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Iranian Intelligence Detains 31 Suspects in US-Israel Backed Sabotage Networks

Oct 03, 2026 10:41 PM CT Tehran, Iran iran, israel, united states, intelligence, sabotage, arrests, covert operations

Summary

Iran's Intelligence Ministry reported the arrest of 31 individuals allegedly linked to four networks supported by the US and Israel. The suspects are charged with fomenting unrest and conducting sabotage operations within Iran. This development highlights ongoing covert intelligence competition and internal security measures in response to perceived foreign interference.

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Iran arrests 31 people linked to US-Israel sabotage networks, report says At least 31 people linked to four networks backed by the US and Israel have been arrested in Iran on charges of fomenting unrest and carrying out acts of sabotage, Iran's Press TV reported. Iran's Intelligence Ministry...

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Actor Responses

Iran NEUTRAL

Arrested 31 individuals on charges of fomenting unrest and sabotage linked to US and Israel.

Israel NEUTRAL

Alleged by Iranian authorities to have backed the arrested networks.

United States NEUTRAL

Alleged by Iranian authorities to have backed the arrested networks.

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