Politics · 17 October 2025
MI5 Chief Warns of Rising Threats from Russia, Iran and Terror Groups
The head of MI5, Ken McCallum, has warned that the UK faces a growing threat from hostile states including Russia, Iran and China, alongside persistent risks from terrorism. McCallum said state-linked plots and espionage attempts have surged by more than 35% this year, with increasing cyber and disinformation campaigns. He urged greater vigilance across government and business to counter infiltration efforts and protect national resilience amid rising global instability. Source: Reuters
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