Claims of Foreign Espionage in the U.S. Through ‘Sex Spies’

A former CIA operative reveals that China and Russia have been deploying ‘sex spies’ to the United States. These spies aim to acquire technological and state secrets as part of psychological warfare strategies.

J. Michael Waller shared with Fox News Digital his firsthand experiences of how countries like China and Russia utilize honeypot tactics. He described these tactics as methods to extract secrets or compromise politicians. During his time working for the CIA in Poland, Waller encountered a Chinese woman around the age of 25 who feigned interest in his work.

Upon further interaction, Waller identified her as a spy and reported her to Polish authorities. As a result, the woman, who was employed by the government at that time, was expelled from the country within days. Waller noted, “She knew about my background already and even details that weren’t in my official bio for the event.”

The national flags of the United States and China were shown at an event in Shanghai on April 25, 2024, representing ongoing international tensions.

According to Waller, these adversaries exploit people’s loneliness or desires for companionship. He described their strategy as a historical use of sex as a weapon, referenced since biblical times.

Earlier, the U.S. government mandated a policy against romantic or sexual relationships between its employees in China and Chinese nationals. This directive, introduced by former U.S. Ambassador Nicholas Burns, continued even after his departure, stating that violators would be required to leave China.

China has accused the US of conducting a years-long cyberattack, highlighting ongoing tension between the nations. During a conference in Budapest, both President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Viktor Orban discussed international issues, emphasizing diplomatic channels.

Waller claims this manipulation is a form of psychological warfare, targeting professionals across various sectors, from engineers to local politicians. He warned that these espionage efforts often result in longstanding emotional entanglements, with spies even marrying targets to gain trust and information.

Aliia Roza, a former Russian ‘sex spy,’ admitted in a New York Post interview that agents are focusing on Silicon Valley for technological secrets. She revealed tactics such as initiating conversations with compliments and personal stories to evoke empathy.

Roza’s insights demonstrated how spies manipulate targets’ emotions, leading them to believe they are rescuing someone in distress.

In advising Americans, Waller emphasized skepticism towards any romantic interest from an unusually attractive individual, especially those who are seemingly out of one’s league. He quipped, “If she’s super hot and really interested in you, she might be a spy.”

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