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Haniyeh's Ex-Bodyguard Charged in UK Over Alleged Terror Plot
Original: Ismail Haniyeh’s Ex-Bodyguard Gets UK Citizenship, Faces Terror Charges Over Plot Against Jews
British authorities have charged a former bodyguard of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh, who was granted UK citizenship, over an alleged plot targeting Jews. The case has drawn attention to how the man obtained citizenship and raised questions about security vetting. It comes amid heightened concern in Britain and Europe about antisemitic violence and Hamas-linked activity since the October 7 attacks and the ensuing war in Gaza.
Why now: The combination of a senior Hamas figure's bodyguard receiving UK citizenship and facing terror charges is striking and raises questions about vetting and security.
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- Ismail Haniyeh’s Ex-Bodyguard Gets UK Citizenship, Faces Terror Charges Over Plot Against Jews · NewsCord
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