Police have arrested two people for racially aggravated public order offences after chants calling for 'intifada' were allegedly shouted at a pro-Palestinian protest in central London. The arrests followed a joint announcement by the Metropolitan Police and Greater Manchester Police that they would take decisive action against placards and chants using the phrase 'globalise the intifada', warning that words can incite violence and cause serious harm. The move comes amid heightened concern following recent attacks on Jewish communities, including a mass shooting in Sydney and a knife attack at a synagogue in Manchester. Police say communities are increasingly anxious and that enhanced measures are needed, including increased patrols and protection around synagogues, schools, and community venues. Jewish leaders have welcomed the decision as a necessary step to challenge hateful rhetoric, while some pro-Palestinian groups have criticised it as an infringement on protest rights. Keir Starmer has announced increased funding for Jewish security and ordered a review of protest and hate crime laws, underscoring the seriousness of rising tensions and antisemitism in the UK.