‘The frontline is everywhere’: new MI6 head to warn of growing Russian threat

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Dan Sabbagh Defence and security editorDecember 15, 2025 at 01:01 AM

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MI6's new head, Blaise Metreweli, will warn of a growing Russian threat, citing assassination plots, cyber-attacks, and disinformation campaigns. In her first speech, she will state that the UK faces a new "age of uncertainty" due to Russia's aggressive actions, particularly following the invasion of Ukraine. Air Chief Marshal Richard Knighton will echo these concerns, calling the current situation more dangerous than ever. These warnings coincide with Keir Starmer's planned summit in Berlin with European leaders, including Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to discuss a European peace plan for Ukraine amid uncertainty surrounding US support. Metreweli will emphasize the UK's enduring support for Ukraine and sustained pressure on Russia, highlighting past incidents like the Skripal poisoning and current threats involving AI-driven disinformation.

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