British police warn technology used to threaten UK
Senior British counterterrorism officials warned that technology and online platforms are increasingly used to threaten the United Kingdom by hostile states, extremists and far-right groups, with Islamic extremism still the largest risk but notable growth in state-backed and far-right activity. Officials cited specific cases including Iranian-linked assassination plots, convictions for spying for China, and an arson plot described as fitting Russian state-backed sabotage, plus recruitment on Telegram by the Wagner Group. Police said over 20 Iranian-backed plots were recorded in 2025 and that teenagers have been arrested, and they urged greater cooperation from technology companies as investigations continue.
Hostile-state and far-right threats to the UK are increasing.
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Police have reported more plots by hostile states and far-right groups in recent years. Recent arrests and convictions include spying and state-linked attacks. Police may ask tech companies for more help and investigations could produce…
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