Key Facts

• Five men were arrested under suspicion of terrorism acts.
• Four of the arrested men were Iranian nationals; two were 29 years old, one was 40, and one was 46.
• The nationality and age of the fifth man is still being investigated.
• The arrests, which were part of a larger counter-terrorism operation, happened in multiple locations across England, including Swindon, Stockport, west London, Rochdale, and Manchester.
• The arrests are linked to an alleged plot to target a specific, but unnamed, location.
• The "affected site" was made aware of the situation and is being supported by the police.
• The Metropolitan Police is leading the investigation, assisted by Greater Manchester Police, Wiltshire Police, and counter-terrorism officers from across the country.
• The arrested individuals are currently in police custody.