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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 4d

On this weeks Espresso Martini:

Trump & Hegseth’s Quantico culture war, MI6’s dark-web “Silent Courier,” a SIM-card farm tied to swatting, and how the US shutdown hits the intel world.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 7h

Why cover isn't just for spies

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Why cover isn't just for spies | Cape Capital

Former British intelligence operative Julian Fisher believes that everyone has the skills to act like a spy – and make life-changing human connections in the process.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 9h

Florida man accused of intentionally starting fire that destroyed Pacific Palisades

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Florida man accused of intentionally starting fire that destroyed Pacific Palisades

Jonathan Rinderknecht accused of intentionally starting fire that destroyed Pacific Palisades

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 9h

An investigation is underway after intruders cut through a wire fence at the Royal Artillery Barracks in Larkhill

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Police investigate breach at Larkhill Army base

Intruders have cut through a wire fence at the barracks in Larkhill, stealing what officials described as a “large quantity” of fuel from a civilian contractor on site, according to LBC.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 12h

Al-Shamie pledged allegiance to 'IS' in 999 call

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Jihad Al-Shamie pledged allegiance to 'Islamic State' in 999 call

Police confirm the attacker made the call after he crashed his car into a brick wall.

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The former FBI director became the subject of Trump's ire when he investigated Russian interference in the 2016 election.

James Comey Pleads Not Guilty To Lying To Congress After Shock Indictment

The former FBI director became the subject of Trump's ire when he investigated Russian interference in the 2016 election.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 1d

Good overview piece by @yarotrof.bsky.social for the Wall Street Journal about the current state of play with the War in Gaza

“After Two Years of War, Israel Is Stronger—and More Isolated—Than Ever”

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After Two Years of War, Israel Is Stronger—and More Isolated—Than Ever

The war in Gaza has spurred a global backlash that threatens Israel’s long-term prospects.

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Yaroslav Trofimov @yarotrof.bsky.social · 17d

Bad news for Ukraine. Lapin was its secret weapon.

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⚡️ Russia's 'good-for-nothing' general reportedly dismissed after Ukraine blunders.

Russian Colonel General Alexander Lapin has long been associated with battlefield setbacks since 2022.

Russia's 'good-for-nothing' general reportedly dismissed after Ukraine blunders

Russian Colonel General Alexander Lapin has long been associated with battlefield setbacks since 2022.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 1d

'Our happy life turned into hell,' says released hostage as Israel marks 7 October anniversary

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'Our happy life turned into hell,' says released hostage as Israel marks 7 October anniversary - live updates

Meanwhile indirect talks between Israel and Hamas aimed at securing a deal to end the war in Gaza are continuing in Egypt.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 1d

German mayor critically injured in stabbing attack, police say

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German mayor critically injured in stabbing attack, police say

Chancellor Friedrich Merz says

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Dr. Michael MacKay @michaelmackay.bsky.social · 2d

Russians hitting their own …

Russian air defence struck an apartment building in Bilhorod.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 2d

No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case

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No 10 denies government involved in collapse of China spying case

Downing Street says the CPS decision to drop charges was made

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 2d

British parts found in Russian drones, Zelensky says

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British parts found in Russian drones, Zelesnky says

The Ukrainian leader says British-made microcomputers were used in weapons launched at Ukraine this weekend.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 2d

Israel and Hamas begin indirect talks in Egypt on Trump's Gaza peace plan

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Israel and Hamas begin indirect talks in Egypt on Trump's Gaza peace plan

The talks are expected to be among the most consequential since the start of the war two years ago.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 2d

She is an odd one. Fawned over Putin back in the day. Who knows what she is on with this commentary.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 3d

Five killed in large Russian missile and drone attack, Zelensky says

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Five killed in large Russian missile and drone attack, Zelensky says

Russia says it carried out an overnight strike on Ukrainian military and infrastructure targets.

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Matt Fulton @mattfulton.net · 3d

Our latest Espresso Martini on @secretsandspies.bsky.social: We talked about Hegseth’s culture war TED talk at Quantico, the Secret Service disrupting an NYC SIM farm, the shutdown’s impact on the IC, and MI6’s new virtual dead drop

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 3d

U.S. To Give Ukraine Intel For Attacks On Critical Energy Targets In Russia: Reports

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U.S. To Give Ukraine Intel For Attacks On Critical Energy Targets In Russia: Reports

The move comes as Washington considers the transfer of longer-range weapons to Ukraine, including Tomahawk cruise missiles. The move comes as Washington considers the transfer of longer-range weapons ...

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 3d

In a recent debate in the Scottish Parliament, former Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard has once again made incorrect claims about American control over the Trident missile system.

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Former Scottish Labour leader pushes Trident misinformation

In a recent debate in the Scottish Parliament, former Scottish Labour leader Richard Leonard has once again made incorrect claims about American control over the Trident missile system.

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Anton Gerashchenko @antongerashchenko.bsky.social · 3d

Massive Russian missile and drone attack on #Ukraine last night. Russia used different types of cruise missiles, Kinzhal missiles and drones on Ukrainian energy infrastructure and civilian objects. Western regions of Ukraine were under the most intense attack.

◾️Lviv and Lviv region: massive attack.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 3d

Status Of Venezuela’s Air Defense Capabilities

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Status Of Venezuela’s Air Defense Capabilities

Growing tensions in the Caribbean could lead to a confrontation between U.S. combat aircraft and Venezuela’s hodgepodge of air defense systems. Growing tensions in the Caribbean could lead to a confro...

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 4d

FBI agent suspended over refusal to 'perp walk' former director

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FBI agent suspended over James Comey perp walk plans

FBI leadership is reportedly in discussions to stage a showy arrest of the bureau's former director next week.

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Mark Chadbourn @chadbourn.bsky.social · 4d

Norwegian F-35s have been deployed to patrol Polish airspace.

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Mᴇʟ Коваль 🇺🇦 @britishmotanka.bsky.social · 4d

Veteran Fund (Ветеранський фонд) 24/7 toll-free crisis support hotline for veterans and their families 🇺🇦 0800 33 20 29

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Mᴇʟ Коваль 🇺🇦 @britishmotanka.bsky.social · 4d

I read this earlier and it's sad that he felt he couldn't go on after the enormous effort it will have taken to recover from such a serious injury 🖤🕯️

Here are some numbers to help

Combat Stress Veterans mental health charity. They run a 24-hour helpline; free & confidential 🇬🇧 Call 0800 138 1619

Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 5d

Captain Ned Harris, Coldstream officer who fought gallantly with the International Legion in Ukraine

(RIP Captain Harris)
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Captain Ned Harris, Coldstream officer who fought gallantly with the International Legion in Ukraine

Captain “Ned” Harris, who has died aged 40, was a former Coldstream Guards officer who fought in Ukraine alongside the International Legion.

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Secrets & Spies Podcast: Current Affairs | Intelligence @secretsandspies.bsky.social · 4d

Shock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace plan

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Shock in Gaza as Trump appears to welcome Hamas response to US peace plan

Hamas agreed to release the hostages and to the idea of handing over governing Gaza to Palestinian technocrats, but did not give a clear response to many other elements.