Three synagogues struck by gunfire

Three synagogues in Toronto—Temple Emanu-El, BAYT, and Shaarei Shomayim—were targeted in shooting incidents within days of each other, raising alarms about rising antisemitism in Canada. Ontario officials condemned the violence, with Premier Doug Ford calling it a “vile and targeted act of antisemitism.” Despite strong statements from leaders, concerns persist about the safety of Jewish institutions, as the frequency of attacks continues to escalate, prompting fears of more severe incidents.

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