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Soldier's Fake Intel Endangers Zaghari-Ratcliffe
A former British soldier is accused of endangering Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe by sending fake intelligence documents to Iran, while also facing charges for escaping prison.
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Royal Corps Of SignalsMinistry Of Defence
Daniel KhalifeNazanin Zaghari-RatcliffeJames Cleverly
- What other charges is Khalife facing?
- Khalife's trial is ongoing, and he denies charges under the Official Secrets Act and Terrorism Act, including accusations of a bomb hoax. The prosecution presented evidence found in his room, including numerous fake documents.
- What charges has Daniel Khalife pleaded guilty to?
- Daniel Khalife, a former British soldier, pleaded guilty to escaping prison. He is accused of passing fabricated intelligence documents to Iran, one of which potentially endangered Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe.
- What is Khalife's defense regarding the fake documents?
- Khalife claims he created fake documents to pose as a double agent, hoping to gain the Iranians' trust. The prosecution argues his actions were reckless and could have had severe consequences for Zaghari-Ratcliffe.
- What were the circumstances surrounding Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe's detention in Iran?
- Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, a British-Iranian woman, was detained in Iran for six years before her release in March 2022. The charges against her involved an alleged plot to overthrow the Iranian government.
- What was the content of the document allegedly sent to Iranian agents regarding Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe?
- The document Khalife allegedly sent to Iranian agents claimed the British government wouldn't negotiate Zaghari-Ratcliffe's release without paying a debt, potentially impacting her situation.