Iranian state
Coverage of Iranian state in the Nexus archive.
- Two Romanians jailed for stabbing Iranian journalist in London
Two Romanians were jailed for stabbing Iranian journalist Pouria Zeraati in London, an attack linked to his criticism of the Iranian regime. Zeraati, a TV journalist with Iran International, was attacked outside his Wimbledon home.
- 2 men jailed for stabbing an Iranian journalist in London in an attack blamed on Tehran
Two Romanian men were jailed for stabbing an Iranian journalist in London, with the judge stating the attack was carried out on behalf of the Iranian state. The victim, Pouria Zeraati, a presenter for London-based Iran International, was injured in March 2024 and later relocated abroad due to fears of reprisals.
- Two men found guilty of 'targeted' knife attack on journalist on behalf of Iranian state handed lengthy jail terms
Two men were found guilty of a targeted knife attack on a journalist on behalf of the Iranian state and received lengthy jail terms. The attack was determined to be state-sponsored.
- Counter-terror police investigate London arson attacks on Iranian and Jewish targets
Counter-terror police in London are investigating three arson attacks targeting Iran International media offices, a synagogue, and Jewish charity ambulances. Authorities suspect possible Iranian state involvement in the incidents.