Iran has rejected reviews that Iranian nationals have been allegedly concerned in a plot to focus on the Israeli embassy in London.
In a press release posted on X, Iranian overseas minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi mentioned: “We’re seeing tales within the media that Iranian nationals are allegedly concerned in a supposed plot to focus on the Israeli embassy in London.
“Iran in no uncertain terms categorically rejects any involvement in such actions and confirms that we have not been informed of any allegations via proper diplomatic channels.
“Iran has urged the UK to have interaction in order that we might help any probe into credible allegations. Timing and lack of engagement counsel that one thing is amiss.”
The Iranian foreign minister said there was a “historical past of third events bent on derailing diplomacy and upsetting escalation resorting to determined measures, together with false flag operations”.
“Iran stands ready to engage to shed light on what has truly inspired, and we reiterate that UK authorities should afford our citizens due process,” he added.
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5 Iranian males have been arrested at areas throughout England on Saturday after an alleged plot to “target a single premises” was found, the Met Police mentioned.
Nevertheless police haven’t confirmed that the Israeli embassy was the suspected goal.
“This is a fast-moving counter-terrorism investigation and there are significant operational reasons why we cannot provide further information at this time.
“As quickly as doable we’ll look to share additional particulars and within the meantime we might ask the general public to stay vigilant and speak to us when you have any issues.”
The Israeli embassy has been approached for remark.
