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MI6 Appoints New Chief with Controversial Family Ties

New spy chief faces scrutiny over grandfather's alleged Nazi war crimes

29 June 2025 · 23:53 UTC

Britain’s foreign intelligence service MI6 has appointed a new head whose grandfather was allegedly involved in Nazi atrocities in Ukraine.

The appointment has triggered debate over historical responsibility and the transparency of public appointments, even as officials insist the new chief’s record of service is beyond reproach.