Two Iranian nationals charged with terrorism offences
Two Iranian nationals have been charged with terrorism offenses related to an alleged plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester. The suspects were arrested in the city's Northern Quarter and are scheduled to appear in court.
Why it matters
This case highlights ongoing concerns regarding domestic security and the protection of religious communities from targeted extremist threats.
Image caption, They will appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court on Saturday
Two Iranian nationals have been charged with terror offences over an alleged plot to target the Jewish community in the Manchester area ahead of Yom Kippur, Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP) has said.
Rahman Salehi, 35, and Salam Ahmadyan, 36, are accused of preparing to commit an act of terrorism or assisting another to commit an act of terrorism on or before 20 September in Manchester.
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