesofisrael.com
Jun 26, 2026

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A Brussels resident warns American leaders that antisemitism spreading across Europe is already arriving in the U.S., urging action before it's too late.
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foxnews.com
Jun 03, 2026
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The EU imposed sanctions on Israeli settlers and expanded sanctions on Hamas, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.
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al-monitor.com
May 28, 2026

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Annabelle Herciger-Tenzer, an Israeli citizen, expressed her dismay after Belgium denied her passport renewal, citing her residence beyond the Green Line.
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timesofisrael.com
May 13, 2026

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Belgium's indictment of three Jewish circumcisers has drawn accusations of antisemitism from Israeli officials and sparked diplomatic tensions.
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timesofisrael.com
May 06, 2026
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I wouldn't feel comfortable being visibly Jew on the street (wearing kippah etc.).
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In Antwerpen where I lived, there is one of the biggest Orthodox communities outside Israel so I believe it would be better there, but still.
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when my Dad went to Brussels, he was told not to wear his kippah walking to shul because people might throw things at him.
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Antwerp is still a very safe and pleasant place for jews.
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I never encountered anti semitism in Brussels and most of my friends are part of the Arabic community.
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