Welcome to dead drop. This is your host Philip Thompson bringing you the latest intel on the world of espionage.

In this week's dossier:

- The CIA are studying AI versions of World Leaders

- British nuclear submarine keeps a close eye on Russian spy ship

- Details of a Russian Spy Ring Unravel in the British Courts; and

- The CIA says that Covid-19 ‘probably leaked’ from Chinese lab.

Stay vigilant. Trust no one. And remember, this Dead Drop will self-destruct in 5... 4... 3...

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