Britain needs to recognize the presence of Islamist terror around it.

Manchester Synagogue Attack: A Call to Action Against Extremism

The recent assault on a synagogue in Manchester, occurring on the holiest day in the Jewish calendar, serves as a stark reminder for Britain about the growing issue of Muslim extremism.

For the past couple of years, protests have chanted phrases like “Intifada globalization!” claiming a desire for the exclusion of Israel, seemingly devoid of any connection to anti-Semitism—even if that’s debatable.

These protests, they insist, are rooted in humanitarian concerns.

However, if there was ever a separation between genuine opposition to the Gaza conflict and outright hatred of Jews, the crowds rallying for a “free Palestine” seem to blur that line quite significantly.

Hours after the announcement about Jihad Al Shamie (yes, that’s his real name), violent protests erupted across England.

Some Muslim supporters of terrorism argue that these riots are simply responses to perceived atrocities in Gaza. They claim it’s all about the blockade or the latest aid shipments.

But how does one interpret the chant from London? “Khaybar, Khaybar Ya Yahud! Jaysh Muhammad Soufa Ya’oud!” (Look at Khaybar, Jews! Muhammad’s army is coming soon!) This echoes sentiments from a significant historical battle in 628, where Muhammad overcame Jewish tribes, and has become an anthem for modern protests.

For many Muslims on Britain’s terrorist watch list and various Hamas advocates globally, it seems Jews attending synagogues are viewed as supporters of the Israeli military.

In this context, “globalizing the Intifada” takes on a troubling meaning.

There’s a desire to shift the conflict between Zionism and what’s termed “settlement colonialism” into British cities.

Meanwhile, UK police appear more focused on online crimes concerning female students and retirees rather than addressing these violent outbursts, often citing anonymous complaints as justification.

This is the same nation that has, in the past, stumbled over accusations of “racism” when it should have responded decisively. Years of covering up incidents involving South Asian “groomers” have allowed serious injustices, such as the exploitation of young English girls, to fester.

And the current labor government, it seems, continues to undermine Israel’s military actions, adding fuel to an already burning fire. I had a chance to meet Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy, a controversial figure who faced significant backlash while speaking at a service for the victims in Manchester.