MI5 shifts focus from counter-terrorism to tackle increasing threats from Russia and Iran.

MI5, the UK's security service, is shifting its focus from counter-terrorism to address growing threats from Russia and Iran, including sabotage and assassinations. Director General Ken McCallum stated that MI5 must "pare back" its anti-terrorism efforts due to limited resources and a "generational challenge" from hostile states. The agency is also concerned about online radicalization of young people.

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