Domestic security stories

Jun 15, 2026

Two Men Convicted in Russian-Directed Arson Attacks Targeting UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer

Two men have been found guilty of conspiring to carry out arson attacks on properties and a car linked to UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, with BBC investigations revealing the attacks were directed by a Russian-speaking handler operating through Telegram under the alias 'El Money' as part of a broader Russian campaign.

Jun 15, 2026·6 sources

Apr 30, 2026

UK Raises Terrorism Threat Level to 'Severe' After Golders Green Stabbing

The UK elevated its terrorism threat level to 'severe' following a double stabbing attack in London's predominantly Jewish Golders Green neighborhood. The suspect had been referred to the Prevent anti-radicalization program in 2020.

Apr 30, 2026·8 sources

Apr 29, 2026

London Stabbing of Two Jewish Men Declared Terrorist Incident

UK police declared the stabbing of two Jewish men in London's Golders Green area a terrorist incident. A suspect with a history of serious violence and mental health issues was arrested, prompting Prime Minister Starmer to call a Cobra meeting.

Apr 29, 2026·7 sources

Apr 20, 2026

UK Police Investigate Potential Iran Links to Arson Attacks on Jewish Sites in London

UK police are investigating whether a series of arson attacks on Jewish sites in northwest London, including synagogues and ambulances, are the work of Iranian proxies.

Apr 20, 2026·6 sources

Top claims

▪Roman Lavrynovych was recruited online by a Russian-speaking Telegram user with the alias "El Money," who promised payment for the attacks.
▪Hope Not Hate warned authorities that the group might be grooming UK residents for a "terror attack against a mosque or identifiably Muslim target."
▪The Russian embassy in the UK rejected any association with unlawful activities, stating Russia poses "no threat to the United Kingdom."