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Arson in Jerusalem Synagogue, Religious Graffiti Found Nearby

Early on Sunday morning, June 8, 2025, a fire erupted at the Or Habib synagogue situated on Yam Suf Street in the Sanhedria area of Jerusalem.
The fire department and police confirmed the blaze resulted from deliberate arson, with security footage showing a person entering the synagogue shortly before the fire started.
Firefighters contained the flames rapidly, preventing injuries while the blaze damaged the synagogue, including the ceremonial chair of Rabbi Yitzhak Yosef and some sacred books that were mostly saved.
Officials condemned the incident as a hate crime and antisemitic attack, with National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir, Interior Minister Moshe Arbel, and Religious Affairs Minister Michael Malchieli calling for swift police and Shin Bet action.
The investigation continues as authorities probe possible links between the arson and anti-Semitic graffiti found nearby, underscoring rising concerns over religious tensions in Jerusalem.

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