Two Iranian men charged over alleged Manchester terror plot
Two Iranian nationals were charged in the UK on October 2, 2026, over an alleged plot targeting Manchester’s Jewish community. Counter Terrorism Policing said the alleged preparation involved contact with an overseas third party, possibly in Iran; the allegations have not been tested in court.
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Event date: The men were charged on Friday, October 2, 2026, after arrests in Manchester on September 20, 2026. [1]
What happened
Salam Ahmadyan, 36, of Liverpool, and Rahman Salehi, 34, of Salford, were arrested in Manchester on Sunday, September 20, following an investigation by Counter Terrorism Policing and its security partners. [1]
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- Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community | UK | Newsexpress.co.uk · Article published: Oct 2, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC
The Crown Prosecution Service authorised charges on October 2 under Section 5 of the Terrorism Act 2006. The particulars allege preparation for terrorist acts, or assistance to another person, on or before September 20. [1]
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- Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community | UK | Newsexpress.co.uk · Article published: Oct 2, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC
Counter Terrorism Policing said the alleged plot was aimed at the Jewish community in the Manchester area. It also alleged that the two men had been in contact with an overseas third party who may be in Iran. [1]
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- Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community | UK | Newsexpress.co.uk · Article published: Oct 2, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC
The senior national coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing said the investigation had disrupted what police believed was a plot and that the timing, during the High Holy Day period, had caused concern in the Jewish community and among the wider public. [1]
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- Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community | UK | Newsexpress.co.uk · Article published: Oct 2, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC
The charges remain allegations. The available account says both men were remanded in custody for a Westminster court appearance; it does not establish whether any attack occurred, what specific target was selected, or what materials were allegedly obtained. [1]
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- Two Iranian men charged over alleged terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community | UK | Newsexpress.co.uk · Article published: Oct 2, 2026, 7:58 PM UTC
Context from the sources
The men reportedly arrived in the UK by small boat in 2020 and 2023; one was reportedly granted asylum and the other had a live asylum claim. Those immigration details are separate from the terrorism allegations and do not establish guilt. [1]
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Questions answered by the reporting
What are the men accused of doing?
The charges allege that, on or before September 20, they engaged in conduct preparing to commit terrorist acts or assist another person in doing so. [1]
What happens next?
Both men were remanded in custody to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court. [1]
What this could mean for you
Jewish community venues and events in the Manchester area may experience additional security attention or disruption.
Police described the alleged target as the Jewish community and said the case had caused concern during the High Holy Day period.
Reported basis: [1] · The possible effect is interpretation.
Depends on: Authorities or venue operators introduce additional security measures in response to the investigation.
Possible time frame: weeks, if those conditions hold.
Possible consequences, not a forecast. Their relevance depends on your location and the conditions above.
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What changes the outlook
Risk increases if…
A court or police finding that the alleged preparation involved an imminent or specific target could increase immediate security concerns.
Further evidence of overseas coordination could broaden the investigation.
Pressure eases if…
A court ruling that narrows or dismisses the allegations would reduce uncertainty about the alleged plot.
Clearer information from investigators about the scope of the alleged preparation could reduce speculation.
Still unclear
The available account does not specify the alleged operational plan, intended date, or whether any device or weapon was recovered.
The outcome of the Westminster court appearance and the men’s responses to the charges are not established.
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Sources (1)
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