Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMI6 has launched a new dark web portal, Silent Courier, to recruit spies globally, with a specific focus on Russia. The secure messaging platform aims to enhance national security by streamlining the recruitment process for potential agents. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasised the importance of cutting-edge technology in bolstering MI6's efforts to keep the UK safe from multiplying threats. The portal, accessible from Friday, allows individuals with sensitive information on global instability, terrorism, or hostile intelligence to securely contact MI6. Instructions for using the portal will be available on MI6's verified YouTube channel, with recommendations for users to employ trustworthy VPNs and unlinked devices for access. In fullMI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in RussiaThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Inside MI6’s latest plan to recruit new spies across the world
Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleMI6 has launched a new dark web portal, Silent Courier, to recruit spies globally, with a specific focus on Russia. The secure messaging platform aims to enhance national security by streamlining the recruitment process for potential agents. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasised the importance of cutting-edge technology in bolstering MI6's efforts to keep the UK safe from multiplying threats. The portal, accessible from Friday, allows individuals with sensitive information on global instability, terrorism, or hostile intelligence to securely contact MI6. Instructions for using the portal will be available on MI6's verified YouTube channel, with recommendations for users to employ trustworthy VPNs and unlinked devices for access. In fullMI6 launches dark web portal to attract spies in RussiaThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
