Iran Accuses Dozens of Spying Amidst Tensions

Iran's Intelligence Ministry announces the arrest of dozens, including a foreign national, for alleged espionage in favor of U.S. and Israel amidst ongoing tensions. These arrests come after U.S. and Israeli airstrikes and retaliatory actions by Iran. Rights groups question the motives behind the arrests.

Iran's Intelligence Ministry has revealed the arrest of dozens of individuals, including a foreign national, under accusations of espionage for the nation's 'enemies,' namely the United States and Israel. The ministry's announcement comes during a sustained period of conflict involving both countries.

This development follows recent airstrikes by the U.S. and Israel on February 28, which resulted in the death of Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and several Iranian commanders. In retaliation, Iran has reportedly launched attacks against U.S. allies in the Gulf region.

Rights groups have criticized the Islamic Republic for allegedly using these arrests as leverage to gain concessions from other nations, a claim Tehran denies. Additionally, Iran's Police Chief Ahmadreza Radan stated that 81 individuals have been detained for purportedly sharing sensitive information with hostile foreign media and entities.

(With inputs from agencies.)