British police are investigating possible Iran-related incidents after an Islamist group claimed responsibility for an arson attack on a Jewish charity ambulance in north London, which is being treated as a suspected anti-Semitic hate crime.Four ambulances were destroyed in Golders Green in the early hours of Monday morning, triggering a major emergency response and a counter-terrorism-led investigation, although the incident has not yet been officially classified as terrorism.
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The attack took place in Golders Green, an area known for its large Jewish community. Four ambulances belonging to Hadzola North West were set on fire in the early hours of Monday morning.
Authorities believe the vehicles were deliberately targeted and it is considered an anti-Semitic hate crime.The fire caused a gas cylinder inside the ambulance to explode, shattering nearby windows and prompting an evacuation. No injuries were reported in the incident.
Police investigate possible links to Iran
The Metropolitan Police said it was investigating online allegations by Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, a little-known group believed to have links to pro-Iran networks.Met Commissioner Mark Rowley said investigators were looking at “all aspects of the investigation” but stressed it was “too early” to blame Iran directly for the attack.Security agencies have warned against jumping to conclusions, although the claim is being reviewed for veracity.
CCTV shows suspect masked, not yet arrested
Investigators are analyzing CCTV footage which appears to show three masked men pouring accelerant onto a parked vehicle before setting the fire.A manhunt has been launched but no arrests have been made yet.
Starmer condemns ‘horrific’ attack
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident as a “horrible” and “deeply shocking” act of anti-Semitism.He met with Jewish community leaders and pledged support, while authorities announced increased security measures at Jewish schools, synagogues and community centers.The attack comes amid growing concerns about rising anti-Semitic incidents following the Hamas attack on Israel on October 7 and the subsequent conflict in Gaza.Community leaders said the incident heightened fears among Britain’s Jewish population. In 2025, a fatal attack also occurred outside a synagogue in Manchester.
