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Explosion Outside Jewish School in Amsterdam, No Injuries Reported

Published March 14, 2026, 12:01
Explosion Outside Jewish School in Amsterdam, No Injuries Reported

An explosion occurred in the early hours of Saturday outside a Jewish school in Amsterdam, with no injuries reported. The city's mayor, Femke Halsema, condemned the act as a "cowardly act of aggression." Police have security camera footage showing a person placing the explosive device and have launched an investigation. The incident comes amid heightened concern, as similar attacks occurred outside synagogues in Liège, Belgium, and Rotterdam, Netherlands, within the same week. Authorities are investigating a possible connection between the incidents. Amsterdam police have increased security measures around Jewish places of worship and educational institutions to prevent further incidents. The community has expressed concern about the rise in antisemitic incidents. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are asking the public for any information that may help identify the perpetrator(s). Mayor Halsema assured the Jewish community that the city will do everything possible to ensure their safety.