Jewish volunteer ambulances set on fire outside London synagogue in antisemitic attack - CNN

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March 23, 2026
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Ambulances operated by Jewish volunteers were set on fire outside a London synagogue in an apparent anti-Semitic attack.

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Volunteer ambulances operated by a Jewish organization were set on fire outside a London synagogue in what police are treating as an apparent anti-Semitic attack. The vehicles, which provide emergency medical services to the Jewish community, were deliberately targeted in the incident. The attack reflects a broader pattern of anti-Semitic incidents across the UK in recent years, particularly following escalations in the Middle East. Police have launched an investigation and are appealing for witnesses and information. The incident underscores security concerns facing Jewish institutions and community organizations across Britain.

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