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Two men arrested in Manchester over suspected terrorist plot targeting Jewish community
Police in Manchester have disrupted a suspected terrorist plot targeting the Jewish community, with two men in their 30s arrested on Sunday, the eve of Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. The arrests were made under Section 41 of the Terrorism Act 2000, with the Metropolitan Police leading the investigation. Sources indicate the plot was 'fairly imminent' and in the later stages of planning. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood emphasized the government's commitment to addressing threats against the Jewish community, stating, 'We cannot expect our Jewish community to live behind higher walls. We must also tackle antisemitism at its source and root it out wherever it rears its head.' Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans, the senior national co-ordinator for Counter-Terrorism Policing (CTP), acknowledged the news would cause concern, particularly during the High Holy Day period, but assured the public that the investigation was proactive and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. The suspects were detained in Manchester city centre on Sunday at 14:45 BST, with police obtaining warrants for further detention until 27 September. Searches were conducted at properties in Liverpool and Salford, and the Community Security Trust highlighted the chilling nature of the plot, noting it came close to the anniversary of a terrorist attack at Heaton Park Synagogue last year. Police confirmed the disruption of a plot to target the Jewish community in the Manchester area, with CTP continuing to work with local forces to provide protective security support and advice for Jewish communities, especially during the High Holy Day period. The arrests were made following a long-running proactive investigation, and police urged the public to remain vigilant and report any concerns. The incident underscores the ongoing security challenges faced by Jewish communities in the UK, particularly during significant religious periods.