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UK PM Starmer Condemns 'Shocking' Antisemitic Arson Attack on Ambulances

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has strongly condemned an arson attack on four ambulances belonging to the Jewish community service Hatzalah in London. The Metropolitan Police are treating the incident as an antisemitic hate crime and are searching for three suspects. While no injuries were reported, nearby houses were evacuated as a precaution due to explosions from gas canisters. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and have increased patrols in the area to reassure the community.

Key Points: UK PM Condemns Antisemitic Arson Attack on Jewish Ambulances

  • Four Jewish ambulances torched in London
  • PM Starmer condemns antisemitic hate crime
  • Police seek three suspects
  • No injuries reported, homes evacuated
  • CCTV footage under review
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'Antisemitic attack': UK PM condemns London arson attack

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemns a shocking arson attack on four Jewish community ambulances in London, being treated as a hate crime.

"This is a deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack. My thoughts are with the Jewish community... - Keir Starmer"

London, March 23

The United Kingdom's Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday condemned the arson of four ambulances belonging to the Jewish community ambulance service in Golders Green.

In a post on X, he underlined that antisemitism has no place in society and urged people with information about the attack to come to the police.

In a post on X, he said, "This is a deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack. My thoughts are with the Jewish community, who are waking up this morning to this horrific news. Antisemitism has no place in our society. Anyone with any information must come forward to the police."

His remarks come as an investigation has been launched, with the Metropolitan Police saying on Monday that the arson attack is being treated as an anti-Semitic hate crime.

Met Police, which is the police service for the Greater London area, said in that officers received a call from the London Fire Brigade in the early hours of Monday about a fire on Highfield Road, Golden Greers.

"Officers attended the scene where four Hatzalah ambulances were on fire", it said.

As per the Met Police, nearby houses have been evacuated as a precaution and road closures remain in place. While no injuries have been reported, all the fires have been put out.

"We are aware of reports of explosions - this is believed to be linked to gas cannisters onboard the ambulances", the statement noted.

Superintendent Sarah Jackson, who leads policing in the local area, underlined the distress which the incident resulted in and said the police are in the process of examining CCTV footage.

"We know this incident will cause a great deal of community concern, and officers remain on scene to carry out urgent enquiries. We are in the process of examining CCTV and are aware of online footage.

While no arrests have been made so far, she said that the police are looking for three suspects at the early stage.

"We believe we are looking for three suspects at this early stage. There have been no arrests yet, and we would urge anyone with information to please contact us as soon as possible - you can do so anonymously if you wish."

Jackson added that engagements will take place with faith leaders, and additional patrols will be carried out in the local area as the police continue the investigation to provide reassurance and a highly visible presence.

- ANI

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Rohit P
As an Indian, we know the pain of communal violence and targeted attacks. It's sad to see this happening in London. Hope the culprits are caught soon and the community feels safe again.
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David E
Strong condemnation is good, but the PM needs to ensure concrete steps are taken. Increased patrols are a start, but what about long-term education and community programs to fight this hatred? The UK has seen a worrying rise in such incidents.
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Ananya R
Gas cylinders on ambulances exploding... thank God no one was hurt. This could have been a major tragedy. The police must review the security for all community service vehicles. Very disturbing news.
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Siddharth J
Respect to the London Fire Brigade for quick action. The world is becoming so intolerant. In India, we have our challenges, but attacking life-saving ambulances? That's pure evil. Hope the three suspects are identified from the CCTV soon.
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Kavya N
My heart goes out to the Jewish community in London. No one should feel unsafe because of their faith. The engagement with faith leaders is a good step. We need more dialogue and understanding, less violence. 🙏

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