Overview

• Faraj Al-Shamie posted a Facebook statement expressing sympathy for victims, urging unity, and thanking Manchester Police while praising the city’s multicultural spirit.
• Reports citing the Times say he previously praised Hamas and the October 7 attacks on social media, which he did not address in his new message.
• Greater Manchester Police have said Jihad Al-Shamie made a 999 call pledging allegiance to the group calling itself Islamic State.
• Six people were detained after the October 2 attack; two were arrested and released, and officers were granted extra time to question four others who were later set to be released as inquiries continue.
• The Yom Kippur assault outside Heaton Park Congregation Synagogue left worshippers Adrian Daulby, 53, and Melvin Cravitz, 66, dead and injured several others.