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Richard Holmes Forensic Investigations Editor |
An investigation by The Telegraph has uncovered a new threat to Britain.
Iran is using smuggling corridors it built two decades ago to move guns and cash through the Middle East. These same routes – now extending into Europe – are being used to move people Iran believes it can activate inside Britain.
In explicit terms, Iranian officials have told us they could “easily make London unsafe” if they chose to.
They claimed to have operatives already in place, “walking in and out of government offices”, ready to act on Tehran’s command.
The threat came as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps threatened to strike RAF bases used by US forces in Donald Trump’s war with Iran.
Our investigation reveals how Unit 700 of the Quds Force runs and franchises these trafficking networks, with smugglers themselves admitting that Tehran-controlled routes funnel operatives alongside migrants.
What emerges is not a blueprint for James Bond tradecraft, but something potentially more dangerous: cheap, deniable and already built into the fabric of organised crime stretching from Tehran to London.
This investigation is available only to subscribers.
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Nigel Farage speaks to Annabel Denham at Reform HQ |
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Annabel Denham Senior Political Commentator |
The security measures in Reform’s headquarters – metal detectors, tough-looking guards at reception, bullet–resistant glass – are impossible to ignore. Though I find them faintly unnerving, Nigel Farage just shrugs. The Reform leader is unfazed, saying he has accepted he will have to live the rest of his life in danger.
Since I was last there at the start of the year, the party has recorded 1,577 threats against Farage, of which nearly 600 were death threats.
For a politician whose greatest asset is visibility, this presents a dilemma. Farage has spent the past three decades not behind lecterns but in pubs, village halls and on high streets. He’s racked up “20,000 steps” a day and has the tan to prove it.
Farage has called a by-election he insists will allow voters to deliver their verdict on his fitness for high office. He also insists this is not a ploy to distract from Reform’s finances or Labour’s comeback.
Labour, the Conservatives and the Liberal Democrats have all refused to field candidates, calling it a “gimmick”. Farage’s version of events is rather different. It’s not a “farce”, it’s democracy. If the “establishment” wants scrutiny, he is submitting himself to the voters. “And if those voters really think I’m a crook or a bad dude, they can get rid of me.”
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When I was raped by my neighbour of 30 years, I was forced to move 40 miles away to feel safe, writes Angela Wright. Barely three years into his sentence, an unexpected call from the Parole Board delivered a fresh blow: my attacker was slated for early release. Andy Burnham’s decision to temporarily halt the scheme has done nothing to free me from my turmoil. Continue reading ➤ |
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Sean McCann swam for Scotland in the 400m freestyle final at the 2023 Youth Commonwealth Games |
In the 19 years since their eldest daughter disappeared, Madeleine McCann’s parents have long resolved to provide as much normality as possible for their younger twins, Sean and Amelie. Sean, who was two when Madeleine went missing in Portugal, has grown up to become one of Scotland’s best long-distance swimmers. Today, he will compete at the Commonwealth Games. Continue reading ➤ |
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One in five pupils is now classed as having special educational needs, pushing annual costs towards £13bn. Yet front-line staff face an impossible battle distinguishing genuine medical disorders from pupils simply playing up. As disruptive behaviour is routinely attributed to conditions such as ADHD, teachers warn that diagnostic labels are increasingly being used to excuse poor discipline. Continue reading ➤ |
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Mel Fallowfield was quoted £7,500 by professionals to clear her mother’s home |
When my mother died, five months after being diagnosed with aggressive acute myeloid leukaemia, my two siblings and I were left with the gargantuan task of clearing the home she had lived in for 42 years, writes Mel Fallowfield. As agonising as it was onerous, the clearout left me certain of one thing – it was time to ruthlessly declutter my own home. Continue reading ➤ |
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The Smiths perform This Charming Man in 1983 |
It’s 20 years since Britain’s greatest music show came to an end. Chris Harvey spent much of his youth glued to the television on Friday (and then Thursday) nights, and here picks the greatest performances from the archives, as well as some of the worst. Expect men in tights, moonwalking and more. Continue reading ➤ |
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Vascular surgeon Emma Wilton at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford |
As Britain bakes in its third and longest heatwave of the summer, you may notice swollen ankles or have heavier, achier legs, which could signal chronic venous disease. At the very least, the heat can cause aches and pains, but at its most serious, it can lead to deadly clots. Emma Wilton, a consultant vascular surgeon, explains how to reduce your risk. Continue reading ➤ Here is another article that I hope you’ll find helpful this morning:
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Do you have plans for this weekend? Whether you’re staying in or going out, we’ve got you covered. Every week, Diana Henry, The Telegraph’s award-winning cookery writer, brings you three recipes for a perfect weekend meal. Meanwhile, William Sitwell shares his view from the culinary world – and a recommendation or two.
If you’re staying in...
Melon with goat’s curd, red wine and lavender dressing |
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Diana Henry Food writer |
I love writing this column every week as it means I focus on what I am going to cook in my own kitchen. For me this is a blessed time as the weather is still summery but cool enough to do proper cooking. These dishes add up to my love of France and a Sunday lunch that you don’t have to slave over in order to impress everyone.
I had a melon dish – melon with goat’s curd and lavender dressing – in Provence one year and loved how the components worked together. Goat’s curd isn’t always easy to find, but you can easily replace it with a creamy goat’s cheese. You will probably find that a neighbour has lavender – honestly, it’s everywhere – but use fresh rosemary if you can’t lay your hands on any.
Roast sea bass with fennel and anise aioli |
A whole fish always inspire people. It seems grand but it’s just a fish that’s been baked. If you pay attention to the temperature and the timings you can’t go wrong. In this seabass with fennel and anise aioli you’re able to lift portions of the flesh from the bone and serve it to everyone at the table. The anise aioli can be made the day before.
If there are anise haters among your friends, make garlic mayonnaise instead. I don’t bother with potatoes for this but serve it with ciabatta or a baguette instead, and either roast tomatoes or peppers for a lovely addition.
Roasted peaches with praline cream |
Another dish you can make on Saturday for serving on Sunday is roasted peaches with praline cream. Nectarines are just as good as peaches if that is all you can get. If you make the praline cream ahead of time, add a little milk to let it down when it comes out of the fridge.
A pre-lunch drink? Definitely a Kir made with white wine, or you can use rosé wine with crème de cassis to make a Kir médocain.
Find me here every Saturday and in my Recipes newsletter, which you can sign up to here.
If you’re eating out, make sure that your children behave. William Sitwell’s column this week looks at a San Francisco restaurateur’s controversial ban on loud children.
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William Sitwell |
You You Xue had had enough. It was a scream too many, a yell that came on top of an unruly run-around and a little light ragging. So the 28-year-old owner of Chez Xue, a restaurant in the San Francisco Bay Area, added a note to the top of his menu.
“Please control your children. Chez Xue is a family-friendly restaurant. However, we are not a playground. Please ensure children REMAIN SEATED at all times and respectful of fellow guests and the dining environment. Running around, shouting, making noise with utensils, etc WILL NOT BE TOLERATED.”
The chap has my full support, and I’d like to add a similar note to the top of my menu at The White Hart, Wiveliscombe in West Somerset, or, better still, on the boards outside.
Since it’s impossible to make money in the restaurant or pub business, we owners might as well rule our own roosts and clamp down on appalling behaviour. Those who disagree can make haste to the nearest Golden Arches while my beloved and civilised guests can rest assured we are a haven of tranquillity and civilisation.
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Campsite carbonaraWhile Orlando Bird, our loyal reader correspondent, is away, Joe Burgis is on hand to share an off-piste topic that has brought out the best of your opinions and stories. Joe writes...
As my son turns one and I gear up to hand over all my money to a nursery, I’ve been thinking about how I can do nice things – like going on holiday – more cheaply. Swapping a hotel for a tent is an obvious solution, so I was pleased to find that Anna Shepherd had compiled nine essential food rules for camping.
Readers were quick to add to Anna’s helpful list. I was particularly impressed with Matthew T Sullivan’s claims: “You can create healthy meals on a camp stove. I’ve made risotto, stir-fries, spaghetti carbonara and nice omelettes. Always plan for emergencies with cans and packets if possible. I’ve made spam bolognese a few times. Surprisingly tasty.”
Stuart Stevenson was a little less enthusiastic: “Having endured camping on only a very few occasions, I know it’s not for me. I prefer to stay at home with the comforts and conveniences I’ve worked for.
“If you really must go, then a case of baked beans and a tin opener are sufficient. Beans can be eaten hot or cold, and provide plenty of energy. If everyone is eating only baked beans, there can be no complaints. For a treat, have a tin of rice pudding. Again, this can be eaten hot or cold.”
My mouth was beginning to water as I read Arthur Pewty’s suggestion: “Take plastic containers for marinating meat, wooden skewers, fresh veg, boil-in-the-bag rice, plus chicken, lamb or beef. You can use shop-bought marinades or make them yourself if you have the skill. This ensures a tasty main dish is prepared ahead of time.”
It soon dried up again as I considered Edward Harding’s: “Take a King Pot Noodle or similar, pop it into a sealable waterproof food bag, add boiling water when required and eat from the bag. Minimal mess, no washing up (you lick your spork clean). It takes up hardly any space in your backpack, and weighs very little.”
I am inclined to agree with William Kimble that one requirement towers above all others: “My top tips: noise‑cancelling headphones; a big cool box packed with ice and beer; a hot‑water bottle; a camp bed; a headtorch; and cheap Crocs. Above all else, a great pub within walking distance.” That’s all from me for this week, folks. I’ll be back on Monday to bring you the best Telegraph talking points. In the meantime, you can contact me here. |
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Welcome to Andrew Baker’s Saturday quiz. Test your knowledge below to see if you have you been paying attention to our newsletters this week...
1. Jane Shilling is happy to admit that she has never done what?
2. Which condiment has Orlando Bird declared “an abomination”?
3. How did the King and Queen arrive at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow?
4. Where will you find the original Kermit the Frog, and a Space Shuttle?
5. Our Health team revealed that a threat to brain health may be lurking in our kitchen cupboards. What is it?
Find as many words as you can in today’s Panagram, including the nine-letter solution. Visit Telegraph Puzzles to play a range of head-scratching games, including The 1% Club, Cogs, and Quick, Mini or Cryptic Crosswords.
Yesterday’s Panagram was CHIROPODY. Come back tomorrow for the solution to today’s puzzle.
Plus, can you tackle The 1% Club? Scroll down to see if you got the questions right – and play for free on our website and app.
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1446 | Foundation stone is laid for King’s College Chapel in Cambridge by Henry VI
1795 | Another foundation stone is laid, this time for the Pontcysyllte Aqueduct in Wales
1966 | Brian Jones’ final performance as a Rolling Stone
1981 | Chaos as rugby match between Waikato and South Africa is abandoned because of a kamikaze plane threat and anti-apartheid protesters (and our front page coverage the following day, seen below)
Birthdays: James Lafferty (41), Gareth Thomas (52), Matt LeBlanc (59)
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Thank you for reading. Have a fulfilling day and I hope to see you tomorrow. Chris Evans, Editor
P.S. Please send me your thoughts on this newsletter. You can email me at fromtheeditor@telegraph.co.uk. |
Quiz answers:
- Read The Odyssey
- Piccalilli
- In Dr Who’s Tardis
- The Smithsonian Institution in Washington
- Biscuits
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