Antisemitic Attack in Rouen, France
French police shot and killed a man armed with a knife and metal bar suspected of setting fire to a synagogue in Rouen amid rising antisemitism in France during the Israel-Hamas war.
Key Points
- Man armed with knife and metal bar set fire to synagogue in Rouen
- Police shot and killed the suspect
- Antisemitic acts have surged in France amid the Israel-Hamas war
Pros
- Quick response by police to prevent further damage
- Acknowledgment of the seriousness of the attack by government officials
Cons
- Loss of life in the incident
- Rising antisemitism in France