All articles tagged with #mi6
Originally Published 27 days ago — by PBS
The head of Britain's MI6 spy agency, Blaise Metreweli, warns that Putin is stalling peace negotiations with Ukraine and employing tactics that test Western defenses, including cyberattacks and disinformation, aiming to subjugate Ukraine and challenge NATO, amid ongoing diplomatic efforts to resolve the conflict.
Originally Published 27 days ago — by ABC News
The new MI6 chief warns that Russia, under Putin, aims to export chaos globally, posing unpredictable security threats to the UK, emphasizing the importance of technological and human intelligence to counter hybrid threats from Russia, Iran, and China amid ongoing geopolitical tensions and conflicts.
Originally Published 28 days ago — by CNN
Blaise Metreweli, the first female head of MI6, warns that the UK faces a pervasive threat from Russia and other hostile actors, emphasizing the importance of technological mastery and human agency in national security amidst a complex, tech-mediated threat landscape.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by UNILAD
UK MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore warns that Russia under Putin is not interested in peace and is misjudging Ukraine's strength, raising fears of escalation towards WW3 amid recent comments from Trump and ongoing conflict.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by UNITED24 Media
Outgoing MI6 chief Richard Moore criticized Vladimir Putin for overestimating Russia's chances in Ukraine, warning that his miscalculations are leading Russia toward decline and that Putin is not genuinely prepared for peace talks, instead buying time and risking his country's future.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
The outgoing head of MI6, Sir Richard Moore, stated that there is no evidence Putin seeks peace in Ukraine and accused him of lying to the world, emphasizing Russia's failed attempts to subjugate Ukraine and the strengthening of Ukrainian national identity. Moore also announced a new MI6 dark web portal to recruit agents and highlighted UK-US security collaborations.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by ABC News
The head of Britain's MI6 states there is no evidence that Vladimir Putin wants to negotiate peace in Ukraine, accusing him of trying to impose his will and underestimating Ukrainian resilience, while emphasizing the war's impact on Ukrainian identity and NATO expansion.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by BBC
MI6 is launching a dark web portal called Silent Courier to attract and recruit spies, especially from Russia, by providing a secure communication platform, following similar efforts by the CIA, to enhance national security amid increasing global threats.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by BBC
The Afghan data breach is a significant security incident, exposing thousands of names including British operatives and vulnerable Afghans, potentially endangering lives and compromising intelligence operations, with adversaries like Russia and China possibly in possession of the leaked information. UK agencies have had nearly two years to mitigate risks, but the threat to Afghan allies remains high, especially from Taliban retribution.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The New York Times
Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the first female chief of MI6 in its 116-year history, marking a historic milestone for the UK's foreign intelligence service. She has been a career member of MI6 for over 30 years and previously served as the director general of technology and innovation, known as Q. She will succeed Richard Moore as the agency's chief this fall.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NPR
Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the first female chief of Britain's MI6, marking a historic milestone for the agency, which handles overseas intelligence. She succeeds Richard Moore and will take on her new role in the autumn, amid ongoing global security challenges from various state and non-state actors.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC News
Britain's MI6 has appointed Blaise Metreweli as its first female chief, marking a historic milestone for the agency, which faces increasing global security challenges from cyber threats and state actors like China and Russia.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Washington Post
Blaise Metreweli has been appointed as the first woman to lead MI6, marking a historic milestone for the UK intelligence agency amid ongoing global conflicts and threats, with her extensive experience in technology and Middle East operations. She succeeds Richard Moore and aims to strengthen UK intelligence efforts during a period of international tension.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The Guardian
Frederick Forsyth, renowned author of thrillers like The Day of the Jackal and a former MI6 agent, has died at age 86. His career spanned journalism, intelligence work, and bestselling novels characterized by meticulous research and realistic plots, influencing the thriller genre worldwide. Forsyth's life included service in the RAF, journalism, intelligence, and a prolific writing career with over 75 million books sold. He was celebrated for his detailed storytelling and contributions to literature and security insights.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The US Sun
MI6 spies are supporting Ukraine's covert operations against Russia, drawing inspiration from Winston Churchill's WWII tactics. Spy chief Sir Richard Moore emphasized the importance of intelligence in countering Vladimir Putin's nuclear threats and aggression. He warned that a Russian victory in Ukraine could embolden other adversaries like China and Iran, posing a greater threat to global security. Moore also criticized Russian espionage activities in Europe and highlighted the ongoing risks from radicalized terrorists due to Middle Eastern conflicts.