'The hate must be stopped': Israeli envoy slams antisemitic incidents in Montreal

Israeli Ambassador to Canada Iddo Moed has condemned a series of antisemitic incidents in Montreal, warning that "The hate must be stopped before it transforms into something lethal." These incidents include a suspected arson that destroyed a kosher restaurant, anti-Israel chants and thrown objects targeting an Israeli soccer player during a match, and the assault of a visibly Jewish person.

• Police are investigating the restaurant fire as possible arson, with video footage reportedly showing a single suspect.
• During a soccer match, chants of "Death to Israel" were directed at Israeli player Dor Turgeman, who was also targeted with thrown objects.
• A visibly Jewish individual was assaulted in an incident described by community groups as antisemitic, leading to a quick arrest by Montreal police.

Jewish advocacy groups and U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra have also expressed concern, urging Canadian leaders and authorities to protect the Jewish community and prosecute those responsible.