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UK arrests men linked to Iran's spy agency
6 Mar
Summary
- Four men arrested for allegedly aiding Iran's intelligence service.
- Arrests were made on suspicion of spying on the Jewish community.
- Ten men remain in custody following pre-planned police operations.
In a significant pre-planned operation, Counter Terrorism Policing London arrested four men suspected of aiding Iran's intelligence service. The individuals, including an Iranian national and three dual British/Iranian nationals, were detained early Friday morning at addresses in Barnet, Watford, and Harrow.
The arrested men, aged 52, 40, 55, and 22, are suspected of spying on locations and individuals connected to the Jewish community in London. Additionally, six other men, aged between 20 and 49, were apprehended at the same location in Harrow on suspicion of assisting an offender. All ten individuals are currently in custody.
Commander Helen Flanagan emphasized that the arrests are part of an ongoing effort to disrupt suspected malign activity. She advised the public, particularly the Jewish community, to remain vigilant and report any concerning activities to the authorities.
Deputy Prime Minister David Lammy praised the efforts of MI5 and counter-terrorism police, noting that Iran is a major global sponsor of terrorism. He stated that security services have thwarted numerous actions in recent years and affirmed the commitment to keeping the public safe.
