The UK is marking 20 years since the 7/7 terror attacks on London. Four Islamist suicide bombers detonated devices across the capital’s transport system, killing 52 people and injuring more than 770.
Unfortunately, since that harrowing incident on July 7, 2005, more terrorist attacks have occurred in the UK. Britain continues to come under threat and while one security expert told the Express he believes another mass attack like 7/7 is unlikely, MI5’s Director General revealed last year that since March 2017, his agency and police have together “disrupted 43 late-stage attack plots”. So what do you think? Vote in our poll and join the debate in the comments section. Can’t see the poll below? Click here.
The coordinated 7/7 attacks were the worst single terrorist atrocity on British soil in history.
Three devices were detonated on Underground trains near Aldgate, Edgware Road and Russell Square stations, while a fourth exploded on a bus in Tavistock Square.
Memorial services are taking place to remember those killed in the explosions.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge were among those to attend a commemorative ceremony at St Paul’s Cathedral in central London on Monday.
They were joined by Tory leader Kemi Badenoch, London Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan, survivors, emergency responders and bereaved relatives.
Earlier, the PM and Sir Sadiq laid wreaths at the July 7 memorial in Hyde Park at 8.50am on Monday, to coincide with the time that the first bomb went off.
The King also shared a message marking 20 years since the attacks.
He said: “My heartfelt thoughts and special prayers remain with all those whose lives were forever changed on that terrible summer’s day. We remember with profound sadness the 52 innocent people who were killed in senseless acts of evil – and the enduring grief of their loved ones.
“We recall, too, the hundreds more who carry physical and psychological scars, and pray that their suffering may ease as the years pass.
“In doing so, we should also remember the countless stories of extraordinary courage and compassion that emerged from the darkness of that day.
“The selfless bravery of our emergency services, transport workers, and fellow citizens who rushed towards danger to help strangers reminds us of the very best of humanity in the face of the very worst.”
