Western intelligence agencies, counterintelligence efforts from "summary" of The World Was Going Our Way by Christopher Andrew
The intelligence agencies of the West, led by the CIA, were engaged in a constant battle against their Soviet counterparts during the Cold War. These agencies were tasked not only with gathering information on the Soviet Union and its allies, but also with protecting their own secrets from being compromised. This dual mission required a sophisticated understanding of the methods and tactics employed by the KGB and other Soviet intelligence services. Counterintelligence efforts were a key component of the Western intelligence agencies' strategy. By monitoring Soviet agents and double agents, they were able to prevent the leakage of sensitive information and protect their own operations. This cat-and-mouse game played out on a global scale, with both sides constantly seeking...
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