Counter Terrorism Policing London Commander Dominic Murphy stated: “We’re increasingly noticing individuals we would classify as ‘proxies’ being recruited by foreign intelligence services, and these arrests stem from our ongoing efforts to disrupt such actions.
“Anyone approached and tempted to engage in criminal activities on behalf of a foreign state in the U.K. should reconsider.”
Murphy continued: “This type of activity is subject to investigation, and those involved should expect prosecution, facing potentially severe consequences if convicted.”
In July, Moscow was included in the enhanced tier of the U.K.’s Foreign Influence Registration Scheme, requiring individuals working for the Russian state to declare their activities or face imprisonment.
Earlier this year, three men were convicted following an arson attack at a warehouse storing aid for Ukraine.
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