London police detain woman and man suspected of aiding Iran's intelligence service
A 42-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man were detained at London residences on suspicion of assisting Iran’s intelligence service, according to the Metropolitan Police.
The Metropolitan Police said they arrested a 42-year-old woman and a 60-year-old man at separate London addresses. Investigators suspect the pair of providing assistance to Iran’s intelligence service. The arrests are part of a broader effort to counter foreign espionage activities in the UK. No further details on charges or evidence were released. The case remains under investigation.
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- Sep 9 British man charged with aiding Russian GRU sabotage scheme
- Sep 10 He was re‑arrested the day after his initial detention and formally charged under the National Security Act.
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