British Man Sentenced for Attempted Russian Spying

Simon Phillips, a British man, was sentenced to eight years for attempting to spy for Russia. He tried to provide sensitive information, including Defense Secretary Grant Shapps details, to Russian agents. Phillips actions were deemed a grave threat to national security. Justice Bobbie Cheema-Grubb described him as a narcissist, motivated by money. Shapps, the former Defense Secretary, expressed shock and concern over the personal betrayal. The conviction serves as a warning to anyone considering espionage for Russia.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.