Alex Younger: MI6’s Last Silent Sentinel

Former MI6 chief Alex Younger, who led Britain’s Secret Intelligence Service from 2014 to 2020, has died at 62 after a cancer diagnosis. Known by his codename C, Younger built a storied career spanning the Balkans, Afghanistan, and counterterrorism, while overseeing security for the 2012 London Olympics. Praised by Prince William and Prime Minister Starmer for his integrity and national service, Younger also left a mark on global security. A friend recalled his dark humor—nicknaming his tumor “Putin”—and his candid view of espionage as thrilling yet isolating. His passing closes a pivotal chapter in British intelligence history. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ee0cf7a4ec63dd02