A suspected Hamas operative, who is wanted in Germany over an alleged plot to murder Jewish individuals, has been convicted of a knife attack on a bailiff outside his residence in the United Kingdom.
Mohammed Alfatih, also known as Mohammed Naim, is reported to have served as a bodyguard to the leader of Hamas before being granted asylum in the UK in 2015 and British citizenship in 2020. The 40-year-old was found guilty by a majority verdict of unlawful wounding, possession of two knives, and criminal damage. He was acquitted of the more serious charge of wounding with intent.
Incident in Birmingham
The attack on the bailiff occurred in Birmingham last year while Alfatih was under surveillance by a counter-terrorism unit. The circumstances surrounding the incident have raised concerns about national security and the vetting process for asylum seekers and citizens.
This is a developing story, and further details are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
