Pakistani man convicted in Iran-linked plot to kill US politicians
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5 questionsWhat specific evidence led to Merchant's conviction beyond his admission?
Who were the three people named by Merchant's handler in the Iranian capital?
What were the exact methods or plans for the assassination attempts?
How did the US and Israeli attacks relate to the timing of Merchant's trial?
What is the current status or outcome of the broader conflict mentioned in the region?
Iran's involvement in the plot to kill US politiciansfactual
Merchant was convicted of planning to kill Donald Trump and others at the behest of Iranian authorities.
According to Sky News - HomeTehran has denied accusations that it sought to kill Donald Trump or other US officials.
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