Police given second week to question four Iranian men in custody
Briefly

Four Iranian men arrested in London on suspicion of planning a terrorist attack are set to be detained for another week as investigations continue. The men, aged 24 to 46, have been linked to a plot targeting the Israeli embassy in Kensington. The Metropolitan Police have stressed the complexity of the ongoing investigation, with additional searches taking place across Greater Manchester and London. Police are committed to ensuring public safety while asking the public to refrain from speculation about the case.
Cmdr Dominic Murphy emphasized the seriousness of the situation, stating, "Our officers and staff continue to progress what is a significant and highly complex investigation. We are working incredibly hard with public safety at the forefront of our ongoing efforts."
Police authorities have confirmed that four suspects can be detained until May 17 under the Terrorism Act, highlighting the ongoing nature of the investigation.
The alleged target of the plot is reported to be the Israeli embassy in Kensington, indicating a specific motive behind the arrests.
Murphy urged the public to avoid speculation and added, "We have clear and critical reasons for not providing further details at this time."
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