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Man and woman arrested in London on suspicion of aiding Iran’s foreign intelligence

Man and woman arrested in London on suspicion of aiding Iran’s foreign intelligence

Summary

A man and a woman were arrested in London by counter-terrorism police for allegedly helping Iran’s foreign intelligence service. The suspects were released on bail as investigations continue, and police say there is no immediate danger to the public.

Key Facts

  • A 42-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man were arrested on 24 June in north and north-west London.
  • Police searched three properties connected to the suspects, including one on 9 September.
  • The arrests are made under the National Security Act (NSA).
  • The investigation is not linked to attacks on Jewish or Iranian community locations in London.
  • It is also not connected to events related to the Jewish high holy days.
  • The suspects were released on conditional bail until October.
  • Police say there is no imminent threat to the public from this case.
  • The overall terrorism threat level in the UK remains at severe, meaning a likely chance of attacks.
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