The UK is facing a growing wave of state threats from espionage and cyber-attacks to influence operations and physical violence. A recent case involves three alleged Iranian operatives, charged under the National Security Act 2023, accused of plotting serious violence against UK-based journalists from Iran International. The accused reportedly entered the UK through irregular means, highlighting border security concerns.
Iran, Russia, China, and North Korea pose the most serious threats—using cyberattacks, surveillance, and influence tactics to target UK interests. In response, the UK is deploying new laws, enhanced border security, and increased counter-intelligence efforts, including the Foreign Influence Registration Scheme and a state threats joint unit. #NationalSecurity #CyberThreats #ForeignInterference #UKSecurity #CounterIntelligence #Espionage #StateThreats #politics #geopolitics #economics #explanation #globalcrisis #humanrights #climatechange