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German Authorities Arrest Man for Planned Attacks on Jews

11/13/2025

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German authorities arrested Burhan El-K., a Lebanese national, on November 12, 2025, for planning attacks on Israeli and Jewish sites.
Prosecutors say El-K. obtained an automatic rifle, eight Glock pistols, and over 600 rounds in August 2025.
The weapons were transferred to Wael F., who was arrested in Berlin in October 2025.
Hamas denied involvement in the alleged plot.

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German authorities arrested Burhan El-K., a Lebanese national, on November 12, 2025, for planning attacks on Israeli and Jewish sites.
Prosecutors say El-K. obtained an automatic rifle, eight Glock pistols, and over 600 rounds in August 2025.
The weapons were transferred to Wael F., who was arrested in Berlin in October 2025.
Hamas denied involvement in the alleged plot.