Trending Now - UK Counterterror Unit Investigates Arson at Former Synagogue

WHO:

CBS News - Keir Starmer, Prime Minister of the UK

ABC News - Counterterror police

WHAT:

CBS News - Counterterror police are investigating an arson attack at a former London synagogue.

ABC News - The investigation is part of a response to a wave of antisemitic attacks in London.

WHERE:

CBS News - The incident occurred at a former synagogue in London.

WHEN:

CBS News - Keir Starmer warned that there would be "consequences" if Iran is proven to be behind the antisemitic attacks.

WHY:

CBS News - The investigation follows a series of antisemitic attacks causing fear in the Jewish community.

HOW:

ABC News - The investigation is being conducted by counterterror police.

(UPDATED May 5, 2026 13:26 UTC)

Counterterror police are currently investigating an arson attack at a former synagogue in London, which is part of a broader response to a troubling wave of antisemitic incidents in the city. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has warned that there will be "consequences" if it is determined that Iran is behind these attacks. This investigation comes amid rising fears within the Jewish community due to the recent surge in antisemitic violence.