King Charles, Prince William and Princess Kate 'concerned' over stabbing attack
Statements have been releasedKing Charles, Prince William and Princess Kate have expressed concern following a stabbing attack on two Jewish men in north London, underscoring growing unease over a series of incidents affecting the capital’s Jewish community.
The attack took place in Golders Green on Wednesday, the same day as William and Kate 15th wedding anniversary.
William and Kate release statement on stabbing
A Kensington Palace spokesperson said: “The Prince and Princess of Wales are following the situation closely, and are, of course, concerned about the attacks upon the Jewish community. The innocent victims of today’s attack are in their thoughts, and they wish them a speedy recovery.”
King Charles, currently on a state visit to the United States, was also briefed on developments and described as “deeply concerned” by Buckingham Palace.
The palace said: “His Majesty is being kept fully informed and is naturally deeply concerned, in particular about the impact for the Jewish community.
“His thoughts and prayers are with the two individuals who were injured and offers his heartfelt gratitude to those who so selflessly rushed to their aid.”
Details of the Golders Green attack
The incident occurred on April 29, when two Jewish men, one in his 30s and the other in his 70s, were stabbed by a lone attacker. Both victims were taken to hospital following the assault.
The attacker also reportedly attempted to stab arresting officers during the incident.
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The Metropolitan Police later declared the attack a terrorist incident. Commissioner Mark Rowley said the suspect had a “history of serious violence and mental health issues”.
The stabbing forms part of a broader pattern of incidents targeting the Jewish community in London in recent weeks. On March 23 , four volunteer ambulances operated by charity Hatzola were destroyed in an arson attack. No injuries were reported.
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In response to rising concerns, the king recently became a patron of the Community Security Trust, a charity focused on protecting Jewish communities across the United Kingdom.
The innocent victims of today’s attack are in their thoughts, and they wish them a speedy recovery.
In a statement, the organisation said: “His Majesty’s longstanding commitment to promoting tolerance, inclusion and interfaith understanding aligns closely with CST’s mission to protect British Jews.”
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This isn’t the first time King Charles has spoken out on a stabbing attack.
In November, he issued a statement after reports emerged of multiple stabbings on board a train travelling from Doncaster to King’s Cross, London.
11 people reportedly received treatment in hospital following the attack.
The king said: “My wife and I were truly appalled and shocked to hear of the dreadful knife attack that took place on board a train in Cambridgeshire last night.
“Our deepest sympathy and thoughts are with all those affected, and their loved ones. We are particularly grateful to the emergency services for their response to this awful incident.”
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