Australian spy boss says 3 foreign governments plotted to harm people in Australia

Australia’s spy agency ASIO uncovered three foreign governments plotting to harm individuals in the country, intervening to prevent attacks. It also disrupted a cyber unit targeting US and Australian infrastructure and alerted US authorities to a 12-year-old planning mass shootings. Additionally, foreign spies are targeting Australia’s AUKUS partnership to gather intelligence and undermine alliances. ASIO remains vigilant against these security threats.

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Feb 19, 2025 - 18:04

Australian spy boss says 3 foreign governments plotted to harm people in Australia

Australia’s spy agency ASIO uncovered three foreign governments plotting to harm individuals in the country, intervening to prevent attacks. It also disrupted a cyber unit targeting US and Australian infrastructure and alerted US authorities to a 12-year-old planning mass shootings. Additionally, foreign spies are targeting Australia’s AUKUS partnership to gather intelligence and undermine alliances. ASIO remains vigilant against these security threats.