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Four people are arrested on suspicion of spying for Iran
- Four men were arrested in London on suspicion of spying for Iran as part of a counter-terrorism probe.
- The suspects include one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals detained at Harrow, Watford and Barnet.
- Police say the arrests are part of a months-long investigation into suspected surveillance of Jews in London for Iran's intelligence services.
- March 6, 2026, marks the day the Metropolitan Police announced searches and ongoing inquiries at linked properties.
- Rabbi Herschel Gluck and CST officials commented on heightened security and vigilance for the Jewish community.
- Security groups emphasized the importance of reporting concerns to authorities.
- The government and security services pledged to counter state-backed threats and provide support.
- MI5 and security officials have highlighted Iran’s ongoing threats and past plots disrupted in the UK.
- Officials stressed not to underestimate the Iranian threat and to cooperate with authorities.
- The investigation also involved two additional related cases with ongoing legal proceedings.
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