General · 6 May 2026

UK Plans 14-Year Jail Term for Iran Proxy Attackers

The UK government plans legislation in the King's Speech to allow the Home Secretary to designate Iranian proxy groups as foreign intelligence services. Anyone acting for such groups will face up to 14 years in prison, even if unaware they are working for Iran. The move follows arson attacks and a terrorist stabbing in Golders Green linked to Iranian-backed groups.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 May 2026 at 9:54

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