98 babies — Antwerp prosecutors seek trial for two circumcisers

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98 babies — Antwerp prosecutors seek trial for two circumcisers

FACTS

  • Aharon Eckstein (76) and David Moses Landau (47): 98 procedures Dec 2023–Mar 2025
  • Charges: intentional injury and unlawful medical practice; sexual assault charge dropped
  • Chamber hearing Thursday; both stayed silent but cite antisemitism and ancient ritual

TAKEAWAY

Fierce legal fight over religious practice vs criminal law.

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