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A think tank devoted to securing our societies and advancing the free world. Website: henryjacksonsociety.org

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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 30/07/2025
This week, @mrandrewfox.bsky.social was one of the first external observers allowed into Gaza to witness humanitarian aid distribution first-hand. Tomorrow, Andrew will share what he saw and offer an informed view of the situation on the ground. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
Our latest report ‘A New Playbook: Making Sanctions More Effective’ by Dr Helena Ivanov and Dr Theo Zenou explores how to adapt and strengthen Western sanctions for a more resilient and rules-based global order. henryjacksonsociety.org/publications...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 29/07/2025
With President Trump threatening new sanctions unless Russia agrees to a ceasefire, the spotlight is back on the West’s favourite pressure tool. But do sanctions actually work as intended? Join us online this week to find out more. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 28/07/2025
With Iranian sleeper cells under renewed scrutiny after recent UK arrests, how real is the threat of Tehran-backed covert attacks in the West? Join us online to assess the risks and discuss how intelligence services can detect and disrupt these threats. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/sleepe...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 22/07/2025
Join us next week to launch our latest report exploring how to make sanctions sharper, smarter, and more effective to better serve democratic values and global security. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 18/07/2025
'This leak is symptomatic of the fact that the system that was put in place after Afghanistan wasn't really fit for purpose.' @mrandrewfox.bsky.social on the Afghan data leak exposing the identities of over 100 Britons—including MI6 officers and special forces. @bbcnewsnight.bsky.social
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
'One element of the new warfare is that Russia completely disregards the law of war and focuses fire on medical personnel.' ✍️ by @kirichenko.bsky.social for @cepa.org on how Ukraine is pioneering a new era of combat medicine in the face of brutal Russian tactics.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 16/07/2025
'The danger remains, and we should expect China to try and use the chips for military applications.' Dr Theo Zenou on the implications of President Trump’s decision to lift the ban on AI chip sales to China. @telegraphnews.bsky.social @matthfield.bsky.social www.telegraph.co.uk/business/202...
telegraph.co.uk
Trump’s Nvidia U-turn ‘will boost Chinese military’
President reverses ban on sale of AI microchips to Beijing
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 07/07/2025
Today marks 20 years since the horrific 7/7 London bombings, which killed 52 people and injured more than 700 others. We remember the victims, the survivors, and the extraordinary courage of the emergency services.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Our latest policy briefing, 'How to Proscribe the IRGC: Learning Comparative Lessons From Our Allies' offers a ready-to-implement strategy based on Sweden’s successful model, as cross-party MPs urge the UK Government to proscribe the IRGC. henryjacksonsociety.org/publications...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
Join us next week for a powerful discussion on defending liberal democracy, moral courage, and the lessons of history with acclaimed author, investor, and thought leader Richard Hurowitz. 🗓️ 8 July 11:00-12:00 📍 Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/in-con...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
'It's been 7 months and still 140,000 people were happy to go to the Square of Slavija to protest against the [Serbian] Government...by and large this is driven by the Government's response to the situation.' Dr Helena Ivanov speaks to the BBC.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 30/06/2025
'The students have walked, cycled and run across the country and across Europe—yet the regime has failed to fulfil their demands. Now, this definitely puts the regime under even more pressure.' Dr Helena Ivanov speaks to @financialtimes.com. www.ft.com/content/a609...
ft.com
Serbian president promises fresh crackdown after protest turns violent
Aleksandar Vučić pledges more arrests after detaining 77 people, the most in eight months of demonstrations
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 27/06/2025
'What we’re witnessing is the globalisation of authoritarian AI, and its fingerprints are increasingly present in international organisations tasked with writing the rules of digital governance.' ✍️ by M. Dane Waters for @capx.co. capx.co/chinas-artif...
capx.co
The West is being blindsided by Chinese AI
Chinese artificial intelligence is wreaking chaos around the world
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
Hong Kong has become a gateway for global sanctions evasion by arming authoritarian regimes and undermining the rule of law. Our panel will discuss how the UK and US should respond. 🗓️ Wednesday, 2 July at 17:00-18:30 📍 Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/closin...
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CFHK Foundation @thecfhk.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
🚨JOIN US: Wed July 2 for a panel on sanctions evasion in #HongKong - weapons & illicit finance to #Russia #Iran #NorthKorea How can UK & US tighten loopholes? Host: @coyleneil.bsky.social Speakers: @thecfhk.bsky.social's Shannon Van Sant, @theozenou.bsky.social&@marianizzero.bsky.social RSVP⬇️
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 26/06/2025
'The NATO Summit may have delivered short-term reassurance, but it has not resolved the underlying issue: the fragility of the relationship between Washington and Brussels.' ✍️ by Dr Helena Ivanov on transatlantic tensions following the 2025 NATO summit. www.eureporter.co/defence/nato...
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Europe at crossroads: Unite or be left behind?
And there we have it – the much-anticipated NATO 2025 Summit has drawn to a close. After prolonged disagreements between EU leaders and the current US administration, a deal has finally been struck: N...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 25/06/2025
Religiously motivated hate crimes in the UK are up 25% in the last year and traditional approaches are not working. Our latest report, 'The Gullible Brain,' explores how neuroscience can reshape public attitudes by literally rewiring the brain.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 24/06/2025
'Expect Moscow to go all-in this summer with unprecedented losses, as the dying empire is desperate to drag the world back into the 19th century.' @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @thehill.com on Russia's evolving drone capabilities. thehill-com.cdn.ampproject.org/c/s/thehill....
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Russia is waging a bloody summer offensive, ignoring Trump’s demands
Russia is expected to continue its meatgrinder assault on Ukraine, with the Kremlin believing it can prevail on the battlefield, while the U.S. has yet to enact sanctions against Russia.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
In Person and Online Event: 25 June 4pm. Discover how brain scans are reshaping politics. Join our speakers to explore neuropolitics—where neuroscience meets political strategy. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 23/06/2025
Online Report Launch: 24 June 4pm Following US strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites and growing fears of IRGC-backed terrorism on UK soil, our panel will discuss a step-by-step guide on proscribing the IRGC. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
Our recent report exposing the alarming rise of antisemitism on university campuses has been featured in @thetimes.com. www.thetimes.com/uk/media/art...
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Fast Show star ‘distraught’ after antisemitic post from stolen phone
Simon Day, 63, who was Competitive Dad and other characters in the BBC sketch show, apologised and said his social media accounts had been hacked
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 20/06/2025
'The fact now that the Iranian regime is volatile, it’s targeted, and it’s highly vulnerable—that’s what actually makes it increasingly dangerous to the West.' Middle East expert Barak Seener on how Iran’s Supreme Leader may seek to activate sleeper cells across the West. 🔗 to article in comments.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 19/06/2025
As tensions escalate between Iran and Israel, the threat of the IRGC remains. Join us online to explore how governments like Sweden’s have acted—and how Britain can follow with a clear, practical roadmap to IRGC proscription. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 18/06/2025
‘There’s always a chance that Iran might have something in its back pocket.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social on the latest exchange of missiles between Israel and Iran.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Join Mark Fullbrook, former Chief of Staff to the UK Prime Minister, and Professor Matt Qvortrup, author of our upcoming report, ‘The Gullible Brain,’ as they explore the rise of neuropolitics—a game-changing fusion of neuroscience and political strategy. henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
'Israel’s absolute penetration of Iran’s security environment and its total air supremacy over its enemy’s capital city should be understood as both a message and a warning.' ✍️ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social www.spiked-online.com/2025/06/17/i...
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Israel’s bold, and dangerous, gamble
The collapse of the Iranian regime is far from guaranteed.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
'While Ukraine’s conventional forces have earned headlines, it is the country’s intelligence services, particularly the Main Directorate of Intelligence, that are quietly waging a war in the shadows against Russia around the world.' @kirichenko.bsky.social nationalinterest.org/feature/why-...
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Why Russia Should Fear Ukraine’s Advanced Intelligence Network
Ukraine’s intelligence services, especially HUR and the SBU, have become globally formidable, conducting daring sabotage, assassinations, and cyber operations that reshape modern warfare and expose vu...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
Last week, HJS launched its latest report, 'China’s Use of AI and Its Negative Impact on the World' by M. Dane Waters. He warns how the CCP is weaponising AI to erode democracy, fuel disinformation, and consolidate China's political, economic and military power.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
'It is imperative that concerted diplomatic efforts are instituted to prevent further escalation of the conflict, and to restore peace, security and stability in this highly turbulent region.' Associate Fellow Bahram Ghiassee for @telegraphnews.bsky.social. www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2025/06...
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I’m a nuclear scientist. This is the significance of Israel’s airstrikes
It is imperative that concerted diplomatic efforts are instituted to prevent further escalation of the conflict
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 13/06/2025
'We have to remember that these regimes think in generations rather than in electoral cycles.' @mrandrewfox.bsky.social with @bbc5live.bsky.social on the future of the Iranian regime following Israeli airstrikes and the likeliness of rebuilding their nuclear capabilities.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 12/06/2025
Next week, join us for an expert-led discussion on the escalating clash between Trump and Harvard—and what it means for higher education, academic freedom, and the long term political fallout. 🗓️ Tuesday, 17 June at 4pm BST 📍 Online 🔗 to register in the comments.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
We are excited to announce that award-winning journalist and author @ianwil.bsky.social will join our panel discussion next week! Ian brings a wealth of experience reporting from China and across Asia. 🔗 to register in the comments.
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Center for European Policy Analysis @cepa.org · 04/06/2025
The Booming China-Russia Drone Alliance | "The Russia-China axis is expanding as engineers from both sides work side-by-side to produce lethal drone technology." @kirichenko.bsky.social
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The Booming China-Russia Drone Alliance
The Russia-China axis is expanding as engineers from both sides work side-by-side to produce lethal drone technology.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Join us for our upcoming report launch to discuss how the CCP’s use of AI is shaping a new model of digital authoritarianism. 🗓️ Tuesday, 10 June | 17:30–18:30 BST 📍In-person & online RSVP: henryjacksonsociety.org/event/report...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
'The attack highlighted Ukraine’s innovative use of military technologies and confirmed the country’s status as a world leader in the rapidly evolving art of drone warfare.’ @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...
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After Ukraine’s innovative airbase attacks, nowhere in Russia is safe
Ukraine carried out one of the most audacious operations in modern military history on June 1, using swarms of smuggled drones to strike four Russian airbases simultaneously and destroy a significant ...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
‘We have to remember that the Strategic Defence Review is where the Government wants to get to with defence… there are aspects of it that I really like.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social highlights the strengths of the 2025 SDR and how it offers a coherent vision of UK defence capabilities.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
We are honoured to welcome @chloecheung.bsky.social to speak at “Tiananmen Square: 36 Years On” in Parliament. Chloe faces a HK$1 million bounty from Hong Kong authorities. Undeterred, she continues to speak out for political prisoners and against Beijing’s crackdown. 🔗 to register in comments.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
Join us as we host @klausdodds.bsky.social and Alex Alfirraz Scheers alongside Dr. Theo Zenou for a discussion on the Arctic's future and why it matters for global trade, energy, and security. 🗓️ Monday, 9 June at 13:00 BST 📍 Online RSVP: henryjacksonsociety.org/event/online...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
‘[The Review] talked about the problem of firepower… but they haven’t addressed the shortage of personnel that we have in the military today.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social speaks to @news.sky.com following the release of the 2025 Strategic Defence Review.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
‘The Strategic Defence Review represents a turning point. However, a strategy is only as effective as the political will and public support that underpin it.' HJS Associate Research Fellow, @mrandrewfox.bsky.social, writes for LBC News on today's SDR. www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...
lbc.co.uk
Britain’s Strategic Defence Review is the most important in a generation
The upcoming Strategic Defence Review is the most significant in a generation.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
‘The UK needs to show leadership and ensure that our European allies get the message that [increased defence spending to NATO] is important and needs to happen.’ @mrandrewfox.bsky.social speaks to LBC News on the 2025 Strategic Defence Review.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 02/06/2025
We are pleased to announce that Wu’er Kaixi, a founder and key organiser of the 1989 Tiananmen Square student movement, will be joining us in Parliament this Thursday. 🗓️Thursday, 5 June at 11:15am 📍Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/parlia...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
This June marks 36 years since Tiananmen Square. Join us in Parliament alongside Rt Hon Sir Iain Duncan Smith MP to discuss the importance of democracy and the danger of autocratic regimes. 🗓️ Thursday, 5 June | 11:15am 📍 Houses of Parliament henryjacksonsociety.org/event/parlia...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
‘In a war defined by attrition and innovation, Ukraine must now come up with urgent solutions to counter Russia’s fiber optic drone fleet’. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...
atlanticcouncil.org
Fiber optic drones could play decisive role in Russia's summer offensive
Russia's emphasis on fiber optic drones is giving it a battlefield edge over Ukraine and may help Putin achieve a long hoped for breakthrough in his coming summer offensive, writes David Kirichenko.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
‘The evolution of automated drone combat in Ukraine should be a cautionary tale for the rest of the world about the future of warfare'. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @aifrontiers.bsky.social. www.ai-frontiers.org/articles/how...
ai-frontiers.org
How AI Is Eroding the Norms of War | AI Frontiers
David Kirichenko, May 27, 2025 — An unchecked autonomous arms race is eroding rules that distinguish civilians from combatants.
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
Our latest report, 'Disinformation on Campus: The Rise of Antisemitism and the Failure to Respond' by Dr Helena Ivanov reveals how UK universities have become breeding grounds for antisemitic disinformation post the October 7 attacks. Read coverage in The Times: www.thetimes.com/uk/religion/...
thetimes.com
Antisemitic claims ‘flourishing unchecked’ at universities
A report by Henry Jackson Society says increasing disinformation in lectures, seminars and class talks is a factor in hostility towards Jewish students
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
‘The idea that proscription is a primarily economic tool fails to recognise its value as a domestic counterterrorism measure’. Barak Seener writes for Conservative Home on the implications of the UK’s inaction towards proscribing the IRGC. conservativehome.com/2025/05/15/b...
conservativehome.com
Barak Seener: We have failed to prevent the IRGC from hostile activity on British soil | Conservative Home
As Kemi Badenoch looks to revitalise the party and define her policy platform, IRGC proscription is an opportunity to correct a misjudgement made under the previous government and clearly distinguish ...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
'For many years, it has been customary to view Ukraine as being almost entirely dependent on Western aid and know-how for its survival... In reality, today’s Ukraine is a drone superpower'. @kirichenko.bsky.social writes for @atlanticcouncil.bsky.social. www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/ukrain...
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Drone superpower: Ukrainian wartime innovation offers lessons for NATO
Today’s Ukraine is now a drone superpower with an innovative domestic defense industry that can provide its NATO allies with important lessons in the realities of twenty-first century warfare, writes ...
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Henry Jackson Society @hjs-org.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
‘If we can’t keep former terrorist group adherents out of the UK then we should at least give them a hostile return’. Dr Alan Mendoza writes for @lbc.co.uk on the dangerous precedent of British ISIS joiners re-entering the UK without consequences. www.lbc.co.uk/opinion/view...
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Allowing British ISIS joiners to return without consequences sends a chilling message to extremists
Allowing British ISIS joiners to return to the UK with no consequences sends a chilling message to extremists.
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