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Sabotage and secret identities: Russia’s spy network

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Espionage and Emotion: The KGB's Human Side

This chapter delves into the intricate dynamics of the KGB's spy network, emphasizing the recruitment of female agents and the emotional toll on operatives and their families. Through personal stories of children discovering their parents' espionage activities, it reveals the psychological challenges linked to secret identities and the impact of changing times on intelligence operations. The narrative also examines how modern technology and social media are reshaping espionage in an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape.

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