“The UK sanctioned an Iranian-linked network accused of plotting attacks in the UK and elsewhere.”

UK Foreign OfficePress releaseMay 11, 2026Read the original

Sanctions announced on 11 May 2026.

Our verdict

True

The UK sanctioned nine people and three entities, including the Zindashti network, on 11 May 2026.

What we found

The government said the network was involved in threatening, planning or conducting attacks in Britain and elsewhere. Iran denies involvement. The claim is accurate.

The evidence

2 of 2 sources support the claim; none contradict it.

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Supports the claim
UK sanctions 9 people for alleged Iran-linked 'hostile activity'. [1]
Supports the claim
UK sanctions Iran-linked network, citing attack plots and finance operations. [2]

How we checked

We checked the claim against AP via WTOP, Algemeiner (Reuters). We reviewed 2 relevant sources.

Sources

[1]AP via WTOP · UK sanctions 9 people for alleged Iran-linked 'hostile activity'
[2]Algemeiner (Reuters) · UK sanctions Iran-linked network, cites attack plots and finance operations

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