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News in English (USA) / 17.05.2025 / 20:00

Three Iranian Nationals Charged with Espionage and National Security Offenses in the UK

Three Iranian nationals have been charged in the UK with suspected espionage and other national security offenses related to a counter-terrorism investigation. The charges follow allegations that they targeted UK-based journalists and plotted serious violence. These individuals, who reportedly entered the country as asylum seekers, are part of an ongoing investigation into Iranian involvement in espionage and terror-related activities in Britain. Additionally, four other Iranian men who were arrested on suspicion of preparing a terror attack have been released from custody. The UK authorities are under pressure from MPs to take a stronger stance against the Iranian regime and its alleged espionage activities.
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