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Jewish/Israeli symbols should be kept to a minimum
In recent months, Belgium has experienced a series of antisemitic incidents, including an explosion near a synagogue in Liège on March 9, 2026. Authorities have heightened security measures, deploying military personnel to protect Jewish communities. The Israeli government has issued a 'be cautious when traveling' warning for Belgium. Given the sev...
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Experts warn that a group claiming responsibility for antisemitic attacks in Europe may be a front for Iranian intelligence, raising concerns for Jewish communities.
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timesofisrael.com
Mar 25, 2026
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Two minors have been arrested in connection with a car burning in the Jewish quarter of Antwerp in what is being treated as an antisemitic attack.
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timesofisrael.com
Mar 25, 2026
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A series of antisemitic attacks across Europe, including a car torching in Belgium, has prompted increased security measures.
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devdiscourse.com
Mar 24, 2026
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Belgium has deployed soldiers in major cities to protect the Jewish community following recent antisemitic attacks, including an explosion at a synagogue in Liege.
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reuters.com
Mar 23, 2026
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Belgium increases security for its Jewish community following an antisemitic attack on a synagogue in Liège, with military deployment announced by the Prime Minister.
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foxnews.com
Mar 18, 2026
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Activists protested at the Free University of Brussels, demanding an end to its collaboration with an Israeli defense company linked to military technology.
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middleeastmonitor.com
Mar 18, 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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