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London attacker is a Somali-born British national, police say

London Metropolitan Police say suspect in the stabbing of two Jewish men in Golders Green is a 45-year-old British national born in Somalia, He has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody.

London attacker is a Somali-born British national, police say

Victims of London stabbing attack: Shilome Rand and Moshe Shine

The condition of both victims has stabilized. The Jewish community in London is in shock: “We no longer feel safe here."

Victims of London stabbing attack: Shilome Rand and Moshe Shine

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'It's our job to deal with roots of antisemitism'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer holds COBR meeting after Golders Green stabbing attack, notes that the Jewish community feels 'exposed and vulnerable.'

'It's our job to deal with roots of antisemitism'

Two Jews stabbed outside London synagogue

Two injured in stabbing near Golders Green synagogue, stabber reported arrested.

Two Jews stabbed outside London synagogue

London stabbing

'It's hunting season on Jews'

The Combat Antisemitism Movement warns that if governments continue to tolerate antisemitism, this 'hunting season on Jews' will continue.

'It's hunting season on Jews'

London stabbing

'Incitement against Jews leads to bloodshed'

World Zionist Organization chairman Yaakov Hagoel calls on UK leaders to eradicate antisemitic incitement, following the stabbing of 2 haredim in Golders Green.

'Incitement against Jews leads to bloodshed'

UK police arrest suspect amid wave of anti-Jewish attacks

Man arrested on suspicion of terrorism after a series of attacks targeting London’s Jewish community, including arson incidents and assaults on synagogues and emergency vehicles.

UK police arrest suspect amid wave of anti-Jewish attacks

Teen pleads guilty in arson attack on London synagogue

Teen pleads guilty after London synagogue arson, but claims he did not know target was Jewish.

Teen pleads guilty in arson attack on London synagogue

British investigation: Apartments for rent “to Muslims only"

A comprehensive investigation published in Britain has uncovered widespread discrimination in London’s housing market, with landlords advertising rental properties intended exclusively for Muslims.

British investigation: Apartments for rent “to Muslims only"

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8 arrested in arson attacks targeting Jewish sites

UK police counterterrorism unit arrests eight suspects as part of an investigation into a series of arson attacks in London.

8 arrested in arson attacks targeting Jewish sites

Arson attacks escalate against UK Jewish community

A string of firebombings targeting London's Jewish institutions rattles Britain’s Jewish community. 'We cannot, and must not, wait before we understand just how dangerous this moment is for all of our society,' says Chief Rabbi Mirvis.

Arson attacks escalate against UK Jewish community

British police investigating:

Was Iran behind series of attacks on Jewish sites?

Counterterror police probe suspected Iranian proxy links as a series of arson attacks targeting synagogues and Jewish-linked sites shake north London

Was Iran behind series of attacks on Jewish sites?

Jewish businesses set on fire in London

The Metropolitan Police has launched an investigation after Jewish businesses were set on fire on Friday night in Hendon, a Jewish area in northwest London. An Islamist group claimed responsibility.

Jewish businesses set on fire in London

Unusual incident near Israel's Embassy in London

Reports say suspicious objects found near Israeli embassy, no risk to public at this stage.

Unusual incident near Israel's Embassy in London

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Islamist group claims attacks on Iran Int'l TV and Jewish sites

British police investigating claim by Islamist group that it is responsible for attempted incendiary attack near Iran International’s London studios, as well as attacks on north London synagogue and Jewish ambulances.

Islamist group claims attacks on Iran Int'l TV and Jewish sites

Two arrested over antisemitic synagogue arson attempt in London

Metropolitan Police arrest 47-year-old woman and 46-year-old man in connection with an attempted antisemitic arson attack on a synagogue in Finchley. Hate crime investigation continues.

Two arrested over antisemitic synagogue arson attempt in London

Police investigate arson attack at north London synagogue

Police confirm suspects 'threw two bottles, suspected to contain petrol, and a brick at the building', call on any witnesses to come forward.

Police investigate arson attack at north London synagogue

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Over 500 arrested in protest supporting banned Palestine Action

More than 500 people arrested in central London during a demonstration supporting the proscribed group Palestine Action.

Over 500 arrested in protest supporting banned Palestine Action

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Fourth suspect arrested in arson attack on Hatzolah ambulances

Fourth suspect arrested in connection with arson attack on Hatzolah ambulances in Golders Green. Three others charged and remanded in custody as investigations continue.

Fourth suspect arrested in arson attack on Hatzolah ambulances

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Three more suspects arrested in antisemitic ambulance arson

Three additional suspects arrested on arson charges in the torching of four Hatzolah ambulances in London's Golders Green.

Three more suspects arrested in antisemitic ambulance arson

London: British doctor charged with supporting Hamas

Dr Rahmeh Al-Adwan, 31, a doctor with the British National Health Service, has been charged with supporting Hamas and two counts of inciting racial hatred.

London: British doctor charged with supporting Hamas

Ahead of Passover

Arson attack on London Jewish area sparks heightened security

The Metropolitan Police step up patrols and protective measures in Golders Green following the arson attack on Hatzolah ambulances.

Arson attack on London Jewish area sparks heightened security

Veteran British MP:

'We should say we love the Jewish people'

Conservative MP Sir Edward Leigh, the longest-serving continuously sitting MP, urges unity following the arson attack on Hatzolah ambulances in Golders Green, declares the Jewish community has the full support of the House.

'We should say we love the Jewish people'

Two arrested following Golders Green arson

Two suspects in their 40s arrested following Golders Green arson attack on Hatzola ambulances, Jewish security organization reports.

Two arrested following Golders Green arson

Possible Iranian connection:

Iran behind the arson of ambulances in London?

London police commissioner says it is possible that a group with ties to Iran set fire to Hatzalah ambulances in London on Monday morning.

Iran behind the arson of ambulances in London?

After ambulance arson

UK Home Secretary admits antisemitism rising

UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood admits antisemitism is rising after an arson attack on four Jewish ambulances in Golders Green.

UK Home Secretary admits antisemitism rising

'Go back to Qatar'

Jewish Londoners chase Al Jazeera out of neighborhood

Al Jazeera camera crew faced confrontation from local Jewish community members at the scene of an arson attack on Jewish ambulances in Golders Green.

Jewish Londoners chase Al Jazeera out of neighborhood

Antisemitic arson in London:

Hatzolah ambulances torched in Golders Green

Masked individuals set fire to Hatzolah Northwest ambulances outside synagogue in Golders Green. Explosions reported, fire services responding.

Hatzolah ambulances torched in Golders Green

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Student who insulted a pro-Palestinian suspended from university

British student, who identifies as a 'non-Jewish Zionist,' suspended after comparing a pro-Palestinian activist’s head covering to a kitchen towel, files a lawsuit against the university.

Student who insulted a pro-Palestinian suspended from university

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Chants of 'Death to the IDF' at Al-Quds rally spark police probe

British police arrest 12 people and launch an investigation after chants of “Death to the IDF" heard at a London Al-Quds Day rally.

Chants of 'Death to the IDF' at Al-Quds rally spark police probe

10 places you must visit on a trip to London

Planning a city break to the British capital is exciting because London offers the rare combination of history, culture, entertainment, architecture, and local charm in one destination.

10 places you must visit on a trip to London

UK halts London Al-Quds Day rally linked to pro-Iran groups

Planned Al-Quds Day rally in central London cancelled after the Metropolitan Police ask the government to intervene, citing concerns over the event’s ties to pro-Iran groups.

UK halts London Al-Quds Day rally linked to pro-Iran groups

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Iran leader’s son owns London homes overlooking Israeli embassy

Security experts warn that the son of Iran’s late leader may be using London apartments to spy on the Israeli embassy.

Iran leader’s son owns London homes overlooking Israeli embassy

Churchill statue in London defaced with anti-Israel graffiti

Met Police arrest suspect after anti-Israel slogans sprayed on Parliament Square monument; Downing Street condemns vandalism as abhorrent.

Churchill statue in London defaced with anti-Israel graffiti

London bakery owned by Jews vandalized

Pro-Palestinian vandalism of London bakery with Jewish roots draws outcry from British Jewish groups.

London bakery owned by Jews vandalized

13-year-old yelled 'Allahu Akbar'

Suspected terror attack at London school

This morning, the Daily Mail reported that according to testimonies from the school, the attacking boy, who fled and was arrested after a manhunt, shouted "Allahu Akbar" as he stabbed his victims.

Suspected terror attack at London school

Muslim group puts down deposit to buy East London synagogue

Ashaadibi community launches appeal to raise £3.5 million in nine months.

Muslim group puts down deposit to buy East London synagogue

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Yeshiva head passes away at 104

Rav Elyakim Schlesinger, elderly head of haredi yeshivot and Rosh Yeshivas HaRama passes away at age 104 in London.

Yeshiva head passes away at 104

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Prominent gay activist arrested for 'globalize the intifada' sign

Police in London announced that they would arrest protesters who chant the slogan following the massacre of Jews in Sydney.

Prominent gay activist arrested for 'globalize the intifada' sign

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Broad daylight jewelry store robbery in London

Two masked suspects robbed a jewelry store on Saturday morning in the heart of a busy shopping district in Richmond, west London, and fled the scene on foot.

Broad daylight jewelry store robbery in London

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86 detained at protest backing Palestine Action activist

London police detain 86 people after protesters backing a Palestine Action hunger striker breach prison grounds.

86 detained at protest backing Palestine Action activist

Piers Morgan blames Trump for hospitalization

British presenter Piers Morgan revealed he broke his hip during a visit to a restaurant in London, and tweeted, 'I blame Donald Trump'.

Piers Morgan blames Trump for hospitalization

Giulio Meotti:

London: How you can conquer a country with demography

“When the eco-citizen claims to ask the most disturbing question-‘What world will we leave to our children?’-he avoids asking the truly unsettling one: ‘To which children will we leave the world?’".

London: How you can conquer a country with demography

London: Protester climbs Iranian Embassy to replace flag

Protester climbs Iranian Embassy in London to replace Islamic Republic flag with pre-revolution flag; Tehran protester says 'hundreds' dead in the streets.

London: Protester climbs Iranian Embassy to replace flag

‘Palestinian embassy’ opens in London after UK recognition

The UK inaugurates embassy of “Palestine" in London, following Britain’s recognition of Palestinian statehood.

‘Palestinian embassy’ opens in London after UK recognition

London café fires barista after swastika‑shaped coffee incident

Hampstead café fires a 19‑year‑old trainee barista after a Jewish customer received a cappuccino topped with cocoa powder resembling a swastika.

London café fires barista after swastika‑shaped coffee incident

Greta Thunberg:

Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest

Swedish activist Greta Thunberg was arrested at a London protest, while holding a sign reading, “I support the Palestine Action prisoners. I oppose genocide.”

Greta Thunberg arrested at London protest

Antisemitic conspiracy alleged following Bondi Beach attack

Abd al-Bari Atwan, editor of an Arab newspaper in London, alleges Israeli involvement in the Bondi Beach attack, as part of a strategy to rehabilitate its image and punish Australia for recognizing a Palestinian state.

Antisemitic conspiracy alleged following Bondi Beach attack

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

Authorities in Europe and the US increased security at Hanukkah events and Jewish sites after an antisemitic terror attack in Sydney killed at least 11 people, prompting global vigilance.

Major cities reinforce Jewish site security after Sydney massacre

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Hasmonean Primary named top Jewish school in Sunday Times ranking

Hasmonean Primary ranked top Jewish primary school in the UK, thanks to its academic strength and commitment to Torah Im Derech Eretz. The school says the achievement reflects dedicated staff, engaged pupils, and a supportive community.

Hasmonean Primary named top Jewish school in Sunday Times ranking

'Shame on Israel!'

Thousands of haredim protest Israeli draft in London

Thousands from several haredi communities in the British capital gathered outside the Israeli embassy to protest the conscription bill.

Thousands of haredim protest Israeli draft in London

Thousands of haredim to protest in London against draft law

Organizers estimate that thousands will participate in the protest, which aims to make the voice of Haredi Judaism in Europe heard against the enactment of the draft law in Israel.

Thousands of haredim to protest in London against draft law

London anti-Israel protesters target Israeli bakery

A Black Friday protest in London against Israel splinters into an unlicensed rally outside Israeli-owned bakery.

London anti-Israel protesters target Israeli bakery

London police move anti-Israel protest away from synagogue

London police move an anti-Israel protest away from St. John’s Wood Synagogue after activists were urged to appear “visibly Jewish.”

London police move anti-Israel protest away from synagogue

British commentator held in US lands back in London

British commentator Sami Hamdi returns to London after two weeks in US detention. His visa was revoked during a Gaza-focused speaking tour.

British commentator held in US lands back in London

British university bans lecturer over blood libel claims

University College London reports lecturer Samar Maqusi to police and bans her from campus over a lecture reviving blood libel and antisemitic tropes.

British university bans lecturer over blood libel claims

To shouts of 'Allahu Akbar'

Syrian embassy reopens in London after more than a decade

Syrian flag raised again in London as embassy reopens after more than a decade, signaling a cautious renewal of diplomatic activity between London and Damascus.

Syrian embassy reopens in London after more than a decade

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After campus threats, professor 'apologizes' for IDF past

After masked activists disrupted his lecture and threatened his life, Professor Michael Ben-Gad reaffirmed his IDF service, saying he 'would have crawled over cut glass' to defend his people.

After campus threats, professor 'apologizes' for IDF past

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Anti-Israel protesters threaten to behead Israeli academic

At City St George’s, University of London, anti-Israel protesters invaded Professor Michael Ben-Gad’s lecture, shouting threats to behead him before being removed by security.

Anti-Israel protesters threaten to behead Israeli academic

Star of David 'offensive'?

Jewish man detained at anti-Israel London rally

Jewish lawyer arrested in London for wearing a Star of David. Police claim it antagonized pro-Palestinian Arab protesters.

Jewish man detained at anti-Israel London rally