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Two k!lled, four injured during attack at Manchester Synagogue on Yom Kippur Jewish holiday

Tragedy struck in Manchester as worshippers marking Yom Kippur, one of the holiest days in the Jewish calendar, came under attack at a synagogue. According to local authorities, two people lost their lives while four others sustained injuries during the violent incident. Emergency services rushed to the scene and transported the injured victims to nearby hospitals for urgent treatment.

The attack has sent shockwaves across the Jewish community in Manchester and beyond, with leaders condemning the violence and calling for greater protection of religious spaces. Police confirmed that investigations are underway to uncover the motive behind the attack, with security around synagogues and other places of worship immediately heightened in response.

Community leaders, faith organizations, and government officials have expressed solidarity with the victims and their families. Many described the assault as a direct attack on religious freedom and peaceful worship. Calls have intensified for stronger measures to prevent hate-driven violence and to ensure that places of worship remain safe for all.

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