"They tried to firebomb my synagogue": The rise in antisemitic attacks

"They tried to firebomb my synagogue": The rise in antisemitic attacks

April 22, 2026 · 30 min

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The episode discusses the recent surge in antisemitic attacks and its impact on the Jewish community.

Attacks targeting the Jewish community have surged in recent weeks, with synagogues and community centres being hit. Many people are feeling increasingly vulnerable, but what's behind this escalation? And how is it impacting Jewish people? This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory Guests: David Woode, crime editor, The Times Josh Glancy, associate editor, The Sunday Times Host: Luke Jones.  Producers: Dave Creasey & Edward Drummond. We want to hear from you - email: thestory@thetimes.com Read more: Jewish attacks ‘are why state-backed groups must be called terrorists’ Further listening: Danny Finkelstein: How the world’s antisemites turned on me Clips: Channel 4, BBC News, ITV News, Times Radio, Daily Mirror. Photo: Getty Images. This podcast was brought to you thanks to subscribers of The Times and The Sunday Times. To enjoy unlimited digital access to all our journalism subscribe  here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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