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17. ⁠Crossing the Iron Curtain: Revenge in Russia (Ep 4)

The Rest Is Classified

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The Tension of Espionage

This chapter delves into the psychological strain faced by a mole in Moscow as paranoia escalates amid fears of detection. It chronicles tense moments in the early 1980s when the mole must devise desperate measures to protect their identity while managing the risks of espionage. The intricate dynamics between the CIA and KGB are highlighted, revealing the constant danger of surveillance and the lengths operatives go to secure sensitive information.

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