UK Boosts Jewish Security After Terror Attack

0:00On April 30, UK government just dropped 25 million pounds to beef up security for Jewish communities after a brutal stabbing in golders. Green, North London. Two men got attacked Wednesday just after 11 a.m. and cops are calling a terrorism. The suspect, a 45-year-old British national born in Somalia, was allegedly hunting for anyone visibly Jewish. Home Secretary Shabbana Mahmoud vowed to do everything in her power to keep British Jews safe. That cash will fund more police patrols around synagogues, schools, and community centers. They're also fast-tracking new laws to crack down on groups tied to hostile states, with details coming in the King's speech on May 13. The Jewish community is feeling real fear right now, and leaders like Chief Rabbi Efriya Mervis are pushing for action on anti-Semitism's root causes. The board of deputies wants the full force of the state to punish and deter hate. Officials Shalom Rand, 34, and Moshe Shain, 76, are stable in hospital.

1:02Police say the suspect has a history of serious violence and mental health problems. This attack fits a pattern. Arson hits on Jewish spots in London since March, including two in golders green before this. Prime Minister Kierstarmer's meeting criminal justice folks today implans a golders green visit soon, promising to tackle anti-Semitism head on. Officers mounting to restrict pro-Palestinian marches amid expert warnings their fueling hate. Keeping this security push front and center.