{"id":2096421,"date":"2023-11-10T14:17:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-10T19:17:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shots-fired-at-two-jewish-schools-in-montreal-days-after-synagogue-hit-by-molotov-cocktails\/"},"modified":"2023-11-10T14:18:23","modified_gmt":"2023-11-10T19:18:23","slug":"shots-fired-at-two-jewish-schools-in-montreal-days-after-synagogue-hit-by-molotov-cocktails","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shots-fired-at-two-jewish-schools-in-montreal-days-after-synagogue-hit-by-molotov-cocktails\/","title":{"rendered":"Shots Fired At Two Jewish Schools In Montreal Days After Synagogue Hit By Molotov Cocktails"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">30<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fshots-fired-at-two-jewish-schools-in-montreal-days-after-synagogue-hit-by-molotov-cocktails%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2096421&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Two Jewish Schools Targeted by Bullets in Montreal<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In a disturbing series of events, two Jewish schools in Montreal \u200bwere struck by bullets just days \u2063after a synagogue \u200cin a nearby suburb was attacked with Molotov cocktails. The shocking \u200bincident \u2062was captured on video by CBC News, revealing a bullet hole in one of the school buildings. As authorities searched for evidence of a\u2062 potential hate\u2064 crime, David Oliel, a student at one of the\u2063 schools, expressed his\u200b unwavering determination to \u200blive out his faith without fear.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Despite the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/slew-of-vexing-international-crises-confront-biden-a-year-out-from-election-day\/\" title=\"Biden faces numerous global crises ahead of Election Day.\">clear threat posed<\/a> to the Jewish community, Oliel\u2064 defiantly stated, &#8220;I&#8217;m going to keep wearing my\u2063 Kippah proud and not be\u2062 afraid to live in my home where I grew up.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Concerns for Jewish Students&#8217; Safety<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Montreal Police Const. Jean-Pierre Brabant confirmed that the shootings occurred at night when \u200bthe buildings were \u2063empty. However, this <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/shots-fired-at-two-jewish-schools-in-montreal-days-after-synagogue-hit-by-molotov-cocktails\/\" title=\"Shots Fired At Two Jewish Schools In Montreal Days After Synagogue Hit By Molotov Cocktails\">alarming act raises<\/a> serious concerns about the safety of Jewish students attending these schools.\u2063 Authorities are treating \u2064the incidents as\u200d potential hate crimes and\u200c are currently\u200d <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/amazon-whistleblower-demands-apology-after-china-jails-and-tortures-him\/\" title=\"Amazon Whistleblower Demands Apology After China Jails and Tortures Him\">reviewing security camera footage<\/a> in hopes of \u2062identifying\u2062 the perpetrators.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_651593\" style=\"width: 622px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\">\n<p id=\"caption-attachment-651593\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">A mark from a \u2064gunshot is seen on \u2064the front \u2064door of\u2062 Talmud Torah Elementary School in the Cote-des-Neiges\u200c neighborhood of Montreal, \u2064Quebec, Canada ( MATHIEW LEISER\/AFP via\u2064 Getty Images)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2>Escalating Anti-Semitism in\u200c Montreal<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">This disturbing incident follows an attack on a Jewish synagogue in Dollard-des-Ormeaux, where multiple Molotov cocktails were thrown, igniting a \u200cfire at the entrance. Henry Topas, \u2062the Quebec regional \u2064director of B\u2019nai Brith Canada and the cantor at Congregation Beth Tikvah, immediately suspected a hate crime upon discovering the scene.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">In response to the\u200b escalating\u2063 anti-Semitism, Montreal police have <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/fmr-capitol-police-chief-sends-letter-explaining-how-intel-community-failed-to-respond-to-jan-6-protests\/\" title=\"Fmr. Capitol Police chief sends letter explaining how Intel Community failed to respond to Jan. 6 protests\">heightened security measures<\/a> around\u200c Jewish schools and \u200csynagogues. The surge in hate crimes \u2064against the Jewish community began after Hamas&#8217; attack on Israel on October 7, resulting in \u200bthe tragic deaths of 1,400\u2063 individuals, including women \u200band children. Shockingly, \u2064there have been\u200d 48 reported hate\u2063 crimes against Jews in the city over the past 34 days, averaging\u2063 more \u2063than one per day. This starkly \u200dcontrasts with the 72 hate crimes \u200drecorded against all groups in Montreal for the entire previous year.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/onelink.to\/dwapp\">CLICK HERE TO GET THE DAILY WIRE APP<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Eta Yudin, the vice president of the Quebec \u200dbranch of \u2062the Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs, emphasized the dangerous progression from hateful words to violent actions. Urging fellow citizens to stand against anti-Semitism and hate, Yudin declared, &#8220;We&#8217;re calling on our\u2062 fellow citizens to stand up and fight with us against antisemitism and hate.&#8221;<\/span><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> \u2063 What steps has the Montreal Police Service taken to ensure the \u200csafety of the community in response to\u200b the increased anti-Semitic\u2064 incidents?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Viewing surveillance \u2064footage \u2062to identify any suspects. \u2063The Montreal Police Service (SPVM) \u2064has also increased patrols in the \u2063area\u2064 to ensure the safety of the community.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These targeted attacks\u2064 on Jewish institutions are deeply troubling, and they\u200b must be condemned in the strongest terms. Such acts of vandalism and hate not only threaten the physical safety of the Jewish community but also \u200dundermine the principles of diversity, tolerance, and inclusivity that are the cornerstones \u200bof our democratic society.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Fighting Anti-Semitism<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">These recent incidents serve as a painful reminder that anti-Semitism is still a prevalent issue that needs to be addressed. According to the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), there \u2064were \u2063over\u200d 2,000 anti-Semitic incidents reported\u2062 in the United \u200bStates alone \u2064in 2020, the highest number on record since the organization started tracking such incidents.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">To combat anti-Semitism and\u2064 create a society where everyone feels safe and valued, it is crucial to foster education and understanding. Schools play a fundamental role in promoting tolerance and combating hatred. It is essential that educators and\u2064 students engage in \u2062open dialogues about the consequences of prejudice and the importance of embracing\u2063 diversity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Furthermore, community leaders, religious organizations, and\u200d local \u2063authorities must work together to create a supportive and inclusive environment\u2064 for all individuals. It is through united efforts that we can \u2062challenge stereotypes, dismantle prejudiced beliefs, and promote a society that respects and cherishes every individual, regardless of their faith or background.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Standing Strong in the Face of\u200d Hate<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The Jewish community in Montreal, like many Jewish communities around the \u200bworld, has faced numerous acts of anti-Semitism throughout history. Yet, they have continuously demonstrated resilience and determination \u2063to preserve their faith and \u2064identity.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">David Oliel&#8217;s statement reflects the unwavering spirit of many individuals who refuse to let fear dictate\u2064 their lives. It is \u2063essential to stand in solidarity with those affected by these\u200c acts of hate and support them in their quest for justice and safety.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As a society, we must\u200b condemn \u2062acts of discrimination and hatred\u200b in all their forms and work towards \u200ceradicating anti-Semitism from our communities. By fostering \u2063a culture of acceptance, empathy, and respect,\u200b we can create a world where \u200ceveryone can practice their faith, live \u200ctheir lives, and pursue their dreams without fear of persecution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Conclusion<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">The targeting of two Jewish schools in Montreal is a \u200cdistressing reminder \u2064of the ongoing\u2062 threat faced \u200cby the Jewish\u200c community. \u2062These acts of hate and \u200bviolence not only harm individuals but also\u2063 undermine the principles upon which our society is \u200dbuilt. It is incumbent upon all of us to \u2062stand against anti-Semitism and work \u200btogether to\u2064 create an inclusive society where everyone feels safe and valued.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Two Jewish schools were hit by bullets in Montreal overnight Wednesday just two days after a synagogue in a western suburb of the city was targeted with Molotov cocktails.\u00a0 Video from CBC News showed a bullet hole in the building of one of the schools as police searched the premises for evidence of the potential<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":324,"featured_media":2096422,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2096421","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2096421","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/324"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2096421"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2096421\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2096422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2096421"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2096421"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2096421"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}