Tag Archives: CIA

Statement by CIA Director Mike Pompeo on the Confirmation of Courtney Simmons Elwood as CIA General Counsel

Posted on June 9, 2017 by L

“I am thrilled that Courtney is joining our team, and I know she is excited to be working with us. We look forward to her swearing-in and first day on the job.” CIA Director Mike Pompeo In March 2017, Courtney … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — JUNE 8 2017

Posted on June 8, 2017 by L

Trump nominates lawyer Christopher Wray to lead FBI — Qatar: FBI says Russian hackers ‘planted fake news story’ that led to crisis – Analysis: Contractor charged with espionage presents political minefield for Trump — Senate Confirms Trump’s Pick for CIA’s Top … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — JUNE 6 2017

Posted on June 6, 2017 by L

Putin plays down ties with President Trump’s ex-adviser Flynn — Isis surrenders Iraqi hideout of leader Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi — CIA’s new Iran chief appointment-bad news for Iran-US ties — US Senate panel explores the EMP threat

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — JUNE 5 2017

Posted on June 5, 2017 by L

Belgium formally charges man in connection with Paris attacks — James Comey Senate testimony: America braces for a historic political moment — CIA Agent Ayatollah Mike’s Face Revealed: Iran’s View — Synthetic Biology and the Chem/Bio Threat

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The Glorious Amateurs: OSS Turns 75!

Posted on June 4, 2017 by L

“The CIA owes a debt of gratitude to the OSS and to Donovan, the charismatic leader and moving force behind it.” CIA Official website — June 1 2017 The Office of Strategic Services (OSS) is the precursor of today’s CIA. … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — June 4 2017

Posted on June 4, 2017 by L

C.I.A. Names the ‘Dark Prince’ to Run Iran Operations, Signaling a Tougher Stance — World heading towards ‘permanent cyber war’, France warns — Kabul blast: Deadly explosions at protest victim’s funeral — Jared Kushner’s redemptive mission threatened by tangled Russian … Continue reading →

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The long history of CIA involvement in the international narcotics trade — [Documentary]

Posted on May 28, 2017 by L

“US officials in Central America failed to address this drug issue for fear of jeopardising the war efforts against Nicaragua … and senior US policymakers were not immune to the idea that drug money was a perfect solution to the … Continue reading →

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INTEL TODAY DIARY — May 22 2017

Posted on May 22, 2017 by L

China crippled CIA by killing US sources — Michael Caputo to testify before the House intelligence committee over accusations of Russian meddling — Australia’s Cyber Security head rejects restrictions on intelligence agencies — India’s intelligence agencies helped in funding Kashmir separatists

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CIA : A Few Good Women — Jennifer Matthews ( December 6 1964 – December 30 2009 )

Posted on May 21, 2017 by L

“Those who fell yesterday were far from home and close to the enemy, doing the hard work that must be done to protect our country from terrorism. We owe them our deepest gratitude, and we pledge to them and their … Continue reading →

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SWEDEN — Julian Assange Case Dropped. Kind of…

Posted on May 20, 2017 by L

“Today is an important victory for me and for the UN’S human rights system. But it by no means erases the years of detention without charge in prison, under house arrest and almost five years here in this embassy without … Continue reading →

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