# UK arrests 12 for far-right terror plot targeting Muslim event

British police arrested 12 people suspected of planning an extreme right-wing terrorist attack on a Muslim community event. The arrests follow intelligence about a credible threat, highlighting persistent dangers from far-right extremism in the UK. The swift action prevented potential casualties and underscored ongoing security concerns around religious gatherings.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/7/13/uk-arrests-12-over-extreme-right-wing-terror-threat-to-muslim-event?traffic_source=rss) — Mon, 13 Jul 2026 19:53:02 +0000