Australian intelligence chief confirms multiple countries, including Iran, engage in foreign interference in Australia.

Australian intelligence chief Mike Burgess confirms that "at least three or four" countries, including Iran, are actively involved in foreign interference in Australia, targeting diaspora communities. ASIO Director-General Burgess notes that foreign interference and espionage are major concerns for the agency. Burgess emphasizes the importance of careful language from politicians and the media, as their words may influence potential terrorists with little or no planning, contributing to the increased terrorism threat level raised from "possible" to "probable".

August 11, 2024
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