UK Green Party leader Zack Polanski calls for nuance on antisemitism amid political dispute
Zack Polanski, leader of the Green Party in England and Wales, has urged politicians to approach discussions on antisemitism with "consideration, care and nuance." His remarks came as he criticised Labour leader Keir Starmer for what he described as "playing silly games" with the issue.Polanski's comments followed a period of heightened scrutiny over antisemitism within political parties, including recent arson attacks targeting the Jewish community in the UK.Starmer labelled Polanski "disgraceful" for distinguishing between actual threats and perceptions of unsafety.The Green Party leader also acknowledged the existence of antisemitism but warned against conflating legitimate pro-Palestinian views with antisemitic statements.He expressed... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 24 Apr 2026 21:02 LONDON
17-year-old pleads guilty to arson attack on London synagogue
A 17-year-old British teenager has pleaded guilty to arson after throwing a bottle containing an accelerant through a window of the Kenton United Synagogue in north-west London on Saturday night.The incident caused minor smoke damage but no injuries were reported.The youth, from Brent, appeared at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Tuesday where he admitted to arson not endangering life.He was released on bail with conditions including residing at his home and being prohibited from entering any synagogue.The attack was claimed by a group suspected to be an Iran-backed sleeper cell operating across Europe, known as Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia.This group has... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 21 Apr 2026 17:03 LONDON
British Jews report rising antisemitism and consider emigration
British Jews have reported a significant increase in antisemitic abuse, including threats and harassment, prompting many to contemplate leaving the United Kingdom.Amanda, a 47-year-old volunteer and school governor in a London suburb, described being spat at, called a "baby killer," and receiving a death threat over the past two years because of her Jewish identity.Amanda, who previously wore a Star of David pendant openly, now fears displaying Jewish symbols as it marks her as a target.She told BBC Panorama that living openly as a Jewish person in the UK has become uncomfortable and unsafe.In a WhatsApp group of about 20... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 20 Apr 2026 07:03 LONDON
Attempted arson attack at north-west London synagogue amid rising antisemitic incidents
An attempted arson attack occurred at Kenton United Synagogue in Harrow, north-west London, causing minor smoke damage but no injuries.The incident took place overnight on Saturday and is part of a series of similar attacks targeting Jewish sites in the area.The Community Security Trust (CST), which monitors antisemitism and supports Jewish communities, confirmed the damage was limited to an internal room with no significant structural harm.The synagogue is located near a school and children's playground.Police responded promptly, establishing a large cordon and deploying forensic teams, fire investigation dogs, and plainclothes officers.Several police vehicles, including marked and unmarked cars, were present... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 19 Apr 2026 11:30 LONDON
UK's counterterror police probe another London arson attack
Counterterrorism police in London are investigating a recent arson attack on a shop in Hendon, an area with a significant Jewish population.The incident occurred late on Friday night when a man was seen placing and attempting to ignite three bottles containing fluid near a row of shops.The bottles failed to fully ignite, causing minimal damage, and the suspect fled the scene.No injuries were reported in the fire, according to a statement from the Metropolitan Police.The police have not specified the business targeted in the attack.This incident follows a similar arson attack on a synagogue in nearby Finchley on Wednesday, for... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 18 Apr 2026 12:30 LONDON
