‘I gave my life to the CIA. They betrayed me.’

In this podcast episode, we dive into the remarkable true story of Blerim Skoro, a Kosovar refugee who unexpectedly became a CIA spy after 9/11. Recruited while in a Brooklyn prison, Blerim gathered crucial intelligence on Al-Qaeda, even managing to infiltrate their ranks and meet key figures like Abu Muhammad al-Masri. Despite his significant efforts, which included aiding in the interception of weapons shipments, the CIA ultimately left him behind. This abandonment sparked a long and challenging journey for Blerim as he fought to reunite with his family in the U.S. His story sheds light on the hidden complexities and potential betrayals in the world of international espionage, as well as the human toll of geopolitical conflicts.