U.K. raises terrorism threat level to "severe" after stabbing attack
The U.K. has raised its national terrorism threat level from 'substantial' to 'severe' following a stabbing attack in Golders Green, northwest London, that injured two Jewish men. Authorities cited growing threats from both Islamist and extreme right-wing terrorism, with officials condemning the attack as a terrorist act. The 'severe' level indicates that a terrorist attack is highly likely, prompting increased security measures across the country.
- ▪The U.K. raised its terrorism threat level to 'severe' after a stabbing attack in Golders Green, London, on April 30, 2026.
- ▪Two Jewish men were wounded in the attack, which officials have labeled an act of terrorism.
- ▪Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood described the stabbing as an 'abhorrent' and 'vile act of terrorism'.
- ▪London Mayor Sadiq Khan emphasized that the 'severe' threat level means an attack is highly likely and pledged enhanced security.
- ▪The incident follows a recent arson attack on emergency vehicles belonging to a Jewish community ambulance service in the same area.
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World U.K. raises terrorism threat level to "severe" after Golders Green stabbing attack By Elena Giuliano April 30, 2026 / 3:30 PM EDT / CBS News Add CBS News on Google The U.K. has raised its national threat level from "substantial" to "severe" following a stabbing attack that wounded two Jewish men in Golders Green, a residential area in northwest London, on Wednesday. Officials cited the increasing threat of Islamist and extreme right-wing terrorism in the country.In a government statement, Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood described the attack as "abhorrent" and a "vile act of terrorism.""I know this will be a source of concern to many, particularly among our Jewish community, who have suffered so much" the statement reads.London Mayor Sadiq Khan also expressed solidarity with the…
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