Merchant on Trial for Alleged Iran-Linked Assassination Plot


Author: The Daily News Now! February 26, 2026 Duration: 1:23
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Merchant on Trial for Alleged Iran-Linked Assassination Plot

Asif Merchant, a 47-year-old Pakistani man, stands trial in Brooklyn for alleged ties to Iran and plotting political assassinations in the U.S., potentially targeting former President Trump. Prosecutors claim Merchant sketched out his plan on a hotel napkin, while his defense argues theres no solid evidence linking him to any scheme. The case unfolds amidst an FBI sting operation and debates over entrapment tactics.

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