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Germany Says Hamas Suspect Planned Major Attack on October 7 Anniversary
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50% centerFirst reported by Kan News · Jun 16, 2026
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What happened
German prosecutors said a Hamas suspect in Europe planned a major attack for the October 7 anniversary and had recorded a video taking responsibility for a foiled strike. Authorities in Germany have arrested nine suspects in the case since last fall, while a Berlin court recently ruled Hamas is a foreign terrorist organization under German law.
- 01German prosecutors said a Hamas activist planned an attack for October 7, 2025.
- 02Police found a pre-recorded confession video among the suspect’s belongings.
- 03Nine suspects have been arrested in Germany for Hamas support since last fall.
- 04Arrests also took place in Denmark, Britain and Cyprus.
- 05A Berlin court recently ruled Hamas is a foreign terrorist organization under German law.
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