UK’s MI5 protected IRA agent who committed murders, police report finds

Al JazeeraTuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:49:19 PM
  • A police report has revealed that MI5, the UK’s domestic intelligence agency, allowed a top IRA spy, known as Stakeknife, to continue committing serious crimes, including murder and torture, during The Troubles. This report highlights the extent of MI5's complicity in the actions of this agent, who was supposed to be gathering intelligence for the British government.
  • The findings raise significant concerns regarding the accountability of British security services and their role in protecting individuals who engaged in violent crimes. The report calls for transparency and public naming of Stakeknife, emphasizing the need for justice for the victims of his actions.
  • This situation reflects ongoing debates about the ethical implications of intelligence operations, particularly in conflict zones. The revelations about MI5's obstruction of inquiries into Stakeknife's activities underscore a troubling pattern of prioritizing operational secrecy over justice, raising questions about the legacy of The Troubles and the treatment of victims' families.
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