"Counter-terrorism investigators are examining three separate arson attacks in London against an Iranian dissident and Jewish targets amid fears the Iranian state may be behind them."
"The latest attack happened at about 8.30pm on Wednesday, against the offices of the parent group of a company that runs Iran International, a Persian news channel that opposes the regime in Tehran."
"The Met confirmed all three incidents were being investigated by London's counter-terrorism unit, with the deputy commissioner stating they were being treated as separate incidents."
"Investigators believe some of the suspects for the attacks have criminal pasts, and counter-terrorism experts have noted foreign states using criminal proxies to carry out violence in the UK."
Three arson attacks in London targeting Iranian dissidents and Jewish sites are under investigation by counter-terrorism units. The latest incident involved an attack on the offices of a company associated with Iran International. Arrests include a 16-year-old boy and two men for arson. Previous incidents include an attempted firebombing at Finchley Reform Synagogue and an arson attack on ambulances run by a Jewish charity. Investigators suspect some attackers have criminal backgrounds and are exploring potential foreign state involvement.
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