"Police arrested one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service. The investigation relates to the suspected surveillance of locations and individuals linked to Jewish communities in London."
"Commander Helen Flanagan, head of Counter Terrorism Policing London, said the arrests, which took place around 01:00 GMT, are part of 'a long-running investigation and part of our ongoing work to disrupt malign activity where we suspect it'."
"We understand the public may be concerned, in particular the Jewish community, and as always, I would ask them to remain vigilant and if they see or hear anything that concerns them, then to contact us."
Metropolitan Police arrested ten men as part of a counter-terrorism investigation linked to Iran. Four individuals—one Iranian national and three dual British-Iranian nationals—were arrested on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service. The investigation focuses on suspected surveillance of locations and individuals connected to Jewish communities in London. Six additional men were arrested on suspicion of assisting an offender. Arrests occurred across multiple locations including Barnet, Watford, Harrow, and Wembley. Counter Terrorism Policing London is leading the investigation and searches remain ongoing. Police urged the public, particularly the Jewish community, to remain vigilant and report any concerning activity.
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