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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