From NBC News · Babak Dehghanpisheh · · 1m
Iranians charged in UK Jewish terror plot
Two Iranians face terror charges targeting Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur.
In brief
Two Iranians face terror charges targeting Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur. Two Iranian nationals were charged with preparing terrorist acts against Manchester's Jewish community before Yom Kippur. Originally reported by NBC News.
Iranian nationals charged
British police charged two Iranian nationals with preparing terrorist acts targeting Manchester's Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur.
“engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts”
Alleged plot details
Rahman Salehi, 34, and Salam Ahmadyan, 36, allegedly made components for an improvised explosive device and conducted reconnaissance for targets.
Iranian connection
The men reportedly contacted an overseas third party who might be in Iran related to the terror plot.
Airbase arrests
Five British nationals were arrested near RAF Fairford after suspicious vehicles approached the U.S. Air Force base.
Tehran's role
Prime Minister Andy Burnham stated Tehran played a part in the security incident outside the airbase.
Iran's denial
Iran has denied any involvement in the security incidents targeting the UK.
What it means
Two Iranian nationals were charged with preparing terrorist acts against Manchester's Jewish community before Yom Kippur.
