The Church of Sweden has issued a stark warning after discovering a Belarusian convent, linked to Russian intelligence, was fundraising in its churches to support Vladimir Putin's war in Ukraine.
Game of Thrones star Emilia Clarke reveals she suffered a broken rib while filming a gruelling intimate scene with three male co-stars for new spy thriller Ponies. Read her candid account.
Three women, including two ex-nuns, have been sentenced for cruel and unnatural treatment of vulnerable children at Nazareth House homes in Scotland over 40 years ago. Read the full report.
Moscow orders a British diplomat to leave, alleging links to UK intelligence. The move escalates tensions, with Russia warning of a 'mirror' response to any UK escalation.
Cyprus investigates the 'unnatural death' of a Russian diplomat, reportedly a GRU spy, as a corruption scandal rocks the island. The embassy refused to hand over a suicide note or grant crime scene access.
We rank the 20 best secret agents in television history, from 24's Jack Bauer to Slow Horses' Jackson Lamb. Who is the ultimate small-screen spook?
Aldrich Ames, the most damaging CIA mole in history, has died aged 84. He betrayed over 30 agents to the KGB, causing at least 10 executions. Read the full story of his treason.
A significant build-up of US reconnaissance aircraft at RAF Fairford coincides with rising tensions over Venezuela sanctions and Greenland. Discover the latest developments.
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer whose espionage for the Soviet Union caused one of America's worst intelligence breaches, has died in a Maryland prison. Read the full story of betrayal and its deadly consequences.
Aldrich Ames, the CIA officer whose espionage for the Soviet Union and Russia caused immense damage to US intelligence, has died in prison. Discover the full story of his betrayal.
Tom Hiddleston returns as Jonathan Pine in The Night Manager season 2 on BBC One. The gripping spy thriller drew 3.3 million viewers, with fans declaring it 'worth the decade wait'. Catch up now on iPlayer.
Metro readers reveal their favourite TV spy thrillers, from Prime Video's 'The Assassin' to Apple's 'Slow Horses'. Discover the top-rated shows to binge-watch now.
Tom Hiddleston reprises his role as Jonathan Pine in the long-awaited second series of the BBC's acclaimed spy thriller, The Night Manager. Stream on iPlayer now.
The Night Manager season 2 premieres on BBC One, with Tom Hiddleston back as Jonathan Pine. Read our review of the long-awaited spy thriller sequel.
Arseny Konovalov, a Russian diplomat, receives a 12-year sentence for high treason after selling secrets to the CIA. Read the full details of the spy case and a related British arrest in Ukraine.
A group of retired nuns in Italy, led by a 98-year-old, have become social media sensations with their positive and humorous videos, gaining over 145,000 followers. Discover their inspiring story.
Amazon Prime viewers are rushing to binge the BBC's 'The Night Manager' ahead of its second season, with fans claiming the Tom Hiddleston spy thriller surpasses James Bond. Season 2 premieres January 1, 2026.
The astonishing story of Mark Acklom, the British fraudster who posed as an MI6 agent and Swiss banker. As his latest court hearing begins, Sky News delves into a life of deception. Listen to the full podcast.
A technician has been sentenced to three years for voyeurism and creating indecent AI images of underage girls from social media posts. Read the full story.
The UK unveils its Atlantic Bastion programme, a £14m AI and autonomous vehicle project to protect critical undersea infrastructure from Russian threats. Read the full details.
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
A former British soldier has been detained in Ukraine, accused of spying for Russia's FSB and involvement in assassinations. Read the full investigation details.
A former British soldier has been detained in Ukraine, accused by the SBU of spying for Russia and planning terrorist attacks for 'easy money'. Read the full report.
John le Carré's classic espionage novel comes to London's West End in a slick noirish adaptation starring Rory Keenan. Running until February 2026 at @sohoplace.
Three octogenarian nuns who defied church orders to return to their Austrian convent have been granted a reprieve. Discover their inspiring story of faith and defiance.
David Eldridge's stage adaptation of John Le Carré's classic spy thriller is a masterclass in tension, playing at Soho Place until 21 February 2026. Book your tickets now.
Russian scientists create remote-controlled pigeons using neural chips for surveillance operations. The birds can fly 310 miles daily with real-time direction control. Read the shocking details.