Blast Reported at Jewish School
An explosion damaged a Jewish school in Amsterdam early Saturday, prompting authorities to launch an investigation. City officials said the blast caused limited structural damage to the building, while emergency services quickly reached the scene.
Police and fire crews responded immediately after the explosion was reported. Officials have not confirmed whether anyone was injured in the incident, and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause.
Mayor Calls It a Targeted Attack
Amsterdam Mayor Femke Halsema described the overnight blast as a targeted attack against the Jewish community. She said the explosion caused only limited damage but raised serious concerns about safety and security.
Authorities are examining evidence and reviewing security footage to identify those responsible for the explosion.
Rising Concerns After Recent Incidents
The incident comes shortly after another explosion was reported at a synagogue in Rotterdam a day earlier, which caused a small fire but no injuries. Police detained several suspects near another synagogue following that incident.
Investigators are now exploring whether the two incidents could be connected, as security concerns grow around Jewish institutions in the Netherlands. Officials say more details will be released as the investigation progresses.
