Met Police investigate potential Iran links to London arson attacks
Summary
The Metropolitan Police in London are investigating recent arson attacks on Jewish sites to see if they are connected to a group with possible links to Iran. The group, called Ashab al-Yamin, has claimed responsibility for several attacks on Jewish locations and other targets in Europe.Key Facts
- Several arson attacks on Jewish places in North London happened recently, causing minor damage but no injuries.
- The Met Police’s Counter Terrorism unit is leading the investigation.
- The group Ashab al-Yamin (Islamic Movement of the Companions of the Right) has claimed responsibility for many of these attacks.
- Ashab al-Yamin also claimed an attack on the Iran International news channel in London.
- Police are examining if this group is connected to Iran, which has been known to use criminal groups for violent actions.
- The UK’s chief rabbi said these attacks are part of a growing campaign of violence against the Jewish community.
- Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the attacks and promised to bring those responsible to justice.
- Attacks have involved throwing flammable liquids and trying to start fires at synagogues and Jewish-owned vehicles.
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