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A reported Hamas terror cell plot targeting Europe has been uncovered, culminating in the arrest of a 37-year-old Egyptian operative of Palestinian origin named Motasem in Crete, Greece.
The Arrest and Plot: Motasem, working as an electrician at a luxury hotel in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, was arrested by Greek special forces in June. Intelligence from Cyprus, following the arrest of two other operatives, led police to him. Investigators revealed he was planning an attack on an Israeli cruise ship frequently visiting Greek ports.
Weapons and Explosives: Searches in his Athens apartment revealed bomb-making equipment, chemicals, and precision scales. Intelligence indicates Motasem traveled to Malaysia in 2025 via multiple countries to learn explosive manufacturing.
Broader European Network: The investigation highlights a wider, coordinated Hamas infrastructure across Europe (including Germany, Austria, Denmark, and Bulgaria) that spent years setting up hidden weapons caches - including Glock pistols, AK-47s, and ammunition - to target Jewish, Israeli, and Western institutions.
"Second October 7" Plan: German prosecutors uncovered that parts of the network plotted attacks intended to coincide with the anniversary of October 7, aiming to execute a major strike in Europe.
Hamas Response vs. Experts: While Hamas officially denies any connection to the arrested operatives, counter-terrorism experts emphasize deep personnel links to Hamas leadership and warn that the organization's weakening position in the Middle East heightens the threat of external attacks.
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