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Suspicion of terrorism: IS supporter planned attack on the embassy in Berlin
Federal prosecutor's office confirms arrest of a Libyan IS supporter for alleged plans to attack Israel's embassy in Berlin.
Suspicion of terrorism: IS supporter planned attack on the embassy in Berlin
The federal prosecutor's office in Karlsruhe has confirmed the arrest of a 28-year-old man from Libya who is suspected of planning attacks on the Israeli embassy in Berlin. According to information, the accused, Omar A., is known as a supporter of the terrorist organization “Islamic State”. He is said to have entered Germany in November 2022 and applied for asylum in January 2023, but his application was rejected eight months later.
The arrest took place on Saturday evening in Bernau near Berlin. The authorities received crucial tips from foreign intelligence services, which intercepted information about a possible attack on Israel's diplomatic mission. According to media reports, the suspect was planning an attack with firearms on the embassy, which had been considered possible since October 2024.
Behind the scenes, the man was involved in a messenger chat where he is said to have discussed planning with an IS member. During the arrest, apartments were also searched, including those of the accused in Bernau and a person who was not a suspect in the Rhein-Sieg district.
The investigations are part of a comprehensive security approach, supported by forces from the Federal Police and the Federal Criminal Police Office, aimed at preventing potential terrorist attacks. Omar A. will be brought before the investigating judge at the Federal Court of Justice on Sunday, where the situation regarding his arrest warrant will be decided.
With these developments, the federal state of Germany is in a serious conflict with international terrorism, which affects not only the country but also diplomatic missions. The suspect's preparations and plans highlight the ongoing risk such facilities face and raise questions about the effectiveness and reliability of security measures. Further details on this challenging case can be found in an article by www.pfalz-express.de to read.