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AL JAZEERA C3 TERRORISM & SANCTIONS MEDIUM RISK Published 12 Oct 2026 at 18:51 UTC, affecting GB, IR

Al Jazeera: UK blames Iran for airbase plot, sanctions two Iranian nationals

The UK has imposed sanctions on two Iranian nationals, blaming Iran for an airbase plot. Iran's ambassador denies involvement but offers cooperation with the investigation.

Prepared automatically by complead Research from Al Jazeera, published 12 Oct 2026.

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The UK has imposed sanctions on two Iranian nationals, blaming Iran for an airbase plot. Iran's ambassador denies involvement but offers cooperation with the investigation.

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  • Assess exposure to Iranian nationals and entities
  • Monitor for transactions linked to designated individuals
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FROM THE NOTICE Iran’s ambassador tells UK officials Tehran willing to assist in investigation, reiterates denial of involvement. Al Jazeera, 12 Oct 2026, 18:51 UTC, aljazeera.com

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