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Posted on October 23, 2025

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LONDON (Reuters) -British police said on Thursday they had arrested three men suspected of assisting a foreign intelligence service, and that the offences related to Russia. "On Thursday 23 October,

Three Men Arrested in London for Alleged Russia-Linked Espionage

Details of the Arrests

LONDON (Reuters) -British police said on Thursday they had arrested three men suspected of assisting a foreign intelligence service, and that the offences related to Russia.

Background on the Investigation

"On Thursday 23 October, three men aged 48, 45 and 44 were arrested at addresses in west and central London. Searches are ongoing at these addresses as well as another address in west London," the police statement said.

Ongoing Searches and Developments

(Reporting by William James; Editing by Catarina Demony)

Key Takeaways

  • Three men arrested in London for suspected espionage.
  • Arrests linked to foreign intelligence service activities.
  • Police conducting searches at multiple London addresses.
  • Investigation focuses on Russia-related offences.
  • Ongoing developments in the espionage case.

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