Former British soldier guilty of spying for Iran, raising UK military security concerns

Daniel Khalife, a former British soldier, was found guilty of spying for Iran, raising concerns about security in the UK military. Khalife had contacted MI5 in 2021, revealing his espionage activities, but the agency initially failed to act promptly. Khalife, who began passing secrets at age 17, provided sensitive information, including details about special forces and military systems. His case has highlighted weaknesses in the military's vetting processes and the detection of insider threats. After escaping from custody in 2023, Khalife was recaptured. He is set to be sentenced next year. The Ministry of Defence stated that they are addressing potential threats and continuously monitor security risks.