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The next University of Buckingham’s intake for its PG Cert / MA Covert Action, HUMINT & Psychology of Intelligence Elicitation starts September 2026. Taught entirely online. Part or full time. ELCAS eligible. For more information visit bit.ly/43YoDo1

Very topical! Preparing for next term’s modules. (@UniOfBuckingham )

Europe must find a way to defend itself that does not rely on the US, argues former British diplomat Kim Darroch Historically where the US leads, Europe follows – but that now seems to be changing bit.ly/4sK0bAV

Iran at War: Deterrence, National Identity, and Existential Stakes – E-International Relations e-ir.info/2026/03/22/ira…

Removing Iran's nuclear materials | Royal United Services Institute rusi.org/news-and-comme…

Iranian Data Strikes Shake Global Digital Infrastructure | Royal United Services Institute rusi.org/explore-our-re…

Europe's Power is Defined by the Ability to Take Action in Ukraine | Royal United Services Institute rusi.org/explore-our-re…

A superpower goes offline - POLITICO politico.com/news/2026/03/1…

Germany’s privacy chief gets sidelined as intel services bulk up – POLITICO politico.eu/article/german…

EU cuts Hungary out of sensitive talks over leaking-to-Russia fears, diplomats say – POLITICO politico.eu/article/eu-hun…

'Orbán betrayed Hungarian freedom': Magyar accuses PM of inviting Russian agents to rig the vote euronews.com/my-europe/2026…

Sound of Silence — The Russian Military Comms Collapse - CEPA cepa.org/article/sound-…

Russia’s Imperial Retreat Is Europe’s Strategic Opportunity | Carnegie Endowment for International Peace carnegieendowment.org/europe/strateg…

As a Marine platoon leader in Vietnam, Mueller was shot and later returned to lead his platoon after his recovery. He received a Bronze Star for valor, a Purple Heart, 2 Navy/Marine Commendation medals, Republic of Vietnam Cross of Valor, and numerous other medals.

Bob Mueller was one of the finest directors in the history of the FBI, transforming the bureau after 9/11 and saving countless lives. But it was his relentless commitment to the rule of law and his unwavering belief in our bedrock values that made him one of the most respected public servants of our time. Michelle and I send our condolences to Bob’s family, and everyone who knew and admired him.

Today, the Investigatory Powers Commissioner (IPC), Sir Brian Leveson, met James McEwen, appointed Chief Executive of @hmpps in October 2025, for an introductory discussion on the use of investigatory powers across the prison estate. [1/2]

This week, the Investigatory Powers Commissioner, Sir Brian Leveson, met with Blaise Metreweli, Chief of the Secret Intelligence Service (SIS). Independent oversight of the UK's intelligence agencies is central to IPCO's mission. [1/2]

Trump calls NATO "cowards" over lack of support in Iran war. (In unrelated news, Trump received 4 student deferments while in college and a 4-F medical deferment in 1968 for bone spurs in his heels, which exempted him from service during the Vietnam War) . reuters.com/world/trump-ca…

Iranian man arrested trying to enter nuclear base. An Iranian man has been arrested with a woman after trying to enter the Faslane naval base in Scotland , home to the UK's nuclear-armed submarines. bbc.co.uk/news/articles/…

The Legal and Policy Fallout from Data Center Strikes in the Middle East War | TechPolicy.Press techpolicy.press/the-legal-and-…

Iranian Attacks on the Amazon Data Centers: A Legal Analysis justsecurity.org/133685/iranian…