UK Spy Chief Warns of Escalating Hybrid Threats from Iran and Russia

UK spy chief warns of rising hybrid warfare from Iran and Russia, targeting military sites and Jewish communities.

October 13, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — London, United Kingdom — The head of Britain’s domestic intelligence agency has raised alarms over a surge in hybrid operations by Iran and Russia on British soil, citing increased efforts to target military installations and community groups.

According to UK officials, Iran is intensifying its attempts to strike more significant targets, including military facilities, while Russia is escalating its hybrid warfare tactics in response to Ukraine’s allies. The director of MI6 highlighted the growing danger posed by Russia’s use of such methods in her first public address.

The security chief also condemned Iran-led attacks on Jewish communities as

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