Rome Prosecutor's Office, notice of conclusion of investigations into five individuals for the attack on the synagogue on October 9, 1982, which killed young Stefano Gaj Taché.

The Public Prosecutor's Office of Rome has issued the notice of conclusion of investigations regarding five individuals accused of co-responsibility in the terrorist attack of October 9, 1982 in front of the Synagogue, which killed the young Stefano Gaj Taché, who was only two years old, and injured 40 Jewish worshippers.

Details of the notice

The announcement comes at the end of complex investigative activities, with charges of conspiracy to commit a terrorist attack. The suspects are: Abou Zayed Walid Abdulrahman (68 years old, detained in France and already on trial for the Rue des Rosiers massacre in Paris on August 2, 1982); Abed Adra Mahmoud Khader (71 years old, Palestinian in the West Bank); Al Abassi Souheir Mohammad Hassan Khalil (74 years old, Palestinian in Jordan); Hamada Nizar Tawfiq Mussa (65 years old, Palestinian in Jordan); Abu Arkoub Omar Mahid Abdel Rahman (66 years old, Palestinian in Jordan). The note from the prosecutor suggests their involvement along with Alhamieda Rashid Mahmoud (alias Fouad Hijazy) and Maher Said Al Awad Yousif (alias Arabe El Arabi Tawfik Gamal), both deceased.

Historical context

The 1982 attack is part of the strategy of the terrorist group led by Abu Nidal, with evident convergences between the events in Rome and Paris. Investigations have clarified distinct roles: decision-making and supervision, logistical organization, operational contribution.

This development shines a light on a dark chapter of Italian history, linking transnational events of Palestinian terrorism in the 1980s. The conclusion of investigations could lead to international trials, strengthening the fight against impunity for victims like Stefano Taché.