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On September 23, 2025, the US Secret Service uncovered and dismantled a large network of over 300 SIM servers and 100,000 active SIM cards within 35 miles of the United Nations in New York. The network, likely operated by nation-state actors, had the capacity to disrupt cellular networks, send encrypted messages to criminal groups, and potentially cripple emergency communications during the UN General Assembly.
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On October 24, 2025, the UK Crown Prosecution Service dropped charges against Christopher Cash and Christopher Berry, accused of spying for China between 2021 and 2023. The Director of Public Prosecutions cited the government's refusal to confirm China as a national security threat at the time. MI5 Director Ken McCallum affirmed ongoing Chinese espionage threats and recent operational interventions.
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The UK dropped a high-profile espionage case against two Britons accused of spying for China, citing political concerns. The move has strained UK-China relations and angered intelligence agencies, amid ongoing fears of Chinese cyber and human intelligence threats. The case's collapse raises questions about political interference in national security efforts.
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The UK is set to approve a new Chinese embassy near Tower of London, with final decision due on December 10. MI5 and MI6 have reportedly given the green light, despite ongoing security concerns linked to espionage risks and recent spying allegations. The decision coincides with UK-China diplomatic efforts and upcoming Prime Minister visits.