British teen pleads guilty over arson attack targeting Iran International offices in London

A British teenager has admitted guilt for his role in an arson attack targeting offices associated with the Persian-language television station Iran International. The incident occurred earlier this year at premises belonging to Volant Media, the broadcaster's parent company, in northwest London.

Nathan Dunn, 19, pleaded guilty at London's Old Bailey Court to a charge of "arson being reckless as to whether life is endangered." The attack involved an ignited container being thrown towards the building. Fortunately, the device landed in a car park, and the fire extinguished itself without causing any damage or injuries.

Dunn was initially charged alongside a 21-year-old man and a 16-year-old boy. During the incident, nearby buildings were evacuated as a precautionary measure, but authorities quickly determined there was no wider risk to the public. Police were alerted and pursued a black SUV that matched the description of the getaway vehicle, leading to a chase and subsequent arrests after the vehicle crashed.