Britain's Spy Chief Sounds Alarm on Russia's Growing Threat

Britain's top spy has a stern message for Europe: Russia is up to no good. Blaise Metreweli, the new head of MI6, recently warned that Russia is causing trouble all over the place. She said Russia is behind arson, sabotage, assassinations, and even cyber and drone attacks. In short, they're causing chaos. Metreweli, who made history as the first woman to lead MI6, didn't sugarcoat things. She called it a "new age of uncertainty. " She explained that Russia and other hostile countries are using all kinds of tricks to mess with Western democracies. From cyberattacks to spreading fake news, they're doing everything they can to create problems.To fight back, Metreweli believes intelligence agencies need to get tech-savvy. She emphasized that understanding technology is just as important as traditional spy skills. She even said agents should be as comfortable with computer code as they are with speaking different languages. Metreweli's focus on technology makes sense. Before leading MI6, she was in charge of technology and innovation. She's known for her work in developing high-tech spy gadgets, much like the famous "Q" from James Bond movies. But it's not just about gadgets. Metreweli stressed that intelligence agencies need to form alliances with tech companies. She believes this is crucial for staying ahead of threats. In a world where technology is constantly evolving, spy agencies must adapt or risk falling behind.