Polish Teen Arrested for Synagogue Attack with Molotov Cocktails

A 16-year-old male is in custody following an attack on Warsaw's Nożyk Synagogue, marking a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in Europe.

Polish police arrested a 16-year-old suspected of attacking the Nożyk Synagogue with Molotov cocktails, causing facade damage but no injuries.
The attack occurred around 1 a.m. on Wednesday; the suspect was apprehended Wednesday evening without revealing his motives.
Prosecutors are requested to open an investigation, with potential charges carrying up to 10 years in prison.
The incident has drawn strong condemnation from local and international leaders, emphasizing solidarity with the Jewish community.
The Nożyk Synagogue, a significant historical site and the only prewar Jewish house of prayer in Warsaw, symbolizes the city's Jewish heritage.