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politics2 days ago•2 min saved

Targeted attack on former UK MP Widdecombe sparks terrorism probe

Former UK MP and TV personality Ann Widdecombe was killed in what police describe as a targeted attack; a 28-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of murder and terrorism offenses and remains in custody under a Terrorism Act detention warrant while investigators probe planning and possible motive. The suspect was arrested in South Yorkshire, far from the crime scene, and authorities say there is evidence of planning, prompting renewed concerns over politicians’ security.

via NBC News|

#ann-widdecombe #arrest #politics

entertainment15 days ago•46 min saved

Prince Harry Faces UK Security Standstill as Family Trip Hangs in Balance

Prince Harry is reportedly devastated by the security deadlock surrounding his planned UK visit, with round-the-clock police protection not guaranteed for him or his family; initial plans to bring Meghan and their children have been revised as security decisions are handled by authorities like RAVEC and the Home Office, and the King has not intervened, while Harry contemplates options to travel with his family for the Invictus Games in Birmingham.

via Yahoo|

#entertainment #invictus-games #police-protection

world2 months ago•180 min saved

UK Convicts Two for Spying on Hong Kong Dissidents for China

In London, two dual British-Chinese nationals were found guilty of assisting a foreign intelligence service by spying on Hong Kong dissidents in Britain on behalf of China/Hong Kong authorities, with targets including activist Nathan Law; the operation ran from December 2023 to May 2024, a third man died, and the pair face up to 14 years in prison with sentencing to come, as Britain vows to hold Beijing to account and China denies the charges.

via CNN|

#china #hong-kong #old-bailey

politics2 months ago•5 min saved

UK terror adviser calls antisemitism a national security emergency amid spike in attacks

Jonathan Hall KC, the government’s terrorism adviser, says antisemitic attacks in the UK amount to the biggest national security emergency in years as a Golders Green stabbing is treated as a terrorist incident; ministers pledge extra police funding and security for Jewish sites while leaders press for action to address antisemitism’s root causes.

via BBC|

#antisemitism #golders-green #politics

entertainment6 months ago•31 min saved

Meghan Markle plans UK return in 2026, but security concerns could delay

Meghan Markle is reportedly set to return to England in summer 2026 to join Prince Harry in Birmingham for the Invictus Games countdown, but the trip’s timing depends on security arrangements being finalized as protection for the couple is reviewed.

via Yahoo|

#birmingham #entertainment #invictus-games

world7 months ago•3 min saved

UK Spy Chief Warns of Widespread Russian Threat

Blaise Metreweli, the first female head of MI6, warns that the UK faces a pervasive threat from Russia and other hostile actors, emphasizing the importance of technological mastery and human agency in national security amidst a complex, tech-mediated threat landscape.

via CNN|

#mi6 #russia-threat #spy-chief

world9 months ago•2 min saved

MI5 Chief Expresses Frustration Over China Spy Cases and Rising Threats

MI5 revealed that UK spies have recently disrupted a new threat from China, highlighting ongoing cyber threats and espionage activities, despite a dropped case against two individuals accused of gathering intelligence on UK-China relations. The agency emphasizes the persistent danger posed by Chinese state actors and ongoing cyber threats to government networks.

via Bloomberg.com|

#china-espionage #cyberthreat #intelligence-disruption

world9 months ago•6 min saved

Multiple Injuries and Fatalities in Manchester Synagogue Attack, Suspect Shot by Police

Two people were killed and several injured in a stabbing and vehicle ramming attack outside a Manchester synagogue on Yom Kippur, with the suspected attacker shot by police and believed to be dead; the incident has heightened fears of antisemitism amid ongoing tensions over the Israel-Hamas conflict.

via The New York Times|

#antisemitism #manchester-attack #synagogue-violence

world10 months ago•4 min saved

Trump’s UK Visit Sparks Royal Celebrations and Security Measures

Britain is preparing its largest security operation since the 2023 coronation for President Trump's upcoming visit, involving extensive measures like drones, snipers, and armed police, heightened by recent threats and incidents, to ensure safety during his three-day stay.

via The New York Times|

#police-operation #threats #trump

world1 year ago•4 min saved

UK's Iran Threat Now on Par with Russia, Security Report Warns

A UK parliamentary report warns of a rising and unpredictable threat from Iran, highlighting increased physical threats against opponents and UK interests, concerns over Iran's nuclear capabilities, and calls for enhanced long-term security measures, including potential sanctions and proscription of Iran's IRGC. The report emphasizes the need for a better-resourced response to Iran's diverse threats, amidst ongoing tensions and regional conflicts.

via BBC|

#iran-threat #iranian-regime #nuclear-programme

world1 year ago•4 min saved

U.K. High Court Criticizes MI5 for Deception and Opacity

A UK High Court criticized MI5 for misleading courts about an informant involved in domestic abuse cases, raising concerns over transparency and oversight of the agency, which has historically maintained secrecy about its operations.

via NPR|

#high-court #informant-deception #mi5

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Pro-Palestinian Activists Infiltrate UK RAF Base in Major Security Breach

The UK government is planning to ban Palestine Action as a terrorist organization following their break-in at RAF Brize Norton, where activists spray-painted military planes, prompting a security review and ongoing investigations.

via BBC|

#gaza-conflict #palestine-action #politics

royalty2 years ago•4 min saved

Prince Harry's Legal Battle: Fighting Back Against Unfair Security Stripping

Prince Harry's lawyer is challenging the UK government's decision to strip him of his security detail, arguing that it was unfair and failed to follow proper risk analysis. Harry claims his safety is at risk due to hostility on social media and in the press. The government argues that Harry is no longer a working royal and therefore not entitled to regular security review. The committee responsible for the decision included royal family staff, including someone with whom Harry had tensions. Harry's spokesperson stated that his US security team does not have jurisdiction or access to intelligence in the UK.

via Fox News|

#legal-challenge #prince-harry #ravec

politics3 years ago•3 min saved

UK's Liz Truss and China-Taiwan tensions

Former UK Prime Minister Liz Truss has urged Chancellor Rishi Sunak to classify China as a "threat" to UK security during her visit to Taiwan. Truss, who is the first former UK Prime Minister to visit Taiwan since Margaret Thatcher, drew comparisons between the tensions between China and Taiwan and the Russian invasion of Ukraine. She also called for the development of "an economic Nato" to support freedom and proper free enterprise. The Chinese Embassy called Truss's visit "a dangerous political stunt".

via BBC|

#china #liz-truss #politics