A man accused of assaulting a firearms officer at Manchester Airport tells a jury he struck the officer because he believed he and his brother were under attack. The defendant, Muhammad Amaad, 26, says he felt compelled to defend himself and his brother during the incident, describing his actions as a response to what he perceived as police aggression toward his younger sibling. According to his account, he acted to protect his brother rather than with any intention to harm the officer. The court hears that a firearms officer was hit at the airport, leading to criminal proceedings. Prosecutors allege the assault took place during the confrontation, while Amaad’s evidence focuses on his perception of threat and the circumstances that led him to act. The matter is considered by the jury, with both the alleged facts and the defendant’s explanation for his conduct set out during the trial.