Newcastle man admits inciting terror acts in Germany

(BBC) A man has admitted plotting terrorism offences, including a plan to attack people with a meat cleaver in Germany.

Fatah Mohammed Abdullah, of Newcastle, bought over 8,000 matches, fireworks and a remote control detonator with the intention of assisting two others to commit acts of terrorism.

Appearing via video-link at Liverpool Crown Court, he admitted inciting terrorism acts overseas.

The 35-year-old Iranian national will be sentenced on 7 May.

He also admitted engaging in conduct in preparation to commit terrorist acts.

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