Manchester Synagogue Terrorist Kills Two Wearing Bomb Vest on Yom Kippur

A terror attack occurred outside the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue in north Manchester, where a suspect drove a car directly at bystanders before stabbing people. The suspect was found wearing a vest resembling an explosive device, later confirmed to be non-viable, and was fatally shot by police seven minutes after the initial call. Two members of the Jewish community were killed and four others were seriously injured in the attack, which took place on Yom Kippur, the holiest day in the Jewish calendar. The attacker was prevented from entering the synagogue thanks to the bravery of security staff and worshippers inside, as well as swift police action. Greater Manchester Police identified the suspect but withheld details pending confirmation, and two other individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident. The investigation is being led by Counterterrorism Police, with heightened security measures and strong official condemnation following the attack.