'They use proxies': France probes possible Iran link to thwarted bomb attack outside of a Bank of America | Fortune
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'They use proxies': France probes possible Iran link to thwarted bomb attack outside of a Bank of America | Fortune
"Authorities suspect a link to Iran due to similarities to other recent attempted attacks in Europe which a pro-Iran group claimed responsibility for. The modus operandi is in every respect similar to actions that have been carried out in the Netherlands and in Belgium."
"The group, known on Telegram under the name Harakat Ashab al-Yamin al-Islamia, also claimed responsibility for an attack last week in London, where four ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity were set on fire."
"Typically, intelligence services of this country (Iran) operate in this way: they use proxies, a series of subcontractors, often common criminals, to carry out highly targeted actions aimed at U.S. interests, the interests of the Jewish community, or Iranian opposition figures."
French authorities are investigating a thwarted bomb attack outside a Bank of America building in Paris, suspecting a connection to Iran. The investigation follows the arrest of five suspects, with two apprehended on Monday. Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez noted that the modus operandi resembles previous attacks in Europe linked to a pro-Iran group. This group has claimed responsibility for other incidents, including an attack in London. Increased security measures have been implemented around key figures and sites in response to rising tensions involving Iran.
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