Palestinian arrested in Crete over alleged Hamas links
By The BriefBrief
A 37-year-old Palestinian-origin man was arrested in Crete in a joint operation over alleged Hamas links and a possible plot.
WHO:Greek National Intelligence Service (EYP) and Counter-Terrorism Directorate for Special Crimes of Violence (DAEEB)
WHAT:Arrest of a 37-year-old Palestinian-origin foreign national accused of involvement with Hamas and planning terrorist acts
WHEN:Jun 7, 2026 at 6:09 AM ET
WHERE:Crete, Greece
WHY:He was accused of involvement with Hamas and planning terrorist acts, including possible attack planning on Israeli targets using explosives on a cruise ship.
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