How Hamas planned to kill Israelis and Jews in Europe - details

Germany's Federal Prosecutor has indicted seven suspects for ties to Hamas and establishing infrastructure for attacks on Israelis and Jews in Europe. The cell acquired 13 pistols, an automatic rifle, and over 700 rounds of ammunition, with some weapons delivered to Vienna. The attack was planned to coincide with the anniversary of October 7. One suspect recorded a video claiming responsibility.

Germany's Federal Prosecutor has filed charges against seven individuals suspected of ties to Hamas and of establishing infrastructure in Germany and Austria to prepare attacks on Israelis, Jews, and Israel-related targets. According to the indictment, cell members acquired 13 pistols, an automatic rifle, and over 700 rounds of ammunition. Some weapons were delivered to Vienna and hidden there. German prosecutors allege that Hamas's military wing, the Izz ad-Din al-Qassam Brigades, began creating weapons caches in Europe and, from July 2025, started preparing a specific attack plan. The attack was timed to coincide with the anniversary of the October 7 tragedy. Potential targets included Israelis, Jews, supporters of Israel, Jewish institutions, and pro-Israel events. One suspect, arrested in the UK, pre-recorded a video claiming responsibility on behalf of Hamas. The investigation continues a case that came to light in November 2025 after a weapons cache was discovered in Vienna.