Kidnapping, assassination and a London shoot-out

1/15/2022

This article delves into the covert operations the CIA considered against WikiLeaks and its founder, Julian Assange. It discusses three main plans: kidnapping, assassination, and a shoot-out in London. The article reveals how the agency explored various options to neutralize Assange and prevent further leaks of classified information. It highlights the internal debates within the CIA and the legal and operational challenges associated with each plan. Ultimately, it emphasizes the depth of the agency's efforts to counter WikiLeaks and the controversies surrounding such clandestine operations.

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