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Azerbaijan arrests three people over planned embassy attack in Baku

Azerbaijan arrests three people over planned embassy attack in Baku

Summary

Authorities in Azerbaijan have arrested three people who were allegedly planning an attack on an embassy in Baku. They reportedly conspired with a group linked to ISIL in Afghanistan and obtained weapons for the planned attack. The specific embassy was not named, but reports suggest it might have been the Israeli embassy.

Key Facts

  • Azerbaijan arrested three people accused of planning an embassy attack in Baku.
  • The suspects allegedly conspired with an ISIL affiliate group from Afghanistan.
  • The three individuals were charged with "preparation for terrorism."
  • The authorities have not confirmed which embassy was targeted.
  • Israeli media reported the potential target was the Israeli embassy, but this hasn't been independently verified.
  • Azerbaijani President met with Israel's Foreign Minister in Baku for talks on a business forum.
  • The investigation into the plot is ongoing.
  • ISKP, the group mentioned, is responsible for previous international attacks.

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