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Former British Soldier Convicted of Spying for Iran After Dramatic Prison Escape

Daniel Khalife was found guilty of passing sensitive information to the Iranian government, leading to national security concerns in the UK.

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Daniel Khalife, a former British soldier, was convicted of espionage for supplying sensitive information to Iran, including the identities of special forces personnel. Khalife, who escaped from Wandsworth Prison triggering a nationwide manhunt, claimed he aimed to be a double agent but faced serious consequences for compromising national security. He was cleared of a bomb hoax charge. The case raises concerns about the vulnerabilities in the UK’s defense against espionage and the integrity of its armed forces.

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