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Former Mossad Spy Ashraf Marwan Dies Mysteriously.

Article from: Israel Faxx Article date: June 28, 2007

By IsraelNationalNews.com

The London police are investigating the death of billionaire Dr. Ashraf Marwan, who was found dead after falling from the balcony of his home Wednesday. While initial reports pointed to an apparent suicide, latest news says Scotland Yard is looking into the possibility he was murdered.

Marwan was a son-in-law of Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser and a confidante of President Anwar Sadat. He volunteered his services to the Mossad in 1969 and was subsequently hired as an agent. He provided ...

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