London counter-terrorism police probe drone threat video targeting Israeli Embassy
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- London's counter-terrorism police are investigating a video claiming an attack on the Israeli Embassy with drones carrying dangerous substances.
- The group's video was shared online Wednesday night, prompting an urgent inquiry into its authenticity and a potential link to discarded items in Kensington Gardens.
- Police confirmed the embassy was not attacked but are examining the claims and discarded materials.
The Jerusalem Post reports on a concerning incident that has drawn the attention of London's counter-terrorism police. A video circulating online purports to show an attack on the Israeli Embassy in England, allegedly using drones to deploy dangerous substances. While authorities have confirmed the embassy itself was not breached, the claim has triggered an urgent investigation.
Police are actively working to verify the video's authenticity and to determine if there is any connection between the alleged drone operation and materials found discarded in Kensington Gardens. This situation underscores the persistent security concerns faced by Israeli diplomatic missions abroad.
As this is a developing story, further details are expected as the investigation progresses. The Jerusalem Post will continue to monitor the situation closely.
While we can confirm that the Embassy has not been attacked, we are carrying out urgent inquiries to determine the authenticity of the video and to identify any potential link between it and the items discarded in Kensington Gardens.
Originally published by Jerusalem Post in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.