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Britain faces significant unpreparedness for Russian "shadow warfare," including cyber attacks and sabotage, according to journalist Edward Lucas. He warns that decades of underestimating the threat, coupled with government secrecy and a lack of legislative preparedness, have left the UK vulnerable. Lucas stresses the urgent need for deterrence and leveraging international alliances to counter Moscow's actions.
Four men have been arrested in North London on suspicion of spying for Iran, with authorities revealing the investigation focuses on alleged surveillance of Jewish community interests. The arrests highlight concerns over Iran's asymmetric warfare tactics and foreign intelligence activities on British soil. The incident raises questions about national security and the protection of minority groups.
The UK faces a heightened risk of Iranian cyber and terror attacks following US-led strikes, warns former National Security Adviser Sir Mark Lyall Grant. Amidst escalating conflict and US service member deaths, Britain maintains a stance of non-involvement in offensive actions while defending allies.
