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Britain Summons Iranian Ambassador Amid Spy Charges

3/24/2026

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  • On March 23, 2026, Britain summoned the Iranian ambassador following charges against Nematollah Shahsavani and Alireza Farasati for allegedly aiding Iran's intelligence services.
  • The men are accused of conducting reconnaissance on Jewish targets, including the Israeli Embassy, over five weeks last summer.
  • They appeared in court without entering a plea and remain in custody until their next hearing on April 17.
  • The British government emphasized its commitment to national security amid concerns about Iran's involvement in over 20 suspected plots against British citizens.