arson
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Security had already been beefed up at Jewish public institutions, following a suspected arson attack on a synagogue in the port city of Rotterdam on Friday.
From BBC • Mar. 14, 2026
In January 2025, the Palisades fire was caused by a small arson fire that was handled by firefighters Jan. 1 but rekindled during severe wind conditions six days later.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 7, 2026
Germany has sought to increase its resilience to potential sabotage after an arson attack, which was previously linked to left-wing activists, left tens of thousands without power earlier this year.
From BBC • Feb. 3, 2026
Truman, from Weston-super-Mare, denies arson and being reckless as to whether life was endangered.
From BBC • Jan. 30, 2026
Imam Malik is walking through the mosque, pointing at the ceiling, which has been damaged by flames, and talking with a police officer, who is then interviewed about the arson.
From "Amina's Voice" by Hena Khan
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