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Is 'helping Iran' a crime?

Currently, the UK lacks a dedicated law against foreign interference, unlike many allies. Police often rely on broader legislation like the Official Secrets Act 1989, which targets disclosure of sensitive information, or terrorism laws. The government has been working on a new National Security Bill to address this gap, aiming to make such activities a specific criminal offence. These arrests are under existing legislation.

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