France Synagogue Attack: Macron Condemns Terrorism

French President Macron labeled the arson attack on a synagogue during Shabbat as a 'terrorist act', denouncing it as antisemitic. The incident involved explosions and fires causing injuries to a police officer.

Authorities are alarmed by the rise in antisemitic and Islamophobic incidents across France and Europe. The attack, which occurred in La Grande Motte, has heightened fears of growing antisemitism, exacerbated by the Israel-Hamas conflict.

Despite no arrests made, Macron has pledged to track down the perpetrators and safeguard Jewish places of worship. The left has been accused of stoking antisemitism during recent elections, prompting strong condemnations by political figures like Melénchon.

Four arrests have been made in relation to the attack, with the main suspect being a 33-year-old Algerian. The suspect, seen with a Palestinian flag, was apprehended after a shootout, with investigations pointing towards attempted terrorist murder.

Security measures around Jewish institutions have been heightened following the attack, aiming to assure the safety of the Jewish community and combat antisemitism.