Some ask whether the shake-up risks disrupting the agencies’ operations and is political in nature.
Tag: Espionage and Intelligence Services
U.K. Spy Chief Warns of Growing Russia Threat in Europe
In her first public speech as head of MI6, Blaise Metreweli said Russia was attempting to export chaos to Europe through hybrid attacks and disinformation.
Pakistan’s Ex-Spy Chief Sentenced to Prison After Court-Martial
Lt. Gen. Faiz Hameed, an ally of the former prime minister, Imran Khan, once led Pakistan’s powerful Inter-Services Intelligence agency.
Danish Intelligence Report Raises Concerns About Shifts in US Policy Under Trump
A new document cites Washington’s shifting strategic priorities and growing pressure on allies under President Trump as sources of uncertainty for Denmark.
Why Russian Spies Are Using Mexico to Target the U.S.
American officials pleaded with Mexico to expel two dozen Russian spies posing as diplomats operating in Mexico. Their concerns were dismissed.
The U.S. Gave Mexico a List of Russian Spies. Mexico Let Them Stay.
Moscow has ramped up covert operations in Mexico, with spies meeting handlers in its bustling capital and seaside resorts, U.S. officials say.
He Was a Russian Activist in Exile. His Own Wife Accused Him of Spying.
Poland has charged a little-known Russian opposition figure with espionage and participating in a bomb plot. His friends are perplexed.
Amid Russian Sabotage, U.K. Points Finger at Putin Over Novichok Death
A British woman died from exposure to a nerve agent because of a botched assassination plot that the Russian leader must have authorized, an official report found.
Europe Wants to Get the Word Out: Russia Is to Blame for Sabotage
Officials are accusing Russia of smaller-scale assaults. President Vladimir V. Putin sought to turn the tables, saying that if Europe were to start a war, Russia is ready.
For Shooting Suspect, a Long Path of Conflict From Afghanistan to America
Rahmanullah Lakanwal was among the Afghans who came to the United States after the Taliban takeover of Afghanistan. Earlier, he served in a paramilitary unit that worked with U.S. forces.