Ex-Soldier Claims Prison Break Was Part of Double-Agent Plot

Daniel Khalife, accused of espionage for Iran, says his escape was to secure a safer detention and bolster his credibility as a double agent.

Daniel Khalife, 23, allegedly escaped from HMP Wandsworth by hiding under a food delivery truck, aiming to be moved to a high-security unit.
Khalife claims his prison break was motivated by fears for his safety among sex offenders and terrorists in Wandsworth Prison.
He told the court his actions were inspired by a character in the TV series Homeland, aiming to become a double agent for the UK.
Prosecutors allege he passed sensitive military information to Iran and staged a bomb hoax to facilitate his escape.
Khalife denies all charges, including espionage and terrorism-related offenses, with his trial set to continue on November 11.