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London synagogue arson attempt arrests

British police arrested two people over an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in north London, with counter-terrorism officers probing possible links to Iran.

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Monday, 20 April 2026 at 07:58 UTC
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British police announced on Monday the arrest of two individuals in connection with an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in north London over the weekend. Counter-terrorism officers are investigating potential links between this incident and a series of recent attacks on Jewish targets, with suspicions pointing toward Iran. The arrests highlight ongoing security concerns for Jewish communities in the UK amid rising tensions. Authorities have not released further details on the suspects or the specific evidence tying the attack to Iran.
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