London neighbourhood known for its Hasidic community in Hackney
Two men have been convicted for religiously aggravated harassment after they filmed antisemitic abuse of a Jewish man in Clapton Common, Hackney, to post on TikTok. They have received six-week prison sentences suspended for 12 months, plus 150 hours of unpaid work and rehab. Police say the offence targeted the Jewish community and sent a harmful online message.
Authorities report a surge in antisemitic incidents in London, including stabbings, arson at Jewish sites and harassment videotaped for social media. Police have expanded protection with a new community protection team and heightened investigations into possible Iran-linked involvement.
A video shows individuals making antisemitic threats on Whitechapel Road, Tower Hamlets, near a mosque. Met officers have attended and are pursuing inquiries. The incident follows a spike in antisemitic activity and the Met has deployed additional officers to protect Jewish communities.