UK Cracks Down on Alleged Russian Espionage Activities

British police arrested three men suspected of aiding Russian intelligence. Counter-terrorism police lead this investigation under the National Security Act, following arrests related to sabotage efforts like an arson attack on Ukraine-linked businesses. Russia denies involvement, blaming the UK for such accusations.

British police have made significant arrests, detaining three men suspected of helping Russian intelligence services. The individuals, aged 48, 45, and 44, were apprehended at various addresses across London, and authorities are currently searching these locations.

Dominic Murphy, Head of Counter-Terrorism Policing London, highlighted a rise in 'proxies' being used by foreign agencies, which these arrests aim to disrupt. The action comes under the National Security Act, designed to broaden the range of activities prosecutable in spying cases.

This development coincides with the sentencing of six men linked to an arson attack on Ukraine-related businesses, allegedly orchestrated by the Wagner mercenary group. Meanwhile, Russia dismisses such allegations, accusing the UK of unfairly targeting it for various incidents.

(With inputs from agencies.)