WANA (May 08) – Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi has strongly rejected what he described as storytelling in British media surrounding the recent arrest of several Iranian nationals in the United Kingdom, allegedly linked to a foiled terrorist plot.

 

In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Araghchi condemned the reports suggesting that Iranian citizens were involved in a conspiracy to target the Israeli Embassy in London.

 

“We are seeing stories in the media that Iranian nationals are allegedly involved in a supposed plot to target the Israeli embassy in London,” he wrote.

 

Araghchi categorically denied any Iranian involvement in such acts, stressing, “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 engage so that we may assist any probe into credible allegations. Timing and lack of engagement suggest that something is amiss,” he stated.

 

He further warned that “There is a history of third parties bent on derailing diplomacy and provoking escalation, resorting to desperate measures, including false flag operations.”

 

Reaffirming Iran’s readiness to cooperate, Araghchi emphasized, “Iran stands ready to engage to shed light on what has truly transpired, and we reiterate that UK authorities should afford our citizens due process.”

The Arrest Background of Iranian Citizens Arrested in the UK

London police have announced the arrest of seven Iranian nationals suspected of involvement in terrorism-related offenses during two separate operations.

 

According to a statement by the Metropolitan Police, the arrests took place in London, Swindon, and Greater Manchester and are linked to “a suspected plot to target a specific location.”

 

In total, eight men—seven of whom are Iranian nationals—were arrested on suspicion of preparing for a terrorist act. They are between the ages of 29 and 46 and remain in custody. The nationality of one of the suspects is still under investigation, according to counterterrorism police.