Two Iranian men charged over suspected terror plot targeting Jewish people in Manchester ahead of Yom Kippur

Two Iranian nationals have been charged over a suspected terror plot against Jewish people in Manchester.

Salam Ahmadyan 36, and Rahman Salehi, 34, were arrested by counter terror police in Manchester on 20 September.

Both suspects have been charged with preparation of terrorist acts over an alleged plot to target the Jewish community in the Manchester area.

The allegations relate to offences ahead of the Jewish festival of Yom Kippur, Counter Terrorism Policing said.

Deputy Assistant Commissioner Vicki Evans, senior national coordinator for Counter Terrorism Policing (CTP), said: "These are extremely serious charges and allegations.

"This investigation has led to the disruption of what we believe to have been a plot targeting the Jewish community in Manchester.

"I would like to reiterate that we do not believe there to be any ongoing threat to the public in relation to this matter, but as always, we would ask that people remain vigilant and contact police with any concerns."

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