On April 29, 2026, two Jewish men were stabbed in London, prompting the UK government to raise the national terrorism threat level from 'substantial' to 'severe,' according to official statements. The attack occurred in the Stamford Hill area, a neighborhood with a large Orthodox Jewish community. Police have declared it a terrorist incident.
The victims, both in their 40s, were taken to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. A suspect was arrested at the scene. The Metropolitan Police's Counter Terrorism Command is leading the investigation. No further details about the suspect have been released.
The 'severe' threat level indicates that an attack is highly likely. The UK's threat level system ranges from 'low' to 'critical.' This is the first time the level has been raised since February 2023, when it was lowered from 'severe' to 'substantial.'
Community leaders have condemned the attack and called for increased security. The incident has raised concerns about rising antisemitism in the UK. The Community Security Trust, which monitors antisemitic incidents, reported a record number of incidents in 2025.
