Iran has denied claims that its citizens were involved in a plot to attack the Israeli embassy in London. The Iranian foreign minister, Seyed Abbas Araghchi, made this clear in a statement shared on social media. He dismissed the reports as unfounded and emphasized that Iran had not received any official communication regarding such allegations.
Araghchi stated, "Iran categorically rejects any involvement in such actions." He also expressed concern over the timing of these reports and called on the UK to collaborate with Iran in investigating any credible claims. He suggested that the lack of engagement from UK authorities raises questions about the motives behind the allegations.
The foreign minister pointed out a pattern where third parties have previously tried to disrupt diplomatic efforts and provoke tensions through misleading actions. He indicated that Iran is willing to cooperate to clarify the situation and insisted that the rights of Iranian citizens should be respected.
This statement comes after various media outlets reported that the Israeli embassy in Kensington was the intended target of a supposed plot. Recently, five Iranian men were arrested across England following a police investigation into potential threats. However, the Metropolitan Police have not confirmed that the Israeli embassy was specifically targeted.
Commander Dominic Murphy, who leads the Metropolitan Police’s counter-terrorism unit, urged the public to avoid speculation, stressing that it could hinder their ongoing investigation. He reassured the public that they are taking necessary precautions to ensure safety and urged anyone with concerns to reach out to the authorities.
The Israeli embassy has yet to comment on these developments. As this story unfolds, many are watching closely to see how diplomatic relations might be affected and what further details may emerge from the investigation.