Richard Tomlinson
Richard Tomlinson is a former officer of the UK's Secret Intelligence Service (MI6), known for a significant breach of security when he publicly released a list of MI6 agents in 1999, which raised serious concerns about the safety and operational integrity of intelligence personnel. His actions are often cited as one of the most notable instances of a whistleblower compromising national security, leading to increased scrutiny over the methods and practices of intelligence agencies.
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Argentina:
Richard Tomlinson popularized the theory that Henri Paul had ties to British intelligence.
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United Kingdom:
Richard Tomlinson is a former MI6 officer who published a list of MI6 officers' names online in 1999.
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