'Challenge we face from evil forces of terrorism': India condemns Manchester Synagogue attack on Yom Kippur

India condemns terror attack on Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester on Yom Kippur

India on Thursday strongly condemned the terror attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester that took place during Yom Kippur services, calling it a stark reminder of the ongoing global threat of terrorism.

Two people were killed and several others were injured after a man drove a car into pedestrians and carried out a stabbing attack outside the synagogue. The suspect was shot dead by armed police, and authorities later declared the incident a terrorist attack.

Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal issued a statement expressing India’s outrage and solidarity. “We condemn the terror attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester, during Yom Kippur services today. It is particularly saddening that this heinous act was committed on the International Day of Non-violence. This attack is yet another grim reminder of the challenge we face from the evil forces of terrorism, which the global community must combat and defeat through united and concerted action,” he said.

We condemn the terror attack on the Heaton Park Synagogue in Manchester, during Yom Kippur services today. It is particularly saddening that this heinous act was committed on the International Day of Non-violence.

This attack is yet another grim reminder of the challenge we… — Randhir Jaiswal (@MEAIndia) October 2, 2025

Jaiswal added that India’s “thoughts and prayers are with the victims, their families, and the city of Manchester,” while affirming that “we stand in solidarity with the people of the United Kingdom in this moment of grief.”