UK Reveals Alleged Crimes by Diplomats with Immunity

Nine serious offences reported in 2023, including sexual assault and child cruelty.

Foreign diplomats in the UK allegedly committed nine serious crimes in 2023, according to a government report.
Offences include sexual assault by a Libyan, indecent exposure by a Portuguese, and child cruelty by a Singaporean.
The UK Foreign Office requests immunity waivers from foreign governments to facilitate investigations into serious allegations.
Unpaid congestion charges by diplomatic missions in London exceed £152 million, with the US embassy owing over £15 million.
Saudi Arabia leads in unpaid parking fines, contributing £196,000 to the nearly £1.5 million total owed by diplomats.