Two pilgrims and a security officer, as well as the attacker, were killed. Among the injured were six security officers with injuries of varying severity.
The temple has been cordoned off and the attendees are protected inside. In 2002 this synagogue, the oldest in the Maghreb region, suffered a jihadist attack claimed by the Al Qaeda group that killed 21 worshippers. For confidential support call the Samaritans in the UK on 08457 90 90 90, visit a local Samaritans branch or click here for details.