Two men accused of plotting to gun down Jews in northwest England are held without bail after appearing in court. Antisemitism in the UK hit a record high last year, with incidents spiking following Hamas' attack on Israel and Israel's military campaign in Gaza.
Key Points
Two men accused of plotting to gun down Jews in an Islamic State-inspired attack in northwest England
Antisemitism incidents hit a record high in the UK last year
Incidents spiked following Hamas' attack on Israel and Israel's military campaign in Gaza
Pros
Increased awareness of antisemitism issues in the UK
Efforts to eliminate antisemitism through legal action
Cons
Presence of individuals plotting terrorist acts
Risk of violence and harm to Jewish community members