Overview

• Abedi appeared via video link from HMP Belmarsh to Woolwich Crown Court and was not required to enter pleas.
• He is charged with three counts of attempted murder, plus assault occasioning actual bodily harm and unauthorised possession of a knife or offensive weapon.
• Prosecutors allege he used five makeshift knives, threw hot liquid, and twice shouted “Allahu akbar,” asserting a terrorist motive.
• Three officers were taken to hospital with serious injuries, and the Prison Officers’ Association said staff suffered life‑threatening burns, scalds and stab wounds.
• He confirmed his identity, indicated he intends to represent himself, and is already serving a life sentence with a 55‑year minimum for assisting the Manchester Arena plot.