# State-Sponsored Attack on Journalist Sentenced | London News

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Podcast: [London News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/london-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7573121)
Published: 2026-07-04T02:02:37+00:00
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Two Romanian men have been jailed for brutally stabbing journalist Pouria Zeraati outside his Wimbledon home — a targeted, premeditated attack prosecutors say was carried out on behalf of Iran. One man, George Stana, received 12 years; the other, Nandito Badea, 8 years. Both denied involvement but were convicted of grievous bodily harm. The attack, which left Zeraati fearing for his life and forcing him to flee the UK, drew fierce condemnation from Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper, who called it a direct message to Iran’s regime. Zeraati, who worked for Iran International — a media outlet designated a terrorist group by Tehran — had previously been branded “Wanted: Dead or Alive” in Iran. The case underscores Britain’s resolve to protect journalists and punish state-sponsored violence on its soil. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/981b5a1cd96a9ed1

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