In Manchester, man launches terrorist attack in synagogue
Terrorist in Manchester. Photo: Telegraph
On October 2, there was an attack on believers at Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in Manchester. The incident occurred on one of the holiest days in in the Jewish calendar – Yom Kippur when Jewish worshippers attend synagogues en masse.
Two people were killed in the car and knife attack. Three others are in a serious condition, Greater Manchester Police said.
The suspected terrorist was shot dead by by police moments after launching the attack. Manchester police classify the attack as a terrorist act. The attacker was wearing a suicide belt that was suspected to contain an explosive device.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced increased security measures in synagogues across the country following the attack in Manchester. "Additional police assets have been deployed to synagogues nationwide, and we will do everything to ensure the safety of our Jewish community," Starmer stated.
Earlier, the UOJ reported that in the USA, a terrorist opened fire and set blaze in the U.S. Mormon church.
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