Why are so many spies getting busted?
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The Complexities of Espionage: Informants, Risks, and Breaches
This chapter examines the troubling trend of compromised informants linked to intelligence agencies, highlighting the diverse nature of these sources and the increasing capabilities of rival nations. It discusses the ethical dilemmas posed by commission-based incentive structures within organizations like the CIA and reflects on how technological advancements and human motivations underpin current vulnerabilities. Additionally, it raises concerns about potential government collusion and the impact of internal conflicts on the integrity of intelligence operations.
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