British Police Arrest Eight in Counterterrorism Operations Targeting Iranian Nationals
London, UK – British police announced on Sunday that eight individuals, including seven Iranian nationals, were detained in two separate counterterrorism operations. The Metropolitan Police reported that five men, four of whom are Iranian, were arrested in London, Swindon, and Greater Manchester under suspicion of preparing a terrorist act. The arrests follow allegations of a plot targeting a specific, yet unnamed, location. These men, aged between 29 and 46, remain in custody as investigations unfold.
In a separate operation on the same day, three additional Iranian nationals were arrested in London. The Metropolitan Police clarified that these arrests are not connected to the earlier arrests. These individuals, aged 39, 44, and 55, were apprehended under the National Security Act, which allows for increased enforcement powers against foreign interference and espionage.
Interior Minister Yvette Cooper described these incidents as "serious events" necessitating a robust response to national security threats. She emphasized ongoing collaboration between the government, police, and intelligence agencies to ensure the safety of the public amid rising concerns over Iranian activities in the UK. The arrests are part of broader measures aimed at addressing state-sponsored threats and enhancing national security.
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