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Welcome to the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network Podcast, where real-world intelligence expertise meets insightful analysis. Join your host, Neil Bisson, a former Intelligence Officer with the Canadian Security Intelligence Service, for a weekly deep dive into the world of espionage, national security, foreign interference, terrorism, and all matters spy and intelligence related.

With over 25 years of experience in intelligence and law enforcement, both domestically and internationally, Neil Bisson brings a unique perspective to the table. From hunting spies and terrorists to recruiting and managing human sources, he's seen it all.

Each episode, Neil Bisson, Director of Global Intelligence Knowledge Network as he provides a comprehensive summary of the most intriguing international intelligence stories, dissecting the hottest media topics with professional analysis and insider knowledge. Whether you're a seasoned intelligence professional or simply fascinated by the world of spies, this podcast is your go-to source for accurate, insightful, and engaging content.

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Canadian Military Intelligence Compromised?

Season 3 · Episode 11

samedi 13 décembre 2025Duration 36:11

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🇨🇦🕵️ Canadian Military Intelligence Compromised? | Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up

This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson — retired CSIS intelligence officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network — examines a series of developments that reveal how insider threats, espionage, hybrid warfare, and alliance uncertainty are reshaping the global security environment.

From a Canadian military intelligence officer charged with espionage 🇨🇦… to Western universities quietly targeted by hostile intelligence services 🎓… to the United States approving advanced AI chip exports to China🤖🇨🇳 — this episode shows how modern threats cut across defence institutions, academia, technology supply chains, and even long-standing alliances.

🎧 Before you hit play, consider these questions:

❓ Has Canada’s military intelligence community suffered a serious insider compromise — and what does this case reveal about counterintelligence gaps?

❓ Why are Western universities becoming prime targets for foreign intelligence collection — and is Canada prepared to respond?

❓ What does Canada’s expansion of its terrorist-entity list tell us about how extremism is evolving online and among youth?

❓ Why is a former Cuban economy minister now serving a life sentence for espionage — and what does this reveal about internal regime vulnerability?

❓ Does allowing Nvidia AI chips to be sold to China strengthen Western industry — or accelerate an adversary’s military and intelligence capabilities?

❓ And why has Denmark’s intelligence service taken the unprecedented step of identifying the United States itselfas a potential security concern?

Each of these questions — and many more — are explored with intelligence-driven analysis, operational context, and real-world insight throughout the episode.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 — Intro
02:05 — Segment 1: Foreign Intelligence Targeting Western Universities
07:10 — Segment 2: Canada Responds to Trump’s New National Security Strategy
11:40 — Segment 3: Canada Expands Its Terrorist-Entity List
15:50 — Segment 4: Canadian Military Intelligence Officer Charged with Espionage
21:10 — Segment 5: Former Cuban Minister Sentenced to Life for Spying
25:40 — Segment 6: Trump Approves Nvidia AI Chip Exports to China
30:30 — Segment 7: Danish Intelligence Flags the U.S. as a Security Concern
34:50 — Segment 8: Germany Confronts Russia Over Hybrid Warfare
35:25 — Outro

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Sabotage and Proxy Operations in Modern Intelligence
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Canadian ISIS Terrorist Convicted

Season 3 · Episode 10

samedi 6 décembre 2025Duration 23:52

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🇨🇦🔥 Canadian ISIS Terrorist Convicted | Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up
This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson — retired CSIS intelligence officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network — breaks down a dramatic week of national-security developments that span espionage, terrorism, hybrid warfare, and intelligence oversight.


From collapsed spy cases in the U.K. 🇬🇧… to Russian hybrid attacks sweeping across Europe 🌍… to Canada’s conviction of a returning ISIS fighter 🇨🇦 — this episode shows how Western democracies are confronting fast-moving, multi-domain threats.


🎧 Before you hit play, consider these questions:


❓ What does the collapse of one of the U.K.’s biggest China-related espionage prosecutions mean for democratic accountability and hostile-state intelligence operations?


❓ How did a former British military instructor end up accused of spying for Russia — and what does this reveal about insider threats in modern conflict zones?


❓ Are humanitarian organizations now being used as covert platforms for Kremlin influence operations in Europe?


❓ How serious is Russia’s escalating hybrid-warfare campaign targeting European infrastructure, politics, and civil society?


❓ Why is Canada’s national-security watchdog warning that federal budget cuts will weaken oversight at the worst possible moment?


❓ And most importantly: what do the convictions of Jamal and Hussien Borhot tell us about Canada’s ongoing ISIS returnee problem — and the national-security risks posed by Canadians who fought for terrorist groups abroad?


All of these questions — and many more — are answered with intelligence-driven analysis, operational context, and real-world insight throughout the episode.


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⏱️ Chapters


00:00 — Intro
01:35 — Segment 1: Collapse of Major China Spy Case in the U.K.
05:07 — Segment 2: British Military Instructor Accused of Spying for Russia
08:45 — Segment 3: Kremlin-Linked Humanitarian Front Exposed in France
12:40 — Segment 4: Russia’s Hybrid Warfare Intensifies Across Europe
15:55 — Segment 5: NSIRA Warns Budget Cuts Will Limit Intelligence Oversight
18:40 — Segment 6: Canadian ISIS Terrorist Convicted — The Borhot Case
21:45 — Segment 7: Inquiry Confirms Putin Authorized 2018 Novichok Attack
22:25 — Outro


🎓 Course Mentioned in This Episode


Sabotage and Proxy Operations in Modern Intelligence
University of Ottawa – Professional Development Institute


https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/Sabotage-and-Proxy-Operations/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0245


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China's Salt Typhoon Engulfs the World

Season 3 · Episode 1

samedi 6 septembre 2025Duration 21:28

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🌍 This week on Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS Intelligence Officer, breaks down one of the most alarming cyber operations in recent years: China’s Salt Typhoon.


This sprawling breach has compromised telecom networks in more than 80 countries, raising urgent questions about espionage, infrastructure sabotage, and the future of global security. Alongside Salt Typhoon, we examine new FBI concerns, terrorism-related charges in the U.K., inter-agency friction in Washington, America’s evolving approach to criminal gangs, and troubling questions closer to home in Canada.


🎙️ With over 25 years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil provides top-secret level insight and analysis into these pressing national security threats.


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This Week’s Stories & Questions:


🔎 FBI worries Trump’s surge exposes unmarked cars
Should the FBI push back harder when political decisions risk exposing covert operations?


📂 FBI searches John Bolton’s home in classified probe
What does the Bolton investigation reveal about how former officials handle classified material?


🌐 China’s Salt Typhoon cyberattack spreads across 80+ countries
Is Salt Typhoon proof that we’re already in the middle of a global cyber war?


🛡️ Salt Typhoon declared a national defense crisis
Should allies treat cyber espionage as a national defense crisis rather than a policing issue?


🇬🇧 Six charged in the U.K. for support of Palestine Action
Where should democracies draw the line between lawful protest and terrorism charges?


🕵️ Tulsi Gabbard outs undercover CIA officer
What are the long-term risks when intelligence leaders expose covert officers, even unintentionally?


💀 U.S. designates Ecuadorian gangs as terrorist organizations
Does labeling gangs as terrorist organizations improve security—or create more instability?


🍁 Canada’s Public Safety Minister under new scrutiny
Should Canada’s Public Safety Minister provide greater transparency when his name surfaces in past terrorism-related investigations?


Chapters:


00:00 – Intro
01:00 – FBI worries Trump’s surge exposes unmarked cars
04:00 – FBI searches John Bolton’s home in classified probe
07:00 – China’s Salt Typhoon cyberattack spreads across 80+ countries
11:00 – Salt Typhoon declared a national defense crisis
14:00 – Six charged in the U.K. for support of Palestine Action
16:00 – Tulsi Gabbard outs undercover CIA officer
18:00 – U.S. designates Ecuadorian gangs as terrorist organizations
20:00 – Canada’s Public Safety Minister under new scrutiny
21:00 – Outro

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US Foreign Influence OPS in Greenland

Season 2 · Episode 43

vendredi 29 août 2025Duration 23:54

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🔎 Welcome back to the Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — the podcast where intelligence meets real-world events, hosted by Neil Bisson, retired CSIS intelligence officer, former front-line CBSA officer, and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network. With 25+ years of intelligence and law enforcement experience, Neil cuts through the noise to deliver unbiased, unfiltered analysis.

This week’s episode takes a deep dive into U.S. covert foreign influence operations in Greenland — a shocking development that could serve as a warning call for Canada, NATO, and other Western allies. If the U.S. is accused of interfering in the sovereignty of Denmark’s Arctic territory, what does that mean for alliance trust, Canadian sovereignty, and the future of Arctic security?

We also cover:

✔️ Iran’s covert role in an Australian synagogue attack
👉 How is Iran using criminal networks and cut-outs to strike Western targets far from the Middle East?

✔️ U.S. foreign influence operations in Greenland
👉 What happens when a NATO ally is accused of meddling in another ally’s sovereignty — and what lessons does this hold for Canada?

✔️ Greenland deep dive
👉 Could the Arctic become the next major geopolitical flashpoint, and how vulnerable is Canada’s North to similar interference?

✔️ Trump’s Section 232 tariffs and the weaponization of trade
👉 How is “national security” being used as a shield for economic coercion — and what impact could this have on Canada’s economy?

✔️ Espionage case in Germany involving China
👉 What does this case reveal about insider threats, and how exposed are Canada’s own military contractors and allies?

✔️ CSIS poll: Canadians feel less safe than 5 years ago
👉 Why does public perception of insecurity matter just as much as real-world crime statistics for national security planning?

✔️ CSIS & CBSA morale crisis
👉 How do low morale and lack of trust inside Canada’s intelligence and border agencies weaken our national security?

🌍 These aren’t just headlines — they’re global intelligence lessons with direct implications for Canada and its allies.

📢 If you care about foreign interference, espionage, terrorism, national security, and intelligence operations, this is the podcast for you.

👉 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to help grow this independent, listener-supported show. And check the transcript and show notes for links to Neil’s Substack articles for deeper analysis.


Chapters

⏱️ Total length: 23:50

  • 0:00 – Intro (1:30)
  • 1:30 – Iran’s covert funding of Melbourne synagogue attack
  • 5:40 – U.S. foreign influence operations in Greenland: NATO shaken
  • 10:40 – Greenland deep dive: What it means for Canada’s sovereignty
  • 14:20 – Trump’s Section 232 tariffs and the weaponization of trade
  • 16:40 – Espionage case in Germany: insider threat and China’s reach
  • 19:10 – CSIS poll: Canadians feel less safe than 5 years ago
  • 21:00 – CSIS & CBSA morale crisis: Canada’s intelligence soft underbelly
  • 22:40 – Outro (1:10)

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New Zealand's Security Risks

Season 2 · Episode 42

vendredi 22 août 2025Duration 23:21

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🌍 Welcome to this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — your trusted source for analysis on espionage, sabotage, terrorism, and foreign interference.
Neil Bisson, Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network and retired CSIS intelligence officer, brings over 25 years of frontline intelligence and law enforcement experience to break down the week’s biggest national security threats.


This episode covers:


🇨🇳 New Zealand naming China as its most active security threat — is Beijing using cyber espionage and foreign interference to destabilize democratic nations, and what does this mean for Five Eyes allies?


🕵️ New Zealand’s first espionage conviction against a serving soldier — how dangerous are insider threats, and what lessons should Canada’s military take from this?


📱 The UK’s climbdown on Apple user data access — should governments have the power to break encryption for national security, or does this undermine global privacy and cybersecurity?


🇺🇸 Tulsi Gabbard’s unprecedented revocation of 37 U.S. intelligence security clearances — is this about restoring trust in intelligence, or political retaliation that could weaken national security partnerships?


🍁 Canada’s plan for a foreign interference watchdog — will a transparency commissioner and foreign agent registry finally give Canada the tools to fight election meddling and transnational repression?


⚠️ A Montreal minor charged with terrorism offences — why are extremist groups able to radicalize Canadian youth online, and what more can intelligence agencies do to stop jihadist recruitment?


💣 Russia’s growing sabotage operations across Europe — from cyberattacks to undersea cable mapping, is Moscow preparing for a long-term confrontation with NATO, and could Canada be the next target of hybrid warfare?


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Chapters:
00:00 – Introduction
01:23 – New Zealand calls China its most active security threat
04:35 – Soldier convicted in New Zealand’s first espionage case
08:10 – UK backs down on Apple data access demand
11:15 – Tulsi Gabbard revokes 37 security clearances
14:50 – Canada to appoint first foreign interference watchdog
17:45 – Montreal minor charged with terrorism offences
20:25 – Russia escalates sabotage campaign in Europe
22:33 – Outro
🔥 This week’s episode is packed with the keywords every intelligence and national security professional should be tracking: espionage, cyber sabotage, terrorism, foreign interference, encryption, hybrid warfare, and insider threats.
#NationalSecurity #Espionage #CyberSecurity #ForeignInterference #CounterTerrorism #OpenSourceIntelligence #HybridWarfare

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Trump Risks National Security for Profit.

Season 2 · Episode 41

vendredi 15 août 2025Duration 23:58

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Welcome to this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up — your trusted source for intelligence insight, national security analysis, and commentary that goes beyond the headlines.

Retired CSIS Intelligence Officer Neil Bisson brings over 25 years of experience to unpack the week’s most pressing global security issues — from Russian sabotage and state-sponsored cyberattacks, to Chinese foreign interference, shifting U.S. national security policy, and the evolving threats facing Canada.

This week’s stories:

⚓ Baltic Sea Sabotage – Finland charges a Russian-linked tanker crew over damage to undersea cables. What does this reveal about Moscow’s hybrid warfare capabilities — and how vulnerable is NATO infrastructure beneath the waves?

💻 Norwegian Dam Hack – Norway’s spy chief publicly blames Russian hackers for taking control of a dam. Why is this incident a game-changer in state-level cyber sabotage?

🇦🇺 Chinese Foreign Interference in Australia – A Chinese national faces charges linked to covert surveillance of a banned religious group. How deep do Beijing’s influence networks go, and how are democracies fighting back?

🌪 Typhoon Halts Jimmy Lai Trial – Severe weather delays the national security trial of Hong Kong’s most prominent pro-democracy figure. Why is this case seen as a litmus test for press freedom in Hong Kong?

🇺🇸 Trump’s Tariff Strategy – The administration uses tariffs as a national security tool. Is this legitimate strategic leverage or dangerous economic brinkmanship?

🤖 The Nvidia Deal – A controversial arrangement lets Nvidia sell AI chips to China while the U.S. government profits. Is America trading away national security for short-term gain?

🇮🇷 Iranian Threats in Canada – CSIS warns of escalating threats against critics and dissidents, often outsourced to organized crime. How real and immediate is this danger for Canadians?

🇱🇧 Lebanon Pushes Back on Interference – The president rejects external meddling and advances a Hezbollah disarmament plan. Could this reshape the balance of power in the region?

🛡 House of Commons Cyber Breach – A major breach exposes sensitive internal systems, possibly part of a wave of state-sponsored attacks. Which foreign actors are targeting Canada — and why now?

Chapters:
00:00 – Intro
01:30 – Finland Charges Russian-Linked Tanker Crew with Undersea Cable Sabotage
04:15 – Norway Spy Chief Blames Russian Hackers for Dam Sabotage
07:05 – Chinese National in Australia Faces Foreign Interference Charges
09:40 – Typhoon Delays Hong Kong Trial of Jimmy Lai
13:00 – Trump Expands Use of Tariffs for National Security Goals
15:15 – Controversial Nvidia AI Chip Deal with China
17:50 – CSIS Warns of Escalating Iranian Threats in Canada
20:00 – Lebanon’s President Rejects Foreign Interference, Pushes Hezbollah Disarmament
21:25 – House of Commons Data Breach and Canada’s Cyber Threat Landscape
22:50 – Outro

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Can a Minister Change his Stripes?

Season 2 · Episode 40

vendredi 18 juillet 2025Duration 32:47

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In this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson — retired CSIS Intelligence Officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network — dissects a packed lineup of national security threats, foreign interference, and a controversy that’s shaking Ottawa.

🇷🇺 Russia rewards an American spy with citizenship — but what does it reveal about Moscow’s HUMINT strategy and use of propaganda?

🇮🇷 Israel launches a bold counterintelligence campaign warning citizens about Iranian espionage — and it’s a playbook Canada may need to follow.

🇨🇳 A Japanese businessman is imprisoned in China under vague espionage laws — raising new concerns about Beijing’s “lawfare” strategy.

💻 Chinese hackers infiltrate a U.S. National Guard network for nearly a year — exposing critical gaps in federated cybersecurity.

🐅 Canada’s Public Safety Minister faces scrutiny for supporting a man tied to the Tamil Tigers — and the implications for immigration, terrorism policy, and public trust are profound.

🎓 Denmark blocks foreign researchers over espionage fears — are Canadian universities doing enough to protect dual-use research?

🧨 And in Ukraine, a U.S.-founded neo-Nazi group claims responsibility for an assassination — and may be operating as a proxy for Russian intelligence.

Each story is analyzed through the lens of intelligence — giving you the strategic context you won’t hear on the evening news.
🎧 This isn’t speculation. It’s intelligence, verified and distilled — to help you stay aware, and be prepared.

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🌐 Learn more:
Website: https://www.globalintelligenceknowledgenetwork.com
Substack: https://substack.com/@neilbisson1
University of Ottawa Course: https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/The-Psychology-Behind-Human-Sources/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0236

📅 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:45 – Russia Rewards American Spy with Citizenship
06:20 – Israel Warns Citizens About Iranian Recruitment Tactics
10:40 – China Jails Japanese Citizen for Espionage
15:10 – Chinese Hackers Infiltrate U.S. National Guard (Salt Typhoon)
20:10 – Public Safety Minister Faces Tamil Tigers Controversy
25:20 – Danish Universities Block Foreign Researchers Over Espionage Fears
29:15 – Neo-Nazi Group Claims SBU Assassination in Ukraine
31:32 – Outro & How to Support the Podcast


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Canadian Armed Forces Charged with Terrorism

Season 2 · Episode 39

vendredi 11 juillet 2025Duration 29:43

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Canadian Armed Forces Charged with Terrorism | China, North Korea, and Russia Escalate Global Espionage

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 week’s most pressing threats in global intelligence and national security.

🇨🇦 Why were two Canadian Armed Forces members arrested for plotting a domestic terror campaign — and what does this deeper dive reveal about rising extremism within Canada’s military?

💻 How is North Korea weaponizing the gig economy by using fake freelance IT workers to fund Kim Jong Un’s weapons program?

🇨🇳 Who is the suspected Chinese intelligence asset targeting Canadian research — and how are CSIS and Canadian universities responding?

🕵️‍♀️ What’s behind China’s sweeping new warnings about Western “honey trap” spy tactics?

🇺🇦 Why were two Chinese nationals arrested in Ukraine for trying to steal secrets about the Neptune missile system — and what does this suggest about China-Russia intelligence cooperation?

🔥 Are we seeing a covert war unfold as Russia escalates its sabotage operations across Europe — and could Canada be vulnerable?

Plus: Neil shares thoughts on his latest Substack article urging Canada to launch a dedicated foreign HUMINT service — and sounds the alarm on how our education system may be enabling foreign interference.

🎧 Tune in for expert insight built on over 25 years in intelligence and law enforcement — and get the briefing you won’t hear anywhere else.

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📚 Explore more at:
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📬 Subscribe on Substack:
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🎓 Neil’s University of Ottawa course:
https://pdinstitute.uottawa.ca/PDI/Courses/National-Security/The-Psychology-Behind-Human-Sources/Course.aspx?CourseCode=S0236

📅 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:30 – Canadian Armed Forces Charged in Domestic Terror Plot (CBC Article)
06:55 – Canadian Armed Forces Terror Plot (Deeper Dive via The Guardian)
11:25 – North Korea’s Fake Freelancers Fund Weapons Program
16:40 – CSIS Issues Alert on Suspected Chinese Intelligence Operative
20:40 – China Warns Citizens About Western “Honey Traps”
24:15 – Ukraine Arrests Chinese Nationals for Spying on Neptune Missile
27:35 – Russia’s Sabotage Campaign Across Europe
28:40 – Outro & Substack/Patreon Info


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Canada Bans Hikvision. Chinese Spies in the US Navy

Season 2 · Episode 38

vendredi 4 juillet 2025Duration 29:10

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In this week’s Global Intelligence Weekly Wrap-Up, Neil Bisson — retired CSIS Intelligence Officer and Director of the Global Intelligence Knowledge Network — delivers timely, top-tier analysis of the week’s most urgent national security threats and intelligence developments from around the world.

🇨🇦 Why did Canada force Hikvision — a Chinese surveillance giant — to shut down its operations entirely?

🇨🇳 Who are the two Chinese nationals charged with trying to recruit U.S. Navy personnel for espionage?

🇩🇪 What does the arrest of a German-Iranian spy reveal about Iran’s escalating repression campaign in Europe?

🇬🇧 Is the UK right to label Palestine Action a terrorist group — or is this a dangerous precedent for protest policing?

🇺🇸 Why are American authorities warning of possible July 4 terror attacks — and what makes lone actors so hard to detect?

⚖️ What’s behind MI5’s credibility crisis after allegedly misleading British courts?

🧳 How did a Canadian teenager end up working for the FSB — and why might he walk free early?

Plus: Neil shares insights from his new Substack article on Chinese surveillance threats in Canada — and why every Western democracy should be paying attention.

🎧 Tune in for critical insights drawn from over 25 years of frontline intelligence and law enforcement experience.

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📅 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:20 – Canada Orders Hikvision to Shut Down Operations
06:10 – Two Chinese Nationals Charged for Recruiting U.S. Navy Spies
10:20 – Iran-Linked Spy Arrested in Germany
15:20 – UK Bans Palestine Action as Terrorist Group
20:35 – FBI, DHS Issue July 4 Terror Alert
24:40 – MI5 Accused of Misleading UK Courts
28:00 – Canadian Teen Jailed for Spying for Russia May Be Released Early
29:10 – Outro & Independence Day Message


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Aftermath Operation Midnight Hammer. What Iran Does Next

Season 2 · Episode 37

vendredi 27 juin 2025Duration 24:10

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Aftermath Operation Midnight Hammer: What Iran Does Next

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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.

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📅 Chapters
00:00 – Introduction
01:45 – CIA: Iran’s Nuclear Program ‘Severely Damaged’ by U.S. Strikes
06:00 – FBI, DHS Host Emergency Call with Governors After Iran Strike
09:25 – 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 Crackdown
16:05 – Former CSIS Director Warns of Iranian Sleeper Cells in Canada
19:05 – CSE Shared Canadians’ Data with Foreign Partners Without Proper Safeguards
21:35 – Salt Typhoon: China-Linked Hackers Breach Canadian Telecom Infrastructure
23:00 – Outro & Canada Day Message


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