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British-Azerbaijani Man Arrested in Cyprus for Alleged Spying for Iran

31 Temmuz 2026The Guardian

Rashad Sultanov, a British-Azerbaijani national, has been arrested in Cyprus for allegedly spying on a UK airbase and providing information to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The arrest took place on July 17, and Sultanov is currently in custody as extradition proceedings are underway.
The case raises significant concerns about espionage activities involving foreign intelligence agencies in Europe.
The arrest comes amid heightened concerns over Iran's intelligence activities in Europe, particularly as tensions between Iran and Western countries continue to escalate. The UK's military presence in Cyprus is strategic, and any threat to its operations could have wider implications for regional security.
The arrest of Rashad Sultanov highlights the ongoing tensions between Western nations and Iran, particularly in the context of surveillance and espionage. This incident not only underscores the vulnerabilities of military installations but also reflects the broader geopolitical struggles that characterize relations…

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