Overview
- Special police units searched locations in ten cities and executed nine warrants, detaining seven suspects while two remain abroad.
- The probe focuses on the leader of a Genoa association who allegedly kept ties to Hamas leadership in Turkey and expressed support for attacks in intercepted calls.
- Investigators report that a Tuscan organizer collected donations during prayers that largely went to Hamas or to families of attackers rather than humanitarian relief.
- Authorities say the case was developed in part before October 7, 2023, using information from Israeli services and covert digital operations.
- Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani described the action as an important counterterrorism step as prosecutors continue to pursue charges.