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Paris terrorist planned 'same scenario' in Brussels

Salah Abdeslam, arrested last Friday days before Brussels bombing, reportedly planned to repeat Paris massacre in the Belgian capital.

Paris terrorist planned 'same scenario' in Brussels

Brussels airport bombers identified as brothers

Two suicide bombers had criminal but not terror records. Third still at large terrorist identified as being wanted ever since Paris attack.

Brussels airport bombers identified as brothers

Brussels rocked by twin terror attacks

Belgium was rocked this morning by a series of terror attacks in its capital. ILTV summarizes the tragic series of events.

Brussels rocked by twin terror attacks

UN: Brussels attacks are 'an attack on us all'

United Nations strongly condemns the terrorist bombings in Brussels which killed 34 people.

UN: Brussels attacks are 'an attack on us all'

Survivors reveal gruesome horrors of Brussels bombings

Witnesses at airport describe bloody carnage and mangled limbs after twin blasts, and 'total panic everywhere.'

Survivors reveal gruesome horrors of Brussels bombings

Defense Minister: This is World War III

Ya'alon says Brussels bombings part of total terror war, calls for free world to unite and win 'because we have no other choice.'

Defense Minister: This is World War III

Brussels, Europe's jihadist breeding ground, now itself a target

Lethal attacks prove a very wide jihadist network is active in Belgium, and the terror den lies in Molenbeek.

Brussels, Europe's jihadist breeding ground, now itself a target

Rivlin to Belgian King: We must unite against terror, not Islam

President Reuven Rivlin sent a condolence letter to Belgium's King Philippe: 'Sadly we, in Israel, are no strangers to the horror and grief'

Rivlin to Belgian King: We must unite against terror, not Islam

ISIS strikes again

ISIS takes responsibility for Brussels slaughter

Islamic State terrorists claim bombings that left at least 34 murdered, adding to their high profile assaults in Europe.

ISIS takes responsibility for Brussels slaughter

Top Belgian rabbi: You can't run from terror

RCE head Rabbi Menachem Margolin tells Arutz Sheva about the impact of the lethal Brussels assault on the local Jewish community.

Top Belgian rabbi: You can't run from terror

'Europe attacked Israel, ignored Islamic terror'

Science Minister Akunis responds to lethal Brussels assault, says many in Europe 'mocked those who warned' about Islamic terror.

'Europe attacked Israel, ignored Islamic terror'

Israeli wounded in Brussels airport attack

Israeli man from Jerusalem among victims of Brussels airport attack.

Israeli wounded in Brussels airport attack

Watch: Broadcast from scene of Brussels airport attack

Two blasts went off at an airport in Brussels. At least 17 were killed and tens more wounded.

Watch: Broadcast from scene of Brussels airport attack

13 dead following suicide bombing at Brussels airport

Explosions were heard at airport in Brussels, reports indicate 13 killed, 35 injured. An Israeli is among the wounded victims.

13 dead following suicide bombing at Brussels airport

Belgian PM: Anti-terror operation in Brussels continues

Belgian PM says police are continuing their anti-terror operation in Brussels after four officers were wounded in a raid on an apartment.

Belgian PM: Anti-terror operation in Brussels continues

European nihilism opens the door and Islam steps in

European nihilism opens the door and Islam steps in

Muslim biker gang planned Belgium New Year's attack

Official reveals suspects arrested ahead of attack on 'emblematic sites' are members of the Kamikaze Riders, inspired by ISIS.

Muslim biker gang planned Belgium New Year's attack

Belgium arrests suspect in Paris attack

Belgian authorities search house in Brussels and detain suspect in connection with November 13 Paris attacks.

Belgium arrests suspect in Paris attack

USA terror alert – this is not a test

 USA terror alert – this is not a test

'There is no future for Jews in Europe'

Brussels chief rabbi describes fear in the streets following terror attacks, says he understands why Jews leaving the EU in droves.

'There is no future for Jews in Europe'

16 arrested in Belgium as lockdown continues

Belgian police arrest 16 suspects in raids across the country late. Capital Brussels to remain under lockdown on Monday.

16 arrested in Belgium as lockdown continues

Brussels under lockdown for second day over terror attack fears

Remaining suspect from Paris terror attacks believed to be in Belgium, could be wearing a suicide belt.

Brussels under lockdown for second day over terror attack fears

Brussels on lockdown for fear of 'Paris-style attack'

Prime Minister warns: 'several individuals with arms and explosives could launch an attack... perhaps even in several places.'

Brussels on lockdown for fear of 'Paris-style attack'

Family of terrorists light solidarity candles

Brother of suicide bomber and terrorist still at large seen lighting candle amid protest at terror hotbed of Brussels.

Family of terrorists light solidarity candles

Belgium under fire for Paris attack blunders

Security sharply condemned for allowing jihadist hotbed near EU headquarters, letting terrorists run free - and not having Arabic speakers.

Belgium under fire for Paris attack blunders

Police fail to catch key Paris suspect in Brussels raid

Belgian police crack down on Muslim neighborhood, but fail to nab terrorist who took part in Paris attack and fled.

Police fail to catch key Paris suspect in Brussels raid

EU Official Attacks Woman, Abuses Her as 'Dirty Jewess'

Witnesses at a cafe in Brussels say EU labor union head tried to choke woman while asserting 'Hitler should have exterminated all Jews.'

EU Official Attacks Woman, Abuses Her as 'Dirty Jewess'

Jewish Kindergarten's Insurance Canceled Due to its 'High Risk'

Insurance company refuses to continue policy of European Jewish Kindergarten in Brussels, because of sweeping anti-Semitic attacks.

Jewish Kindergarten's Insurance Canceled Due to its 'High Risk'

Belgium Remands Man Found With Chainsaw Near EU Parliament

Belgian judge orders 32-year-old Slovakian for another week, after he was found with a chainsaw and a gun outside EU Parliament.

Belgium Remands Man Found With Chainsaw Near EU Parliament

Man with Chainsaw, Gun Arrested Outside EU Parliament

Unstable Slovakian man with gun and chainsaw in his possession arrested outside the EU Parliament in Brussels by Belgian police.

Man with Chainsaw, Gun Arrested Outside EU Parliament

Jewish Schools in Belgium Cancel Classes Amid Terror Alert

Jewish schools in Brussels and Antwerp cancel classes on Friday due to increased terror threats, local media reports.

Jewish Schools in Belgium Cancel Classes Amid Terror Alert

Brussels Jewish Museum Shooter Remanded in Custody

Mehdi Nemmouche, suspected of killing four people at Brussels' Jewish Museum, remanded in custody for another three months.

Brussels Jewish Museum Shooter Remanded in Custody

EJC Demands Security after Jew Stabbed in Antwerp

'Jews in Europe have lost a normal sense of security that worsens with every attack on Jews and Jewish institutions,' says Jewish Congress.

EJC Demands Security after Jew Stabbed in Antwerp

Hareidi Man Stabbed in Antwerp

The man, reportedly a hassidic rabbi, was stabbed in the throat as he walked to shul and is in serious condition.

Hareidi Man Stabbed in Antwerp

BDS Group Protests Palestinian-Israeli Film Festival

Why can't we just all get along? BDS group cries 'occupation' over festival celebrating good relationship between Israelis, Palestinians.

BDS Group Protests Palestinian-Israeli Film Festival

European Commission: No Threat to Our HQ from Islamists

Rumors of a 'specific threat' to EU Commission headquarters in Brussels denied Sunday, amidst security concerns over Islamist extremism.

European Commission: No Threat to Our HQ from Islamists

Arutz Sheva Exclusive

'No Doubt' that Belgian Synagogue Fire was Anti-Semitism

WZO's Ya'akov Hagoel tells Arutz Sheva synagogue was targeted by arsonists before, rejects officials claiming 'criminal' act.

'No Doubt' that Belgian Synagogue Fire was Anti-Semitism

Belgian Synagogue Set on Fire in 'Criminal' Attack

Amid a wave of anti-Semitism in Europe, and just four months since deadly Brussels shooting, attackers set fire to a synagogue.

Belgian Synagogue Set on Fire in 'Criminal' Attack

'United Front' Against Anti-Semitism at Brussels Attack Memorial

Jewish, Muslim and European leaders mark 30 days since anti-Semitic terror attack at Jewish Museum; Jewish leaders urge action.

'United Front' Against Anti-Semitism at Brussels Attack Memorial

Brussels Museum Attack Victim Dies of Injuries

Young Belgian man who was badly hurt in the attack on the Jewish Museum in Brussels dies of his injuries.

Brussels Museum Attack Victim Dies of Injuries

Amsterdam to Up Jewish Security after Brussels Killings

Temporary measure to provide extra protection for Dutch Jewry follows recommendation from counter-terrorism agencies.

Amsterdam to Up Jewish Security after Brussels Killings

Court Defers Decision on Handover of Brussels Shooting Suspect

Legal team for Brussels shooting suspect Mehdi Nemmouche delays extradition decision in France as lengthy investigation continues.

Court Defers Decision on Handover of Brussels Shooting Suspect

France Sounds Alarm Over 'Made-in-France' Jihadists

French officials wake up to the dangerous role of foreign nationals in the Syrian Civil War, as trial of Brussels shooter continues.

France Sounds Alarm Over 'Made-in-France' Jihadists

Brussels Jews Report 'Great Relief' Ahead of Shavuot

Philip Markovich, President of Great Synagogue of Brussels, says terrorist's capture brought relief, security still high for Obama visit.

Brussels Jews Report 'Great Relief' Ahead of Shavuot

Jewish Agency Sends Delegation to Brussels in Show of Support

Sharansky lights memorial candle in Brussels, commits to help Jewish community continue normal life after shooting attack.

Jewish Agency Sends Delegation to Brussels in Show of Support

After French Win, Far-Right Marine Le Pen Seeks Power in Belgium

Europe still reeling from eurosceptic elections as controversial far-right leaders seek to gain power in embattled Belgium.

After French Win, Far-Right Marine Le Pen Seeks Power in Belgium

Belgian Media Reports Shooting Suspect Arrested

A suspect in shooting at Jewish Museum in Brussels on Saturday has reportedly been captured, as murdered Israelis buried in TA.

Belgian Media Reports Shooting Suspect Arrested

Belgium Shooting Done By Hezbollah?

Belgium examining multiple theories - link to IDF withdrawal from Lebanon, 'copycat' attack, and point-blank anti-Semitism.

Belgium Shooting Done By Hezbollah?

European Jewish Leaders Demand Permanent Security in Belgium

Ad hoc security detail after horrific shooting 'just is not enough,' local leaders warn.

European Jewish Leaders Demand Permanent Security in Belgium

Brussels Shooting Labelled 'Terrorist Assassination'

Belgian prosecutor's office finally confirms that attack was terrorism, after debate over how to categorize the crime.

Brussels Shooting Labelled 'Terrorist Assassination'

Belgian Jews Blame Rampant Anti-Semitism for Shooting Attack

Is Anti-Semitism becoming a distinctly European phenomenon? Locals say yes - and so does the ADL.

Belgian Jews Blame Rampant Anti-Semitism for Shooting Attack

'Climate of hate'

Suspect Arrested in Brussels Shooting Attack

Gunman enters Jewish Museum in rampage, kills four; attack presumed anti-Semitic.

Suspect Arrested in Brussels Shooting Attack

Belgium: Police Use Water Cannon to Disperse Anti-Semitic Rally

Far-right groups converge on Brussels for event featuring anti-Semitic French comedian Dieudonne despite official ban.

Belgium: Police Use Water Cannon to Disperse Anti-Semitic Rally

Belgium Bans 'Anti-Semitic Hatefest' Featuring Dieudonne

Anti-Semitic French comedian Dieudonne was due to feature at gathering of far-right activists, who have vowed to hold event despite ban.

Belgium Bans 'Anti-Semitic Hatefest' Featuring Dieudonne

Belgium's Crown Prince Philippe is King, as Father Abdicates

Crown Prince Philippe was sworn as the King of Belgium on Sunday after his 79-year-old father abdicated the throne.

Belgium's Crown Prince Philippe is King, as Father Abdicates

Merkel Honored by EU Rabbis

German Chancellor Angela Merkel awarded the Lord Jakobovits Prize for European Jewry, honored at ceremony in Brussels.

Merkel Honored by EU Rabbis

European Jewish Parliament Holds General Assembly in Poland

The European Jewish Parliament is holding its General Assembly in Poland to discuss issues concerning European Jewry, namely anti-Semitism.

European Jewish Parliament Holds General Assembly in Poland

Suspected Car Bomb Near US Embassy in Brussels

A suspected attempt at a car bombing near the US Embassy and Belgian Defense Ministry in Brussels led police to evacuate the area Wednesday.

Suspected Car Bomb Near US Embassy in Brussels

Poland's Former PM Jerzy Buzek Honored by EU Rabbis

Former Polish Prime Minister Jerzy Buzek has received European Jewry's highest honor: the Lord Jakobovits Prize of European Judaism.

Poland's Former PM Jerzy Buzek Honored by EU Rabbis

Belgium: Imam Killed in Firebomb Attack on Mosque

47-year-old Imam dies from injuries sustained in a firebomb on a mosque in a Muslim area of Brussels.

Belgium: Imam Killed in Firebomb Attack on Mosque