Indian-origin British MP Priti Patel has strongly condemned the arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in north London, calling it a “dark moment” for the country. On Twitter (formerly Twitter), the opposition Conservative MP and UK shadow foreign secretary said:“It is so important to be with the Jewish community in Golders Green today following the disgusting anti-Semitic attack on a Hatzolah ambulance. This is a dark moment for our country. The fear that Jews now feel in Britain is shocking. It must be addressed meaningfully with serious action.” She also thanked emergency responders and supported counter-terrorism police, adding: “I thank the emergency services in North London for their response today and support our counter-terrorism police with their investigation.” Speaking to GB News, Patel described the incident as “beyond comprehension” and said she was deeply shaken.She highlighted her personal connection to the Jewish community, saying, “I find it incomprehensible. This is a community I know very well.”Describing the attack as “absolutely horrific”, he stressed that the safety of the Jewish people must be paramount. He also described the targeting of the volunteer ambulance service as “disgusting”.British Prime Minister Keir Starmer condemned the incident, calling it “extremely shocking.” anti-semitic arson attack“He stressed that “anti-Semitism has no place in our society,” as authorities launched an investigation into the incident.
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The attack took place in Golders Green, an area known for its large Jewish community. Four ambulances of Hatzolah Northwest, the Jewish volunteer emergency service, were set on fire in the early hours of Monday. Authorities believe the vehicles were intentionally targeted in what is being treated as an anti-Semitic hate crime.The fire caused an explosion from gas cylinders inside the ambulance, shattering nearby windows and forcing people to evacuate. Around 40 firefighters and several fire engines were deployed to control the fire. There is no report of anyone being injured.The Metropolitan Police said CCTV footage showed three suspects setting an ambulance on fire before fleeing. No arrests have been made so far and the investigation is ongoing. Additional patrols have been deployed to the area to reassure residents, while community leaders have expressed grief over the attack. The incident has also raised concerns over rising anti-Semitism in Britain in recent years.