Norwegian teen was in UK to 'undertake a hit', court hears
A 19-year-old Norwegian man is on trial in London for allegedly planning a contract killing on behalf of a Swedish crime group linked to the Iranian regime. The defendant pleaded guilty to firearm possession but denies the conspiracy to murder charge.
Why it matters
The case highlights the growing concern over transnational organized crime groups acting as proxies for state actors in international assassination plots.
Image source, Julia Quenzler Image caption, At the Old Bailey in London, Johannes Natland denied a charge of conspiracy to murder
The report relies on court testimony and prosecution statements, maintaining a neutral journalistic tone.
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