Key facts
- Abdullah Albadri, 34, was sentenced to life in prison with a minimum of 20 years.
- He was convicted of preparing an act of terrorism and possessing two bladed articles.
- Albadri attempted to breach Israel's embassy in London in April 2025.
- He was found with two knives and a note indicating his intention to die as a martyr.
- Prosecutors stated Albadri was motivated by Israel's actions in Gaza.
- Albadri had arrived in the UK 16 days prior to the incident.
Abdullah Albadri, a 34-year-old Kuwaiti national, has been sentenced to life in prison with a minimum term of 20 years after being convicted of preparing an act of terrorism. The conviction stems from an incident in April 2025 when Albadri attempted to breach the perimeter of Israel's embassy in London, armed with two knives and carrying a "martyrdom note".
Prosecutors presented evidence that Albadri's motivation was revenge for Israel's actions in Gaza. He had researched the embassy's location and possessed a note detailing his intention to die as a martyr. Albadri had arrived in the UK on a small boat just 16 days before the attempted attack. He was detained by armed police officers guarding the site as he attempted to scale a fence.
During his trial at London's Old Bailey, Albadri was found guilty by a majority verdict of preparation of terrorist acts and possession of two bladed articles. His defence barrister argued that his plan was never going to succeed and was "absurd, performative fashion" designed to draw attention. However, the prosecution stated that Albadri intended to carry out an act that would have resulted in his sacrifice, with people leaving the embassy having no chance to defend themselves.