Former MI6 chief, the late Sir Alex Younger, on life as a spy | The Economist
June 4, 2026
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as posted by the channelSir Alex Younger, the longest-serving head of MI6, has died aged 62. In one of his final interviews before his death, he spoke to The Economist’s defence editor, Shashank Joshi. Sir Alex reflected on the challenges facing a spy today and the future of Britain’s secret service.
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