Investigation of State-Sponsored Plots Involving Iranian Nationals in the U.K.

British authorities are investigating two likely state-sponsored plots involving mostly Iranian nationals in the U.K. Eight people have been arrested. The plots are separate but may be directed by the same entity. The CIA and U.S. National Intelligence Director's office did not respond. Iran has targeted U.K.-based Iranians in the past. The U.K. has responded to 20 Iran-backed plots since 2022.