Ex-British soldier found guilty of spying for Iran – DW – 11/28/2024
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Daniel Khalife said he was trying to act as a "double agent," arguing that he was against the Iranian regime. But the jury in London found the 23-year-old former soldier guilty of espionage and terrorism charges.

Summary

Former British soldier Daniel Khalife, 23, was convicted in London of espionage and terrorism for spying for Iran.

Prosecutors said Khalife gathered and shared classified military information, potentially endangering lives and national security, while claiming to be a “double agent” against the Iranian regime.

Khalife’s September 2023 escape from prison triggered a high-profile manhunt before his recapture.

Found guilty under the Official Secrets Act and Terrorism Act, Khalife denied wrongdoing, portraying himself as a patriot. He was acquitted of a separate bomb hoax charge.