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Terror plot aimed at UK landmarks
 BRITISH security officials say a large-scale terror attack was aimed at landmarks and public spaces, as more details of the plot emerged and police searched the homes of 12 British suspects being held for questioning.The men were arrested yesterday in the largest counterterrorism raid in nearly two years. At least five were of Bangladeshi origin. Lord Carlile, the government's independent reviewer of terror legislation, said overnight the alleged plot appeared significant and involved several UK cities. Police have up to 28 days to either charge the men or release them. Possible targets included the Houses of Parliament and shopping areas, according to a security official who spoke on condition of anonymity. Posted by: trailing wife 2010-12-22 |
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