ASIO
Coverage of ASIO in the Nexus archive.
- IRGC agents lived in Australia before directing attacks on Jewish targets, spy chief says
IRGC agents resided in Australia prior to directing attacks on Jewish targets, according to a spy chief. An Australian in Iran plotted a Sydney arson attack, and a former resident led an attack in Melbourne. Tehran is described as viewing Australia as a 'legitimate target for covertly directed violence.'
- Australia spy chief warns of rising threat f Iran-backed terrorism
Australia's ASIO chief, Mike Burgess, warns that the Middle East conflict could increase violence from Iran-backed groups operating abroad. The statement highlights concerns about rising threats linked to Tehran-aligned terrorism.
- Australia news live: Asio warns politicians that internet-connected cars could be bugged; flood warnings after wild weather
ASIO has warned politicians and public servants to be cautious about discussions in internet-connected cars, which could be bugged. Flood warnings were issued in parts of New South Wales following heavy rainfall and potential flash flooding.