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MI5 Ignored IRA Double Agent's Murderous Acts, Report Reveals

12/10/2025

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The Operation Kenova report states MI5 allowed IRA double agent Freddie Scappaticci, known as 'Stakeknife,' to commit torture and murder.
The investigation found MI5 knew of his actions but did not act, citing a "perverse sense of loyalty."
Scappaticci is linked to at least 14 murders.
The report urges the UK government to apologize to victims' families.
Many relatives say Scappaticci's identity has not been officially confirmed.

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The Operation Kenova report states MI5 allowed IRA double agent Freddie Scappaticci, known as 'Stakeknife,' to commit torture and murder.
The investigation found MI5 knew of his actions but did not act, citing a "perverse sense of loyalty."
Scappaticci is linked to at least 14 murders.
The report urges the UK government to apologize to victims' families.
Many relatives say Scappaticci's identity has not been officially confirmed.