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UK MI5 chief warns next major shock could be planned in unexpected locations

MI5 chief says agencies must look beyond past threats, warning a future large‑scale attack could be plotted in places not currently monitored.

Speaking in London on Sept. 11, the head of Britain’s domestic security service warned that intelligence agencies should not linger on previous threats but must accept the possibility of a new strategic shock being planned where they are not looking.

The comment signals a shift toward broader vigilance, suggesting that future large‑scale attacks could emerge from unexpected quarters, though no specific details were provided.

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The statement highlights a reassessment of threat priorities within UK security circles, indicating that officials are preparing for potential attacks beyond historically monitored targets.

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