Manchester Synagogue Attack Suspect Pledged Allegiance to Islamic State, Police Say

The suspect behind last week's deadly car and knife terror attack outside a synagogue in Manchester allegedly pledged allegiance to the Islamic State, authorities said. Jihad Al-Shamie, 35, a British citizen, was identified as the attacker. Authorities have confirmed that Al-Shamie made statements indicating his loyalty to the Islamic State during the attack. The incident has raised concerns about the threat of terrorism in the UK.