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In a significant victory for counter-terrorism efforts in the United Kingdom, security agencies have foiled a large-scale terrorist plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester. The plot, which was described as one of the deadliest in British history, was orchestrated by two men who were inspired by the Islamic State (IS) extremist group.
At the Preston Crown Court, a jury found 38-year-old Walid Sadaoui and 52-year-old Ammar Hussain guilty of plotting a massive terrorist attack on Jewish targets in Manchester. The investigation revealed that the two men had planned to use automatic firearms and explosives to carry out the attack, which was intended to target Jewish communities, schools, and public gatherings.
During the investigation, Sadaoui was overheard saying that he would not discriminate between the ages or genders of his victims and that his goal was to cause maximum harm. The court was told that the men had planned to purchase AK-47 rifles, pistols, and 1,200 bullets to carry out the attack.
The police had been monitoring the men’s activities and had been tipped off about their plans. They arrested Sadaoui when he attempted to collect a shipment of arms, which had been provided by the police to make them inoperable.
The investigation also revealed that Sadaoui had been inspired by the 2015 Paris terrorist attacks and had been planning to carry out a similar attack in Manchester. Sadaoui had also been linked to individuals associated with the IS extremist group.
The court has handed down harsh sentences to the two men, indicating that they will face severe punishment for their crimes. The verdict has been hailed as a significant victory in the fight against terrorism in the United Kingdom.
This incident comes as the UK continues to grapple with the threat of terrorism, and it serves as a reminder of the importance of vigilance and cooperation between law enforcement agencies in preventing such attacks.
