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Berlin Police Arrest Three Suspected Hamas Activists Over Alleged Plot to Attack Jewish Sites

Prosecutors say the men procured weapons for attacks on Jewish institutions in Berlin.

Overview

  • Germany’s federal prosecutor announced the detention of three suspects in Berlin on Wednesday, October 1.
  • The suspects are accused of supplying weapons and ammunition for planned deadly attacks against Jewish targets in Germany.
  • Authorities say seizures included an AK-47 assault rifle, several pistols and a large quantity of ammunition.
  • Two of the men were born in Lebanon and one in Syria, with two holding German nationality, according to the report.
  • Prosecutors are seeking pretrial detention, with the men expected to appear before an investigating judge on Thursday.