‘Time the rest of us stepped up’: terror survivors’ group writes letter in support of UK Jews
Dozens of survivors and bereaved relatives of terror attacks have signed an open letter supporting the UK Jewish community amid a rise in antisemitic incidents. The letter, organized by Survivors Against Terror, condemns attempts to justify antisemitic violence and calls for unity against all forms of hatred. The group emphasizes that combating prejudice is a shared societal responsibility, not just a government duty.
- ▪The letter was coordinated by Survivors Against Terror following recent attacks on Jewish men in north London.
- ▪The UK terror threat level has been raised to 'severe' due to increased Islamist and extreme rightwing threats.
- ▪The letter states that justifying antisemitic attacks based on Israel’s actions fosters an environment conducive to more violence.
- ▪Brendan Cox, co-founder of the group, stressed that prejudice leads to hatred and ultimately terrorism.
- ▪Signatories include relatives of victims from the Bataclan, Manchester Arena, and IRA Brighton bombing attacks.
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The letter said: ‘Those who justify those antisemitic attacks as being a result of Israel’s actions are not simply wrong, but create an environment where more attacks are more likely.’ Photograph: Justin Tallis/AFP/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThe letter said: ‘Those who justify those antisemitic attacks as being a result of Israel’s actions are not simply wrong, but create an environment where more attacks are more likely.’ Photograph: Justin Tallis/AFP/Getty ImagesUK news‘Time the rest of us stepped up’: terror survivors’ group writes letter in support of UK JewsLetter coordinated by Survivors Against Terror, which includes bereaved relatives, after spate of attacks on Jewish communityHannah Al-OthmanTue 5 May 2026 01.00 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDozens of survivors…
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