Stories from United Kingdom

Conservative Shadow Crime Minister Matt Vickers has labeled attacks on the Jewish community a national emergency. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed deep concern following attacks on the Jewish community in the United Kingdom. Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch described the situation as an epidemic of violence against British Jews. Both leaders said the need for action to curb the violence. Local residents expressed feeling unsafe in the UK following recent incidents near a synagogue. Police stated the community remains strong but noted concern regarding recent events. Last month, Hatzola ambulances were set on fire outside a synagogue. On Monday, an arson attempt occurred at a memorial wall located 50 meters from a Jewish center.