2 Arrested Over London Synagogue Arson Attack
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- Category: Europe
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-16 05:25 UTC
- Sources: Politico Europe
Two people were arrested in connection with an attempted arson attack on a north-west London synagogue, which was being treated as an antisemitic hate crime. CCTV footage showed two individuals approaching the synagogue wearing dark clothing and balaclavas.
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