Foiled: Ottawa Minor Arrested in Alleged Terror Plot Against Jewish Community

A minor from Ottawa has been arrested and charged with terrorist-related offenses for allegedly planning to target Jewish people. The suspect is accused of instructing someone to carry out a terrorist activity against Jewish individuals and communicating instructional material related to an explosive substance. The arrest follows a rise in antisemitic attacks in Canada since the October 7 massacre in southern Israel. The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs expressed concern over the unchecked antisemitism in the country, while Ottawa Mayor Mark Sutcliffe condemned the planned attack and emphasized the need to work together to ensure community safety.