A British journalist of Iranian origin was the victim of a planned stabbing attack in London, a court has heard. Pouria Zeraati, who worked for Iran International, a Farsi-language dissident broadcaster, was attacked outside his home in west London.
The court was told that the stabbing was a deliberate assault ordered by a third party acting on behalf of the Iranian state. This development raises concerns about the safety of British nationals of Iranian origin, particularly those with connections to dissident organisations.
The details of the case have been revealed in a court hearing, where it was reported that Pouria Zeraati was stabbed in the leg during the attack. The incident is believed to have occurred in 2024.
The UK Government has been approached for comment on the matter, but no official response has been provided at this time. However, the Foreign Office advises British nationals to exercise caution when travelling to Iran, where tensions between the government and dissident groups are high.
As the case continues to unfold, questions will likely be raised about the UK's relationship with Iran and the measures in place to protect British nationals with connections to the country.