synagogue
Coverage of synagogue in the Nexus archive.
- New Jersey man who rammed car into Brooklyn synagogue sentenced to time served and a week
A New Jersey man who drove his car into a Brooklyn synagogue was sentenced to time served plus seven days. The judge ruled the act a property crime rather than a hate crime and mandated mental health treatment.
- Over a dozen Torah scrolls stolen from synagogue in Paris suburb
Over a dozen Torah scrolls were stolen from a synagogue in a Paris suburb. The president of the local Jewish community association stated the theft was carried out by a professional team and that only Torah items were taken, highlighting their immeasurable value.
- Inside the Hamptons power synagogue that’s become the ultimate political pitstop
A Hamptons power synagogue has become a prominent political gathering spot, described by Rabbi Marc Schneier as 'a Jewish country club.'
- Hateful vandal hurls feces and motor oil at two NYC synagogues
A vandal threw feces and motor oil at two synagogues in New York City, targeting individuals who were praying. The act was described as an attack on worshippers, indicating malicious intent.
- Weapons found in car parked near synagogue in Paris Jewish suburb; terror probe launched
Weapons, including a military-grade rifle and handgun, were found in a stolen vehicle parked near a synagogue in a Paris Jewish suburb, leading to the evacuation of approximately 300 people. French authorities have launched a terror investigation, though no motives or suspects have been identified.
- Hundreds evacuated from Paris suburb after weapons found near synagogue
Three hundred people were evacuated in Sarcelles, a suburb north of Paris, after a suspicious vehicle containing guns, including a military-grade weapon, was discovered near a synagogue. French anti-terrorist prosecutors have launched an investigation.
- Convicted of attempted murder for stabbing Jewish man by synagogue, Swiss teen avoids jail
A Swiss teen was convicted of attempted murder for stabbing a Jewish man near a synagogue, with the court finding he intended to kill more people inside the house of worship. His age limited his sentence to a maximum of one year in prison, which was later commuted.
- Man who previously pled guilty to anti-Jewish threats is charged with hate crime for defacing synagogue
Kevin Charles Pyles, who previously pled guilty to terrorism-related threats targeting the Jewish community, is now charged with a hate crime for defacing a synagogue. The new charge relates to an act of vandalism against the synagogue.
- New Jersey man, 22, allegedly planned ISIS attack on synagogue, DOJ says
A 22-year-old New Jersey man is alleged to have planned an ISIS attack on a synagogue, according to the DOJ. He discussed potential attacks on U.S. targets, including places of worship.
- Police drone video shows duo accused of burglary in Sunny Isles Beach
Two Ukrainian men, Alexander Sokol and Andriy Chernous, were accused of stealing items from the Blue Grass Motel in Sunny Isles Beach. A witness intervened, and police arrested them at the motel, seizing a silver Infinity SUV. Both face burglary charges, with Sokol released on a $10,000 bond and Chernous released outright.
- Man charged with felony hate crime for attacking Jewish man near L.A. synagogue
A 21-year-old man, Semaj De Leone James, was charged with a felony hate crime for allegedly attacking a Jewish man near a Los Angeles synagogue. He was arrested on May 19 by the L.A. County District Attorney’s Office, which filed the charge as part of its investigation.
- Man who threatened to kill synagogue manager and said 'it would be good' to blow up Jewish school jailed for five years
A man has been sentenced to five years in jail for making threats to kill a synagogue manager and expressing support for bombing a Jewish school. The case involved serious hate crimes targeting the Jewish community.
- Dozens of fire crews battling blaze near synagogue in North London
Dozens of fire crews are battling a blaze near a synagogue in North London. The incident is currently under investigation.
- Two teenagers arrested over arson attack on synagogue in north-west London
Two teenagers, aged 17 and 19, were arrested in London following an arson attack on a synagogue. The Metropolitan Police is investigating potential links between recent antisemitic attacks in the UK and Iranian-backed proxies.
- Counter-terror police lead probe after synagogue 'firebombed' in fourth 'attack' on Jewish community in a month - as Keir Starmer condemns the 'abhorrent' anti-Semitic arson attempts
Counter-terror police are investigating a firebombing attack on a synagogue, the fourth such incident targeting the Jewish community in a month. Keir Starmer condemned the anti-Semitic arson attempts as 'abhorrent.'
- Counter-terror police take over probe into arson attacks across London on Jewish ambulances, synagogue and anti-regime Iran TV station
Counter-terror police have taken over the investigation into arson attacks targeting Jewish ambulances, a synagogue, and an anti-regime Iran TV station in London. The attacks are being probed for potential terror links.
- Counter-terror police investigate London arson attacks on Iranian and Jewish targets
Counter-terror police in London are investigating three arson attacks targeting Iran International media offices, a synagogue, and Jewish charity ambulances. Authorities suspect possible Iranian state involvement in the incidents.
- Police hunt two suspects over attempted arson attack on London synagogue
Two suspects are being sought by the Metropolitan Police following an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in Finchley, London. The incident is being classified as an antisemitic hate crime.
- Iranian rabbi describes Israel’s destruction of a Tehran synagogue
An Iranian rabbi reported that an Israeli strike destroyed one of Tehran's few remaining synagogues. The incident highlights tensions between Iran and Israel over religious sites.