U.K. counter-terror police investigate arson at ex-London synagogue
Summary
British counter-terror police are investigating an arson attack on a former synagogue in east London. The fire was set on purpose, but no one was hurt or arrested. The attack is part of a series of antisemitic incidents happening in London, which the government is addressing with community leaders and police.Key Facts
- The fire happened early Tuesday at a former synagogue in Whitechapel, east London.
- Surveillance footage shows the fire was started intentionally, so police are treating it as arson.
- There were no injuries and no arrests have been made so far.
- Recent attacks against Jewish people and sites in London include stabbings and other violence since March.
- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with community groups, ministers, and police to respond to antisemitic violence.
- A group linked to Iran called Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia has claimed responsibility for some recent attacks in the UK and Europe.
- Starmer warned of consequences and faster new laws if Iran is proven responsible for promoting violence.
- The targeted synagogue has not been in use for several years, but the attack still affects the local Jewish community.
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