UK Wrestles with Counterterrorism Strategy after Another Attack

As the United Kingdom faces its fourth terrorist attack in the last three months, the country is grappling with its counterterrorism strategy as authorities face questions over how they can try to stop the violence and protect citizens.

A 47-year old man suspected of driving the van that struck a group of people near a London mosque has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and for the commission, preparation, or instigation of terrorism, according to police.  London police have not yet released the name of the attacker, but The Guardian reports it is Darren Osborne, who lives in Cardiff, Wales. According to reports, he shouted, “I want to kill all Muslims.”

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