UK Defense Secretary Admits Errors in Handling Afghan Data Breach Incident
DEFENSE
Former UK Defense Secretary Ben Wallace acknowledged mistakes in handling a data breach that compromised the contact details of thousands of Afghans who assisted British forces. He criticized the negligence behind the incident, which was revealed after a High Court judge lifted a superinjunction in July 2024, and emphasized the importance of transparency in defense matters to enhance public understanding and support for military spending.

Jan 21, 2026, 4:47 PM