Michigan synagogue attacker had mortar-type explosives in car

Security personnel at a Michigan synagogue fatally shot an attacker Thursday after he rammed his car into the building, according to sources. Law enforcement discovered mortar-type explosives in the attacker's vehicle, indicating the incident could have been far more devastating. The attack represents the latest in a series of violent incidents targeting Jewish institutions across the United States in recent years. Synagogues and other Jewish community centers have increasingly implemented enhanced security measures, including armed guards, in response to rising antisemitic threats. The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges facing Jewish communities nationwide.