France is increasing security measures at Jewish institutions following the assassination of Hamas leader Sheik Ahmed Yassin. The March 25 decision follows discussions between officials at the Elysee Palace and Jewish community leaders, including the heads of the CRIF umbrella organization of French Jews, the Consistoire Central and the country’s chief rabbi, Joseph Sitruk.
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