MI5 chief warns of growing threat from Iran and Russia

MI5 warns of a growing threat from Iran and Russia, with new powers allowing the IRGC to be treated like terrorists. Britain's intelligence chief highlighted "thuggish actions" like arson and sabotage by proxy groups. The National Security Act enables arrests, asset freezes, and visa cancellations for those linked to designated state threats. Up to ten groups, including the IRGC, are expected to be proscribed as state-based threats, with penalties for working with foreign intelligence agencies.