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Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024
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CIA and MI6 Chiefs Unite Amid Global Crises
CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore attended a Financial Times summit in London, marking their first joint public appearance. Burns discussed imminent detailed ceasefire proposals for the Gaza conflict, while both highlighted ongoing support for Ukraine in its war against Russia.
CIA Director William Burns and MI6 Chief Richard Moore made their first public appearance together at the Financial Times summit in London.
Burns, actively involved in negotiating an end to the Gaza conflict, mentioned that a detailed ceasefire proposal would be presented within the next several days.
This effort involves collaboration with Qatar and Egypt to secure a ceasefire.
The discussion also touched on Hamas' recent attack on Israel, Israel's retaliatory actions, and the significant human toll in Gaza.
Additionally, Burns and Moore highlighted their collective efforts in supporting Ukraine against Russia, emphasizing the importance of continued backing.
Moore remarked on Ukraine's bold offensive into the Kursk region of Russia, while Burns lauded it as a significant tactical gain but cautioned against assuming any weakening of Putin's power.
Burns, actively involved in negotiating an end to the Gaza conflict, mentioned that a detailed ceasefire proposal would be presented within the next several days.
This effort involves collaboration with Qatar and Egypt to secure a ceasefire.
The discussion also touched on Hamas' recent attack on Israel, Israel's retaliatory actions, and the significant human toll in Gaza.
Additionally, Burns and Moore highlighted their collective efforts in supporting Ukraine against Russia, emphasizing the importance of continued backing.
Moore remarked on Ukraine's bold offensive into the Kursk region of Russia, while Burns lauded it as a significant tactical gain but cautioned against assuming any weakening of Putin's power.
