Islamic terror in UK could get boost from Hamas leader's killing, ex-MI6 boss fears
Daily Express|October 21, 2024
ISLAMIC terrorism may get a "boost" in the UK following the death of the Hamas leader, a former head of M16 warned.
Allister Hagger
Islamic terror in UK could get boost from Hamas leader's killing, ex-MI6 boss fears

Sir John Sawers suggested international targets could become a new focus for militant groups, after Israeli troops killed Yahya Sinwar, the man who masterminded the group's October 7 terror attacks last year.

Police and intelligence agencies in this country should be "on their toes" for signs of terror from the likes of Hamas and its Lebanese counterpart Hezbollah, Sir John has warned.

Vigilance

He said: "Islamic terrorism may actually get a further boost, if that's the right word, from events in the Middle East.

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