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Cyprus holds 44-year-old accused of spying for Iran
Filed: Jul 31, 2026 at 9:07 AM ET
Summary: A 44-year-old dual British and Azerbaijani national is held in Cyprus as extradition proceedings proceed.
WHO: A 44-year-old dual British and Azerbaijani national
WHAT: Held in Cyprus while extradition proceedings are underway over an accusation of spying on a British base for Iran
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 8:23 AM ET
WHERE: Cyprus
WHY: Cause not yet established.
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