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Briefing: How MI5 gets into the minds of young terrorists

Strategic angle: Behavioural scientists see an increasing caseload of children at risk of being radicalised online

Editorial StaffMarch 27, 20261 MIN READ

Recent reports indicate that MI5 is focusing on understanding the psychological factors that contribute to youth radicalization, particularly in online environments.

The increase in cases involving children suggests a need for more robust frameworks to identify and mitigate risks associated with digital platforms.

As MI5 adapts its methodologies, the implications for infrastructure and operational capacity in counter-terrorism efforts are significant, necessitating a reevaluation of resource allocation.