MI5 Chief: Terror Warnings And A New Generation Of British Born Terrorists

The head of Britain's MI5 intelligence Agency, Jonathan Evans. Photo: Reuters

Arab Spring Provided New Breeding Ground For British Terrorists – Spy Chief -- The Telegraph

The Arab Spring has spawned a new generation of British-born terrorists after al-Qaeda lured dozens of would-be bombers abroad to train for possible attacks on the UK, the head of MI5 warned.

Jonathan Evans said the terror network has taken advantage of the unstable region, in the wake of last year’s revolutions, to spread its influence and create new bases for attacks.

British would-be jihadis are known to be receiving training in the likes of Libya and Egypt, mirroring what has already happened in the Yemen and Somalia.

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MI5 Chief Issues Terror Concerns And Warnings

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