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Intelligence You Can't Google: After Action Report #119

Published 2 months ago • 2 min read

Dear Decision Maker,

Four developments reshaping the global security landscape:

Iran's Stealth Evolution? Tehran converts failed Qaher-313 fighter propaganda into operational Jas-313 drone platform. Indigenous carrier-based UAV capability now potentially threatens naval operations across the Gulf. Maritime planners reassess threat vectors.

Historic MI6 Transition Blaise Metreweli becomes first female "C" in 116 years. Takes command amid unprecedented multi-domain threats from state and non-state actors. Leadership change signals operational priority shifts.

Digital Honey Traps Proliferate Iran, China, Russia, Pakistan weaponising dating apps for HUMINT operations. Tinder, LinkedIn, Telegram increasingly used for targeting personnel with security clearances. Counter-intelligence protocols require immediate updates.

Sudan's Drone Escalation RSF expanding kinetic operations from Darfur to Port Sudan using long-range UAVs. Critical infrastructure targeting intensifies civilian impact. Regional spillover risks increasing.

What This Means:

  • Naval threat environment evolving rapidly
  • Traditional HUMINT moving digital
  • African conflict zones becoming drone testing grounds
  • Intelligence leadership adapting to new threat matrix

Dig in,

Ahmed
CEO Grey Dynamics

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Iran's Qaher-313: Capabilities, Status, Strategic Implications

Iran is making notable progress in developing indigenous, carrier-based unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Specifically, this initiative converts the previously controversial Qaher-313 manned fighter project, perceived as a propaganda tool, into the Jas-313 drone. In doing so, Iran aims to significantly enhance its naval aviation capabilities. It also aims to foster greater self-reliance in defence in the face of international sanctions.

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Blaise Metreweli: First Female MI6 Chief Faces Unprecedented Threats

Blaise Metreweli's appointment as the 18th Chief of MI6, commonly known as "C," marks a historic milestone as she becomes the first woman to hold this role in the organisation's 116-year history. This significant moment reflects the increasing representation of women in top leadership positions within the United Kingdom’s intelligence community. GCHQ is currently led by Anne Keast-Butler, while MI5 has previously had two Directors General: Stella Rimington and Eliza Manningham-Buller. 

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Sudan Conflict 2025 Forecast: Drones, Contractors, Covert Activity  

The Rapid Support Forces (RSF) are increasing their use of drones in the Sudan conflict to target critical infrastructure in population centres controlled by the Sudanese Armed Forces (SAF). Their unmanned airframes have expanded the range and scope of their kinetic operations from South Darfur into Port Sudan and other cities, with satellite images confirming the presence of long-range drones in rebel-controlled territory. 

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Modern Honey Traps: The Dangers of Online Platforms

The use of dating apps and social media platforms for espionage has become a growing counterintelligence concern. Intelligence services from Iran, China, Russia, and Pakistan are increasingly turning to these platforms to carry out covert operations. By creating fake online identities on social apps like Tinder, LinkedIn, or Telegram, they seek to establish contact with individuals who have access to sensitive information.

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Jednostka Wojskowa Formoza (JW Formoza): The Polish Frogmen

JW Formoza (JWF - Jednostka Wojskowa Formoza - ‘Military Unit Formoza’) is a Polish Special Forces unit which focuses on both naval and maritime sabotage operations. Working alongside other NATO naval special forces in varying theatres, as well as the frogmen subunit of JW Grom, the unit is highly trained and lethal.

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