Two teenagers arrested over arson attack on synagogue in north-west London
Summary
Two teenagers were arrested in London after an arson attack at a synagogue. Police are investigating connections between this and other antisemitic attacks in the UK, which may involve groups linked to Iran.Key Facts
- A 17-year-old boy and a 19-year-old man were arrested for the arson attack on a synagogue in north-west London.
- Police have made 15 arrests related to six incidents targeting Jewish sites, a Jewish ambulance service, and a Persian media group.
- Authorities are exploring possible links to Iranian-backed groups and consider this a serious lead.
- Some attacks have been claimed by a group called Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, which operates across Europe.
- The arson involved throwing a bottle with an accelerant through a synagogue window, causing minor smoke damage without injuries.
- The attack site is near a school and a children’s playground.
- Police conducted detailed searches including forensics and fire investigation at the scene.
- The chief rabbi of the UK said Jewish communities are facing ongoing violence and intimidation.
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