MI6 has unveiled a new dark web portal, Silent Courier, designed to recruit spies and gather intelligence from Russia and other regions. The secure messaging platform aims to enhance national security by simplifying the process for potential agents to contact the UK intelligence agency.
The Foreign Office confirmed that the initiative targets individuals in Russia and worldwide who may possess sensitive information about terrorism or hostile intelligence activities. The portal became accessible from Friday, 19 September, allowing users to securely communicate with UK authorities.
Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasised the need for the UK to stay ahead of adversaries amid evolving global threats. “As the world changes, and the threats we’re facing multiply, we must ensure the UK is always one step ahead of our adversaries,” she stated.
