Grief and Unity: Britain Confronts Synagogue Attack on Holiest Day
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned an attack at a Manchester synagogue that targeted Jews on their holiest day. Following the incident, which left two dead, Starmer vowed to combat rising antisemitism and increase security for Jewish communities, promising a united and compassionate response from the nation.
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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly condemned the attack at a Manchester synagogue, emphasizing that the violence was driven by antisemitic motives, as it occurred on the most sacred day of the Jewish calendar.
Following an emergency security meeting, Starmer pledged to bolster protection for Jewish communities amid growing concerns about antisemitism in the country.
In a bid to reassure the Jewish population, Starmer highlighted Britain's commitment to compassion and unity, recalling the nation's history as a sanctuary for Jews escaping atrocities such as the Holocaust.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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