Newscast Manchester Synagogue Attack: PM Tells Protesters To ‘Respect Grief Of British Jews’
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Oct 4, 2025 In the wake of the Manchester synagogue attack, community reactions and political responses take center stage. Kemi Badenoch faces the challenge of defining her leadership as tensions rise in the Conservative party. The discussion shifts to everyday antisemitism faced by children, revealing haunting personal stories. Amid the backdrop of protests, the balance between free speech and community protection is debated. Will a pause in the Gaza conflict ease domestic tensions? All while karaoke adds a lighthearted tradition to the Conservative conference.
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Badenoch's Synagogue Visit And Criticism
- Kemi Badenoch visited the Heaton Park synagogue after Thursday's attack and met local officials and police.
- She criticised the government for allowing a climate that, she argued, enabled homegrown extremism and intimidation of Jews.
Conflicted Reactions At Synagogue And Protests
- Laura Kuenssberg described scenes at protests and the prime minister's request for people to avoid protesting as a mark of respect.
- She reported that some Jews heckled politicians while others, like two rabbis she spoke to, did not share that anger.
Children Describe Daily Security As Normal
- Laura spoke to three Jewish boys who said daily security incidents are normal at their school.
- For them, being shouted at or having things thrown is an accepted part of life in the UK now.