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London Man Convicted for Attempted Israeli Embassy Attack

5/2/2026

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Abdullah Albadri, a defendant, was convicted of preparing terrorist acts after attempting to scale Israeli embassy fence in London on 28 April 2025.
Armed officers tackled Albadri, seized four-inch serrated knives and a martyrdom note, and prevented injuries.
The trial highlighted his desperation after two asylum rejections and claim the attack protested the Gaza war.
His lawyer argued Albadri acted in despair and that the knives were for personal use.

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Story summary

Abdullah Albadri, a defendant, was convicted of preparing terrorist acts after attempting to scale Israeli embassy fence in London on 28 April 2025.
Armed officers tackled Albadri, seized four-inch serrated knives and a martyrdom note, and prevented injuries.
The trial highlighted his desperation after two asylum rejections and claim the attack protested the Gaza war.
His lawyer argued Albadri acted in despair and that the knives were for personal use.