Manchester Synagogue Attack Kills Two Attacker Shot Dead

Former Defence Secretary Sir Grant Shapps recounted his father-in-law Michael Goldstone's brave efforts during the Manchester synagogue attack, where he helped barricade doors to stop the assailant, Jihad Al-Shamie, who was armed with a seven-inch knife and attempted to break in by stabbing windows, kicking doors, and throwing flower pots. Goldstone was positioned next to Adrian Daulby, who was fatally shot by police while trying to prevent the attacker from entering the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue; Daulby has been hailed as a hero by his family. The attacker’s violent attempts to breach the synagogue were met with resistance from Goldstone, the rabbi, and others inside the building. Shapps expressed sorrow over Daulby’s death, explaining that a stray bullet meant for the attacker tragically hit him. The incident has also sparked controversy, with Jewish community leaders condemning pro-Palestine protests that coincided with the attack and describing them as insensitive. Shapps emphasized the need to balance civil liberties with measures to curb extreme behavior in the wake of such attacks.