# Two Iranian nationals charged in Manchester terror plot

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/suspected-terror-plot-targeting-manchester-jewish-community
> Updated: 2026-10-02T19:40:06.000Z. Sources: 75. Developments: 2.

Two Iranian nationals, Salam Ahmadyan, 36, and Rahman Salehi, 34, have been charged with preparing terrorist acts following an alleged plot to target the Jewish community in Manchester. The suspects, residing in Liverpool and Salford, were arrested on September 20, shortly before the start of Yom Kippur.

Counter Terrorism Policing investigators allege the men used encrypted applications to acquire components for a homemade explosive device. Specifically, they reportedly obtained a document titled ‘steps for making [a] powder chlorine and car brake oil/fluid bomb’ and video instructions for assembling an improvised explosive device. Authorities also claim the men used the internet to research potential targets, gathered maps and plans of locations, and conducted physical reconnaissance.

Investigators believe the suspects were in contact with an overseas third party, potentially located in Iran. Both men arrived in the UK via small boats—one in 2020 and the other in 2023—with one having been granted asylum and the other holding an active application. 

Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood described the charges as ‘deeply distressing’ for Jewish communities, noting the incident as a reminder of threats from foreign state actors. The charges follow a deadly attack at the Heaton Park Hebrew Congregation Synagogue approximately one year prior. Counter Terrorism Policing confirmed the plot was disrupted and stated they believe there is no ongoing threat to the public. The suspects are scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court.

## Claims

- The suspects were allegedly in contact with an overseas third party who may be located in Iran. (corroborated by 35 sources)
- Salam Ahmadyan and Rahman Salehi were arrested in Manchester on September 20. (corroborated by 35 sources)
- Salam Ahmadyan and Rahman Salehi have been charged with engaging in conduct in preparation for terrorist acts. (corroborated by 34 sources)
- The two men are scheduled to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court on Saturday. (corroborated by 32 sources)
- The suspects allegedly conducted reconnaissance and researched potential targets online. (corroborated by 20 sources)
- The suspects arrived in the UK via small boats in 2020 and 2023. (corroborated by 16 sources)
- Authorities believe there is no longer an ongoing threat to the public regarding this specific plot. (corroborated by 13 sources)
- The suspects allegedly acquired instructions for making a chlorine and car brake fluid bomb. (corroborated by 11 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Two Iranians charged in UK terror plot targeting Manchester Jewish community

Two Iranian nationals have been charged in the UK for allegedly plotting a terrorist attack against Manchester's Jewish community using improvised explosives.

60 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/two-iranian-nationals-charged-in-suspected-manchester-terror-plot

### 2026-09-22: Manchester: Two arrested in suspected terror plot targeting Jewish community

Two men in their 30s were arrested in Manchester following a counter-terrorism investigation into a suspected plot targeting the local Jewish community ahead of Yom Kippur.

16 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-police-thwart-alleged-terrorist-plot-against-jewish-community

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