UK Introduces Tougher Penalties for Foreign-Backed Criminals

The UK is implementing new powers that could lead to 14-year jail sentences for criminals backed by Iran and Russian-state proxies, with MI5 tracking numerous Iranian-backed plots.

9 Jun, 14:13 — 9 Jun, 14:13

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The IndependentMostly Factual85d ago

Criminals backed by Iran and Russian-state proxies to face 14 years in jail under tough new powers

MI5 has tracked 20 potentially lethal Iranian-backed plots in the past year alone

By Holly Bancroft

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UK Introduces Tougher Penalties for Foreign-Backed Criminals

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Criminals backed by Iran and Russian-state proxies to face 14 years in jail under tough new powers

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