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Data Breach Exposes 3,700 Afghan Resettlers' Info in UK

8/16/2025

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Story summary

A data breach has exposed personal information of approximately 3,700 Afghans resettled in the UK.
This follows a prior incident affecting nearly 19,000 individuals.
The UK government asserts there is no safety threat, despite criticism over security failures.
Political figures are demanding an independent investigation into the breaches.

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Story summary

A data breach has exposed personal information of approximately 3,700 Afghans resettled in the UK.
This follows a prior incident affecting nearly 19,000 individuals.
The UK government asserts there is no safety threat, despite criticism over security failures.
Political figures are demanding an independent investigation into the breaches.