UK counterterrorism police investigate arson attack at former synagogue
Summary
British counterterrorism police are investigating a fire set on purpose at a former synagogue in London’s Tower Hamlets area. This attack is part of a recent rise in violence and threats against the Jewish community in London, which has prompted the UK government to raise its national threat level.Key Facts
- The fire was deliberately set early Tuesday at a building that used to be a synagogue but has not been active for years.
- No one was hurt in the arson, though some minor damage occurred to gates and a lock.
- The UK's national threat level was raised to "severe," meaning a terror attack is seen as highly likely.
- The government cited threats from both Islamist and extreme right-wing groups in the UK.
- The arson attack happened just hours before Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with others to address rising anti-Semitism.
- Recent attacks include stabbings of two Jewish men and one Muslim man in London.
- Several synagogues and Jewish sites in London have experienced arson attacks since late March.
- Police say they are working closely with counterterrorism teams to investigate the incident and support the community.
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