Shafaq News/ On Thursday, British counter-terrorism policearrested two men over suspected ties to the Lebanese Hezbollah, which has beenbanned in the UK since 2019.
The first suspect, 39, was apprehended north of London oncharges including “membership in a banned group, preparation for terroristacts, and financing terrorism.” A second man, 35, was arrested in west Londonunder similar allegations.
Dominic Murphy, head of the Counter Terrorism Centre,stated, "Our investigation remains ongoing, but I hope that these arrestsshow we will take robust action against anyone here whom we suspect as beinginvolved in terrorist activity, regardless of whether their activity is focusedhere in the UK or elsewhere."
Authorities clarified that the investigation relates toHezbollah but confirmed there is no immediate threat to public safety.
Both men were released on bail and will face court hearingsin mid-July.
Earlier this week, the Spanish Civil Guard launched anoperation against suspected Hezbollah members in Spain, involving Lebanesenationals residing there. The operation, led by the military’s intelligenceservice, was coordinated by the Prosecutor’s Office and the National Court.
Additionally, German authorities have been investigating analleged Hezbollah presence in northern Germany.
Hezbollah has been designated a terrorist group by theUnited States and many other countries, though some apply this label only toits armed wing.
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