A theft occurred at a synagogue in a Paris suburb, where over a dozen Torah scrolls were stolen, according to The Times of Israel. The president of the local Jewish community association described the theft as the work of a 'professional team'. This incident is significant as it targeted items of great cultural and religious value.
The president noted that 'nothing else was stolen apart from Torah items of immeasurable value', indicating a targeted theft. The number of scrolls stolen and the professionalism of the thieves suggest a planned operation. However, specific details about the theft, such as when it happened and how the thieves gained access, are not provided in the available information.
This theft happens against a backdrop of concerns about the safety and security of Jewish communities, as highlighted by recent reports on hate crimes and warnings about the 'new normal' of hate, according to The Times of Israel.