KERA's Think Will allies still share intelligence with America?
Apr 29, 2025
David V. Gioe, a British Academy Global Professor and intelligence expert, dives deep into the evolving landscape of international intelligence sharing. He discusses how recent security breaches, like the Pentagon leak, have eroded trust among allies, posing risks to national security. Gioe highlights the vital role of seasoned leadership in restoring confidence in partnerships. He also explores the complexities of reciprocity in intelligence exchanges and the impact of political communication on global trust dynamics.
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Nature of Intelligence Liaison
- Intelligence liaison is a trusted sharing of clandestine information between countries.
- It is vital for national security and diplomatic relations but requires mutual trust.
Nixon's Intelligence Sharing Pause
- Nixon administration paused intelligence sharing with the UK due to policy divergence during the 1973 Yom Kippur War.
- The U.S. used intelligence sharing as leverage to express displeasure with Britain's neutral stance toward Israel.
Trump Admin's Intelligence Missteps
- Multiple intelligence missteps during Trump's administration undermined allies' trust.
- Examples include sharing sensitive intel with Russia and publicly revealing classified imagery.