The claim
“The British government imposed sanctions on an Iranian-linked network accused of plotting attacks in the UK and elsewhere.”
Our verdict
True
Multiple news sources report that the UK government imposed sanctions on an Iranian-linked network accused of plotting attacks in the UK and elsewhere, including asset freezes and travel bans.
What we found
Multiple news sources report that the UK government imposed sanctions on an Iranian-linked network accused of plotting attacks in the UK and elsewhere, including asset freezes and travel bans.
The evidence
2 sources, all background: none settles the claim either way.
- Background
Britain slapped sanctions on a dozen Iran-linked individuals and entities accused of involvement in hostile activities targeting the UK or other countries.
msn.com· MSN report on UK sanctions - Background
The article notes that the British government issued travel bans, asset freezes and director disqualification orders to nine people and three entities linked to Iranian-backed hostile activity.
thenationalnews.com· Article context
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