The British police have charged two Iranian men with planning a terrorist attack targeting the Jewish community in Manchester on the eve of Yom Kippur. According to the police, the two men, Rahman Salehi, 35, and Salam Ahmadian, 36, were charged with preparing to commit a terrorist act or assisting another person to commit a terrorist act. The charges were brought after an investigation by counter-terrorism police.
The police alleged that the two men were in contact with a third person abroad, believed to be in Iran, as part of the plot. The investigation revealed that the men were planning to target the Jewish community in Manchester, where thousands of Jewish Britons were attending synagogues on the eve of Yom Kippur. The police and prosecution stated that the charges were brought after a thorough investigation.
The two men were arrested in the Northern Quarter area of Manchester and are set to appear before Westminster Magistrates' Court. The police and prosecution stated that the charges were brought under the Terrorist Offences Act. The investigation was conducted by counter-terrorism police, who worked to uncover the plot and bring those responsible to justice.
The National Counter-Terrorism Police Coordinator, Vicky Evans, described the allegations as "extremely serious". She emphasized that the police take all threats to the Jewish community and the public seriously and will work to prevent terrorist attacks. The police are working to ensure public safety and prevent any further potential threats.
The plot was reportedly foiled after a tip-off to the police, who quickly moved to arrest the two men. The police have not released further details about the plot, but have stated that it was a "credible threat". The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to identify any other individuals who may have been involved.
The charges brought against the two men are part of a larger effort by British authorities to prevent terrorist attacks. The UK has been on high alert for terrorist threats, and the police have been working to prevent attacks in recent years. The police have stated that they will continue to work to prevent terrorist threats and ensure public safety.
The two men are due to appear in court on a later date, where they will face the charges brought against them. If convicted, they could face a lengthy prison sentence. The police and prosecution have stated that they will work to bring those responsible to justice and ensure that the public is protected from terrorist threats.
Key points
- Two Iranian men charged with planning terrorist attack in Manchester.
- Plot targeted Jewish community on eve of Yom Kippur.
- Men allegedly in contact with third person in Iran.
