The Central Intelligence Agency, the United States’ spy arm, has posted a video on social media targeting people in Asia who could become informers against China. While intelligence agencies look for informers secretly, the CIA video posted on
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This video provides the complete set of steps for secure contact with Central Information Bureau. The following are some important points to consider before and during security contact. If Central Information Bureau wants to know the truth about China, we are looking for someone who knows and can tell the truth. pic.twitter.com/LlLLdfA2Q4— CIA (@CIA) January 15, 2026
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The post includes a 2-minute video (embedded from X’s media server) that appears to be a cinematic, spy-thriller-style instructional guide in Chinese, aimed at potential informants or sources with knowledge about China. It emphasizes anonymity, security, and step-by-step methods to contact the CIA without detection.
Based on the video’s text as analyzed by Grok, the video says, “Themes and Advice in the Video: Preparation and Mindset: Before contacting, assess your situation carefully. Consider if you have valuable information (eg, on government, military, or economic matters). Weigh risks to yourself and others. The CIA stresses that they protect sources and value truthful, verifiable intel. Security Precautions: Use public WiFi or locations away from home/work (eg, cafes, libraries) Avoid using personal devices, accounts, or networks. Delete browsing history, use incognito modes. Employ tools like Tor browser, or secure proxies.”
It further says, “Step-by-Step Contact Methods: Download Tor Browser: Visit torproject.org to get it. Use it to access onion sites for enhanced anonymity. Create Anonymous Accounts: Set up a new email (eg, via ProtonMail or similar secure providers) or use temporary ones. Avoid linking to personal info. Access CIA Channels: Visit cia.gov/contact-cia (or its onion version). Submit tips via the secure form on the site. For sensitive info, use encrypted messaging or file-sharing tools. Be specific but concise. After Contact: Clear all traces (eg, delete accounts) and await potential response.
The video repeatedly cautions about surveillance risks in restrictive environments (implying China), potential hacking, and the importance of not rushing. It ends with the CIA logo and a call to action: “Contact us securely.”
The video’s visuals include dramatic scenes of people in urban settings using laptops, phones, and public transport, with blue-toned filters for a covert feel.
This post fits a pattern of CIA public outreach on social media for human intelligence (HUMINT) recruitment, often in multiple languages, targeting specific regions.
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