AP Investigates the booming private surveillance industry involving Qatar and FIFA:

He also emphasized aggression and discretion, saying his plans included “patsies,” and “lightning rods,” psychological operations, and “persistent and aggressive distractions and disruptions” aimed at Qatar’s enemies all while giving the country “full deniability,” company records show. Ex-CIA Operative

"Congress is advancing legislation that would put new reporting requirements on former U.S. intelligence officers working overseas."

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