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Arson Attacks on London Jewish Sites

Arson Attacks on London Jewish Sites

Metropolitan Police Deputy Commissioner Matt Jukes has warned that the 'troubling' series of incidents appears designed to intimidate and sow discord within the community.

Investigators are probing whether Iranian proxies are paying 'thugs for hire' to carry out the attacks as part of a modern hybrid war.

Two teenagers have been arrested in connection with the most recent firebombing, which caused minor damage to an internal room.

Security has been significantly increased at Jewish premises across the capital as the probe continues.

Metropolitan Police
English territorial police force
Matt Jukes
British police officer
London
Capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom
Iran
Country in Western Asia