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Police Vow Arrests for Antisemitic Protests After Sydney Attack

12/17/2025

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The Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said protesters chanting "globalise the intifada" will be arrested, after a terror attack at a Jewish festival in Sydney that killed 15 people.
The officials emphasized decisive action against phrases that incite fear in Jewish communities.
The Community Security Trust welcomed the announcement, citing antisemitism and urging tougher measures against hateful chants.
Naveed Akram, the suspect in the Sydney attack, faces charges including murder and terrorism offenses.

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The Greater Manchester Police Chief Constable Sir Stephen Watson and Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley said protesters chanting "globalise the intifada" will be arrested, after a terror attack at a Jewish festival in Sydney that killed 15 people.
The officials emphasized decisive action against phrases that incite fear in Jewish communities.
The Community Security Trust welcomed the announcement, citing antisemitism and urging tougher measures against hateful chants.
Naveed Akram, the suspect in the Sydney attack, faces charges including murder and terrorism offenses.