The Latest Breaking News from National Security

Newport semiconductor factory: ‘Losing these jobs would be devastating’

UK government blocked new Chinese ownership on security grounds, but Nexperia bosses had ‘planned to build two new plants’

The Guardian - UK · Nov 24, 2022

Ban on Chinese security cameras in ‘sensitive’ government sites

Order applies to firms subject to China’s national security law

The Independent UK · Nov 24, 2022

Washington Watches with ‘Deep Concern’ Iran’s Nuclear Progress

The United States expressed “deep concern” Tuesday over progress Iran is making on its nuclear program and ballistic missile capability, after Tehran said it has begun enriching uranium to 60 percent at a second facility. “We are continuing to watch, not only their nuclear progress with deep concern, but also…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 23, 2022

South Korea debates scrapping Cold War-era ban on North's propaganda

Debate is brewing in South Korea over efforts to scrap a decades-old ban on North Korean media, as changing attitudes fuel renewed calls to review a national security law dating from the Cold War.

Reuters · Nov 22, 2022

Shamima Begum should face justice in Britain

Shamima Begum is to appeal today against the ban on her return to Britain. The case is being heard by an immigration appeals tribunal but the ultimate decision lies with the Home Secretary. Suella Braverman may stick with the view that Begum is a danger to national security.

Evening Standard · Nov 21, 2022

Israeli Army Chief Heads to US to ‘Reinforce Armies’ against Iranian Security Threats

Israeli Chief of Staff Aviv Kochavi will kick off a visit to the United States on Sunday to discuss the security challenges in the region. This will be his second visit to the US since assuming his post and his last before leaving office on January 17. An Israeli army…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Nov 20, 2022

The FBI alleges TikTok poses national security concerns

The FBI is concerned that the Chinese government could use TikTok to influence American users or control their devices. The company is working with the U.S. government towards a security agreement.

WEKU · Nov 17, 2022

Government plan to give immunity to ministers, spies and military involved in murder and torture abroad OLD

David Davis bringing amendments to strip ‘unconscionable’ clauses of National Security Bill

The Independent UK · Nov 17, 2022

The UK's biggest microchip plant in Newport could be reacquired by former owners following UK Government's security risk ruling

Chinese owned Nexperia has been ordered by Business Secretary Grant Shapps to sale its stake in the Newport factory

Wales Online · Nov 17, 2022

Ruling parties seek to reinforce national defense

The ruling parties' working team on national security has agreed to highlight policies to strengthen the national defense system in light of threats such as North Korea's successive ballistic missile launches.

The Japan News/Yomiuri · Nov 17, 2022