UK gave citizenship to Hamas chief’s guard, then he ‘plotted terror’
A former bodyguard of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was granted asylum and citizenship in the UK, then allegedly plotted terror attacks against Jewish targets in Europe. The individual, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was awarded refugee status in 2015 despite having worked in Haniyeh's personal security detail. He was later arrested and accused of planning attacks on Jewish targets.
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- ✓ The former bodyguard was granted asylum and citizenship in the UK.
- ✓ He allegedly plotted terror attacks against Jewish targets in Europe.
- ✓ The individual worked in the personal security detail of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
- ✓ He was awarded refugee status in 2015.
What changed
Further details emerged about the case, including the timing of the alleged plot and the individual's arrest.
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UK granted citizenship to Hamas chief's guard who plotted terror attacks
A former bodyguard of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was granted asylum and citizenship in the UK, then allegedly plotted terror attacks against Jewish targets in Europe. The individual, who cannot be named for legal reasons, was awarded refugee status in 2015 despite having worked in Haniyeh's personal security detail. He was later arrested and accused of planning attacks on Jewish targets.
Why it matters
This story raises concerns about the UK's asylum and citizenship process, particularly regarding national security. Hamas is considered a terrorist organization by several countries, including the UK. The case has sparked criticism of the government's handling of the situation.
What is confirmed
- The former bodyguard was granted asylum and citizenship in the UK.
- He allegedly plotted terror attacks against Jewish targets in Europe.
- The individual worked in the personal security detail of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh.
- He was awarded refugee status in 2015.
Still unconfirmed
- The plot was planned for the October 7 anniversary.
What to watch next
- The UK government's response to the allegations
- The outcome of the individual's trial or arrest
- Potential changes to the UK's asylum and citizenship process
confidence 85%Sources used for this update (23)
- thetimes.com — UK gave citizenship to Hamas chief’s guard, then he ‘plotted terror’
- The Telegraph — Hamas chief’s bodyguard got British citizenship and then ‘plotted terror’
- Haaretz — Report: Ex-Hamas chief's bodyguard planned attacks on Jews in Europe from U.K.
- Israel National News — Ex-Haniyeh Bodyguard Granted UK Citizenship, Later Arrested Over Alleged Anti-Jewish Plot
- GB News — Hamas bodyguard given asylum and citizenship in UK before ‘plotting’ terror attack against Jews in Europe
- The Times of Israel — Report: Ex-guard for Hamas chief got UK citizenship before arrest for plotting terror attack on Jews in Europe
- Ynetnews — Haniyeh bodyguard granted UK asylum, later accused of plotting attacks on Jewish targets
- The Jerusalem Post — Haniyeh's ex-Hamas bodyguard arrested for planning attack against European Jews
- i24NEWS — Former Haniyeh bodyguard arrested in London after foiled plot against Jewish targets in Europe - report
- The Times of Israel — Hamas chief’s ex-guard got asylum in UK, then hatched terror plot against Jews – report
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