Twelve arrested over threat to Islamic event
Twelve people have been arrested in the UK following a credible right-wing terror threat against an Islamic festival in Suffolk. The event was ended early as a precaution, and authorities confirmed the investigation is ongoing.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the persistent threat of domestic terrorism and the government's focus on protecting religious gatherings.
Image caption, Thousands of people are understood to have attended the UK Ijtima in Suffolk at the weekend
Twelve people have been arrested over an alleged right-wing terror threat to an Islamic event at a country estate in Suffolk, police said.
Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP)London said the UK Ijtima event at Shrubland Hall at Barham was ended early on Sunday as a precaution after the possible threat.
Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said the response of the police in tackling a "credible threat" to the festival had "undoubtedly saved lives".
Commander Helen Flanagan, head of Counter Terrorism Policing London, said officers moved quickly to make the arrests across various locations in the country.
CTP confirmed the investigation was "right-wing terrorism related" and officers were conducting searches at various addresses across the country linked to those arrested.
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