An assassination attempt on Australian soil is a real possibility as foreign governments have grown more willing to do harm, the nation's intelligence boss has warned.

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At least three nations are willing and capable of attempting an assassination in Australia, Australian Security Intelligence Organisation director-general Mike Burgess revealed at the 2025 Lowy Lecture on Tuesday night.

"There is a realistic possibility a foreign government will attempt to assassinate a perceived dissident in Australia," he said.

"This threat is real."

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