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• Aftermath Operation Midnight Hammer. What Iran Does Next

  Send us a textAftermath Operation Midnight Hammer: What Iran Does NextDescription:In this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson — retired CSIS Intelligence Officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network — unpacks the global fallout from Operation Midnight Hammer, the escalating grey-zone conflict with Iran, and the national security vulnerabilities now facing Canada.🇺🇸 Did the CIA just contradict the Pentagon on how badly Iran’s nuclear sites were hit?📞 Why did the FBI and DHS urgently brief U.S. governors after the strikes?⚖️ Are Iran’s new spy trials real counterintelligence wins — or political theatre?🪦 Were the executions of three alleged Mossad agents about justice — or intimidation?🕵️ Could the IRGC already have sleeper cells embedded in Canadian cities?🔐 Did Canada’s own spy agency improperly share private citizen data with foreign partners?💻 How did Chinese hackers from Salt Typhoon compromise a Canadian telecom provider?Plus: 🇨🇦 Don’t miss Neil’s guest appearance on the Canada Day episode of Spyscape’s True Spies podcast, airing July 1st — where he reveals covert meeting tradecraft in the episode “Cover of Darkness.”🎧 Tune in for critical insights, informed by 25 years on the front lines of intelligence and national security.🔗 Support the podcast:Patreon | Buzzsprout📚 Explore more at:www.globalintelligenceknowledgenetwork.com📅 Chapters00:00 – Introduction01:45 – CIA: Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Severely Damaged’ by U.S. Strikes06:00 – FBI, DHS Host Emergency Call with Governors After Iran Strike09:25 – Iran Moves to Punish ‘Spying’ as it Proclaims Victory Over Israel and the U.S.12:55 – Iran Executes Three Alleged Mossad Agents in Retaliatory Crackdown16:05 – Former CSIS Director Warns of Iranian Sleeper Cells in Canada19:05 – CSE Shared Canadians’ Data with Foreign Partners Without Proper Safeguards21:35 – Salt Typhoon: China-Linked Hackers Breach Canadian Telecom Infrastructure23:00 – Outro & Canada Day MessageSupport the show

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• Mossad Hits Iran. MI6 Breaks Barriers.

  Send us a text🕵️ Mossad Hits Iran, MI6 Breaks Barriers | Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up (June 20, 2025)🎙 Hosted by Neil Bisson, former CSIS Intelligence Officer & Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge NetworkWelcome to this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — your trusted source for expert analysis on the latest intelligence, espionage, and national security stories shaping our world.This week’s episode spans the globe:🇬🇧 Britain appoints its first-ever female chief of MI6 — breaking a 115-year streak of male spymasters.🇮🇱🇮🇷 Mossad releases rare video footage from deep inside Iran, highlighting Israel’s aggressive covert campaign.🇧🇷 Jair Bolsonaro faces allegations of politically directed surveillance using Brazil’s federal intelligence agency.🇷🇺🇨🇳 Russia shockingly accuses China of espionage — a rare public breach in their supposed "no-limits" alliance.🇨🇦 CSIS releases its 2024 Public Report, warning that Canada is now a primary target of foreign interference.🌐 And G7 leaders wrap their summit in Alberta by pledging to tackle migrant smuggling, sabotage threats, and AI-driven foreign interference.🔍 With over 25 years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil Bisson provides the context, insight, and national security perspective behind these headlines — and what they mean for Canadians and our allies.🔔 Subscribe now and stay ahead of the threat curve.📌 Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:30 – MI6 Appoints First Female ChiefBlaise Metreweli makes history as the first woman to lead the UK's foreign intelligence service. We examine her background and what this means for the future of MI6.05:10 – Mossad Strikes Inside IranIsrael’s spy agency releases covert footage of sabotage missions inside Iran — an unusual move that raises questions about deterrence and psychological warfare.09:40 – Bolsonaro Accused of Weaponizing IntelligenceNew allegations surface at the former Brazilian president’s coup trial, suggesting he used the country’s spy agency to monitor political opponents.13:30 – Iran Executes Alleged Mossad SpyIran hangs a dual-national accused of spying for Israel, just days after Mossad’s video release — signalling an escalation in the ongoing intelligence war.17:05 – Russia Accuses China of EspionageIn a stunning turn, Russia arrests Chinese nationals for spying, challenging the narrative of a tight Moscow–Beijing alliance. What does this mean for global power dynamics?21:25 – UK Vulnerable to Undersea Cable SabotageA British parliamentary report warns that China and Russia pose a serious threat to undersea internet infrastructure — and the UK is woefully unprepared.25:10 – CSIS Releases 2024 Public ReportCSIS sounds the alarm: Canada is a top-tier target for foreign interference, youth radicalization, and sabotage. We break down the key revelations.29:05 – G7 Summit Wraps in AlbertaG7 leaders pledge action on migrant smuggling, foreign interference, and AI regulation — signaling a more coordinated global approach to hybrid threats.32:30 – OutroFinal thoughts and a reminder to stay engaged, stay informed, and stay safe.💰 Support This PodcastEach episode of Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up is independently produced and funded — with no sponsors, no agendas, and no shortcuts. If you find value in the expert insight, analysis, and effort behind each episode, please consider supporting the show:👉 Buzzsprout – Stream and support directly👉 Patreon – One-time or ongoing contributionsYour support helps cover research, hosting, editing, and production costs — Support the show

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• CSIS foreign Operations Under Fire

  Send us a text🎙️ Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — June 6, 2025Hosted by Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS Intelligence OfficerThis week, the Canadian intelligence world is rocked by a stunning revelation: a CSIS operation was halted mid-mission—without proper authority—putting Canadian officers in serious danger. 🇨🇦 Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, MI5 is accused of lying to the courts to protect a violent informant. And that’s just the beginning.In this episode, Neil Bisson unpacks seven major stories that reveal how intelligence failures, political interference, lone-actor terrorism, and questionable leadership appointments are shaking public trust in national security institutions around the world.🔎 With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, Neil provides expert insights into each story, giving you the context and tradecraft perspective that mainstream headlines often miss.👇 Chapters & Questions Answered in this Episode 👇(00:00) Intro(01:35) CSIS Operation Halted Abroad➡️ What really happened when a CSIS mission was suddenly stopped overseas — and why did it put Canadian officers at risk?(07:05) ISIS-Linked CSIS Source and the Girls Smuggled into Syria➡️ Should CSIS be held responsible for using a source who reportedly worked with ISIS? What does this mean for human source risk management in intelligence?(13:30) Chinese Nationals Caught Smuggling Pathogen into U.S.➡️ Is this agroterrorism, academic negligence, or covert state-sponsored bio-surveillance? And why should Canada be concerned?(19:45) Terror Attack on Jewish Rally in Colorado➡️ What does this lone-actor attack reveal about the rise of antisemitic IMVE threats across North America?(25:15) Bill C-2: Canada’s Sweeping New Border Security Law➡️ Is this bill a national security upgrade — or a massive overreach into privacy and civil liberties?(29:30) Inexperienced 22-Year-Old Appointed to Lead U.S. Terrorism Office➡️ Can political loyalty replace real qualifications in national security roles — and what are the risks if it does?(32:45) MI5 Accused of Misleading the Courts to Protect a Neo-Nazi Informant➡️ Has MI5 crossed a red line — and what happens when a domestic spy agency loses the trust of the judiciary?📌 Don’t miss Neil’s final segment featuring an invitation to a June 11th event at the University of Ottawa featuring former CSIS professionals — details in the show notes!🎧 Like what you hear?👉 Subscribe and hit the bell to get notified when new episodes drop.👉 Share this with your friends and colleagues in the security, intelligence, and academic communities.👉 Support the podcast on Patreon or through Buzzsprout — every contribution helps sustain this work.🔗 More from Neil Bisson and the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network🌐 www.globalintelligencekn.com#NationalSecurity #CSIS #MI5 #IMVE #China #Agroterrorism #Espionage #BorderSecurity #Canada #IntelligenceAnalysisSupport the show

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• Transnational Repression: Is Canada Doing Enough?

  Send us a text🔍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | May 30, 2025Title: Sabotage in Cannes, NSC Purge in Washington, and China’s Transnational Repression in CanadaThis week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up delivers the sharpest analysis on the biggest national security, espionage, and foreign interference stories from around the world. Hosted by Neil Bisson, retired CSIS Intelligence Officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network, this 29-minute episode reveals how threats to democracy, sovereignty, and public safety are evolving faster than ever.🌐 In This Episode:Sabotage hits the Cannes Film Festival — a deliberate attack on soft targets raises questions about Western infrastructure vulnerabilities.Washington’s National Security Council gets gutted — over 100 staffers are purged in a political shake-up that could weaken America’s intelligence continuity.RCMP warns of rising violent extremism in Canada — with Jewish Canadians increasingly targeted, why is our terrorism threat level unchanged?New exposé reveals how China is escalating transnational repression against Canadian citizens, activists, and politicians.A year after promising a Foreign Influence Transparency Registry, Canada still has no commissioner, no timeline, and no enforcement.Germany charges three men with spying for Russia and plotting to kill a Ukrainian veteran — a chilling escalation in Russian espionage.India takes a bold step to block Chinese surveillance tech — demanding full access to CCTV source code to stop potential espionage.🧠 Whether you're in law enforcement, intelligence, academia, or just a citizen who cares about the world, this podcast offers the insights you won’t get from mainstream media.👇 Chapters:00:00 - Introduction01:30 - Sabotage at Cannes: A New Form of Hybrid Threat05:35 - NSC Shakeup: Over 100 US Staffers Purged10:40 - RCMP Flags Violent Extremism Threats in Canada15:52 - China’s Transnational Repression Targets Canadians21:06 - Canada’s Foreign Agent Registry Still Missing24:24 - Russian Espionage Plot Foiled in Germany26:53 - India Cracks Down on Chinese Surveillance Tech28:40 - Outro🔗 Links to Stories Discussed:Cannes Sabotage: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c4gel3g84q0oNSC Purge: https://www.cnn.com/2025/05/23/politics/national-security-council-administrative-leave-trumpRCMP Extremism Warning: https://nationalpost.com/opinion/terry-newman-canadas-terrorist-threat-too-great-for-jews-and-canadiansChina Targets Dissidents: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/china-targets-dissidents-canada-1.7543745Foreign Agent Registry Delay: https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/foreign-agent-registry-1.7540028Russia Spy Plot in Germany: https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/germany-charges-people-spying-russia-potentially-intent-kill-122272075India’s Crackdown on Chinese CCTV: Support the show

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• Russian Illegals in Brazil. UK Kneecaps Terrorist.

  Send us a text🔍 Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up | May 23, 2025🎧 Espionage | Sabotage | Radicalization | Counterintelligence | National Security | Spies | GeopoliticsThis week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up is an explosive deep dive into how modern espionage, youth radicalization, and political activism are reshaping global security. Hosted by Neil Bisson—retired CSIS Intelligence Officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network—this episode uncovers spy rings, sabotage plots, and unconventional threats that most headlines overlook.💥 From a Russian "spy factory" exposed in Brazil to teenage extremists in Germany...🎙️ From the CIA publicly recruiting Chinese officials to a rapper charged with terrorism in the UK...Each story delivers 🔑 actionable insight and top-secret level analysis you won’t hear anywhere else.🧠 Whether you're in public safety, national security, law enforcement—or just fascinated by the shadow world of intelligence—this episode is a must-listen.📌 What You'll Learn:Why the CIA's recruitment campaign could redefine spycraft in ChinaHow a popular YouTuber became a pawn in Indo-Pakistani espionageWhat the UK-Iran standoff reveals about diplomatic warfareWhy Canada must be alert to Russian sabotage operationsHow TikTok and Telegram are fueling right-wing youth extremismAnd why music stages are becoming new fronts in ideological conflict👇 Dive in and stay ahead of the curve.📖 Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:30 – CIA Calls on Chinese Officials to Spy10:32 – Indian Travel Vlogger Accused of Spying for Pakistan18:59 – UK-Iran Diplomatic Clash Over Espionage27:25 – Russian Sabotage Plot on Trial in Germany36:50 – Germany's Teen Terrorist Cell and Youth Radicalization45:23 – Russian 'Spy Factory' Uncovered in Brazil53:38 – Irish Rapper Charged with Terrorism in the UK1:00:34 – Outro👇 Links & Resources in the show notes👍 Like, Share & Subscribe for more weekly intelligence insights🎙️ Support the podcast on Patreon or Buzzsprout🧭 Stay curious. Stay informed. Stay safe.#GlobalSecurity #Espionage #NationalSecurity #Spies #Geopolitics #CounterintelligenceSupport the show

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