LONDON: UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has expressed concern after a mosque in the city of Manchester was allegedly targeted by a white male carrying weapons including an axe, Sky News reported on Wednesday.
The suspect, in his 40s, was arrested after allegedly entering the mosque as Ramadan prayers were held.
He was said to be accompanied by a black man as he entered Manchester Central Mosque on Tuesday evening.
The first suspect was arrested by police on suspicion of carrying an offensive weapon and possession of class B drugs. He remains in custody for questioning.
Starmer wrote on X: “I am concerned to hear of the incident at Manchester Central Mosque last night. I know this will be worrying for Muslim communities, especially during Ramadan, a time of peace and reflection.
