The world of espionage and international intrigue is not just the stuff of spy movies—it's happening in real life, and the spotlight is on British spies operating in Russia. A recent announcement by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) revealed that six diplomats from the British Embassy in Moscow had their accreditation terminated. This isn’t just a diplomatic fallout; it shines a light on a bigger issue—foreign diplomats often double as intelligence agents.

A History of Suspicion

Russia’s relationship with British intelligence services has been rocky for years. Remember the infamous Skripal poisoning case in 2018? Sergei Skripal, a former Russian spy who defected to the UK, and his daughter were poisoned in England, leading to international headlines and accusations against Russian agents. And then there was the *Integrity Initiative* scandal, where leaked documents exposed a British operation allegedly designed to influence the politics of European countries. Despite a...