Four ambulances owned by Jewish medical nonprofit Hatzola were torched overnight in north London, sparking explosions that shattered nearby windows. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer called it a "deeply shocking antisemitic arson attack" amid rising global tensions.
🚒 Firefighters, Fear, and Fallout
Forty firefighters battled the blaze in Golders Green – an area with a large Jewish community. No injuries were reported, but Israel\u2019s embassy warned antisemitism has become "rampant" in London, demanding urgent action to prevent escalation.
🌍 Militant Group Claims Responsibility
The Iran-aligned Islamic Movement of the People of the Right Hand claimed the attack via SITE Intelligence. The group has reportedly targeted Jewish sites in Belgium, Greece, and the Netherlands since 2023.
📈 Global Antisemitism Surge
Hate crimes against Jewish communities have spiked worldwide since Hamas\u2019 October 2023 attacks. Starmer noted this week that Britain recorded over 15,000 antisemitic incidents since 2023, including a deadly 2025 Manchester synagogue attack.
"Silence and inaction are no longer an option," Israel\u2019s embassy declared on X. The UK government plans enhanced security for religious sites as tensions persist.
