- Counter-terror police are investigating an arson at a former synagogue in Tower Hamlets, east London, which occurred on Tuesday morning.
- The deliberately set fire caused minor damage to the gates and a lock at the front of the building, with no injuries reported.
- This incident is the latest in a series of arsons and attempted arsons targeting Jewish community sites across London in recent months.
- Commander Helen Flanagan, head of Counter Terrorism Policing London, is leading the investigation and will consider potential links to previous incidents in north-west London.
- Local police have increased their presence in the area and are appealing for anyone with CCTV footage or information to assist detectives.
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