MI6 Chief: Russia Actively "Exporting Chaos" to Weaken West

The new head of Britain's MI6 intelligence service has accused Russia of deliberately trying to "export chaos" to other nations. In her first public speech since becoming chief, Blaise Metreweli warned that Moscow's actions are designed to weaken Western societies. She stated that Russia uses a mix of espionage, online influence campaigns, and other covert methods to create division and instability abroad. Metreweli also reaffirmed the United Kingdom's strong support for Ukraine. She described Britain's commitment to helping Ukraine defend itself against the Russian invasion as "enduring." The speech marks a rare public statement from the leader of the secretive agency. It clearly frames the conflict in Ukraine as part of a broader Russian campaign against Western interests.