Newshour Two people killed in British synagogue attack
Oct 2, 2025
Frank Gardner, BBC security correspondent, discusses the chilling details of a synagogue attack in Manchester, emphasizing police responses and counter-terrorism efforts. He highlights rising concerns about anti-Semitism and the community's fears. Maria Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, shares her insights on the political climate in Venezuela and praises U.S. actions against drug smugglers, expressing hope for change. They also touch on global protests and rising safety issues in Formula One racing, making for a thought-provoking conversation.
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Attack Occurred On A Major Holy Day
- The Manchester synagogue attack occurred on Yom Kippur, increasing vulnerability as many more people attend services that day.
- Authorities described it as a terror incident with two killed and four injured, heightening national concern about antisemitic violence.
Nearby Reporter Witnessed The Chaos
- Josh Aronson described arriving and seeing a man bleeding and then witnessing someone stabbing at a vehicle window while bystanders reacted.
- He recounted police arriving within seconds and giving warnings before they opened fire on the attacker.
Rapid Police Response Limited The Attack Duration
- The entire critical response from first call to suspect being shot took seven minutes, demonstrating rapid armed-police deployment.
- Emergency services arrived within minutes and paramedics began treating the injured shortly afterwards.