Belgian soldiers are now guarding Jewish sites nationwide following a pre-dawn explosion at a synagogue in Liège on March 9, 2026. The blast caused structural damage but no injuries, prompting Interior Minister Bernard Quintin to declare the deployment essential amid rising antisemitism.
The move marks a significant escalation, with troops assisting police in securing synagogues, schools, and community centers in Brussels, Antwerp, and other major cities. Authorities cite growing threats tied to the ongoing Iran-Israel conflict.
In Italy, soldiers patrol Rome’s historic Jewish quarter, reflecting a continent-wide response to escalating antisemitic violence since October 2023.
