In a bold move to enhance national security, the UK’s Secret Intelligence Service, MI6, is set to unveil a dedicated portal on the dark web aimed at recruiting new spies, particularly from Russia. The initiative, named ‘Silent Courier,’ is designed to streamline the process of identifying and engaging potential agents worldwide. The announcement is expected to be confirmed by outgoing MI6 chief Sir Richard Moore during a speech in Istanbul on Friday morning. Sir Richard is scheduled to hand over his role to Blaise Metreweli later this month. Foreign Secretary Yvette Cooper emphasized the importance of this initiative, stating, ‘National security is the first duty of any government. As threats evolve, we must ensure the UK remains ahead of its adversaries. Our intelligence agencies are at the forefront of this effort, and this new technology will bolster their capabilities.’ The portal, accessible from Friday, will allow individuals to securely share sensitive information related to terrorism or hostile intelligence activities. Instructions for using the portal will be available on MI6’s verified YouTube channel, with recommendations to access it via secure VPNs and untraceable devices. This strategy mirrors the CIA’s 2023 campaign to recruit Russian spies through social media videos. However, the CIA faced significant setbacks when its dark web connections were compromised by China’s Ministry of State Security, leading to one of the most severe security breaches in recent years.