Two people were arrested in London on suspicion of collaborating with Iranian intelligence services. The arrest occurred in the context of an ongoing investigation into espionage activities in the United Kingdom.
The United Kingdom decided to raise the terrorist threat level after an attack against two Jewish religious men in Golders Green. North London has been the scene of recent incidents involving the Jewish community.
British authorities point to a possible link between those arrested and Iranian intelligence services. The country's security situation was reviewed in response to recent events.
The attack in Golders Green generated concern about the safety of the Jewish community in the United Kingdom, leading authorities to strengthen preventive measures.
