The C.I.A. sent a short but explosive message last week to all of its stations and bases around the world.
The cable, which said dozens of sources had been arrested, killed or turned against the United States, highlights the struggle the agency is having as it works to recruit spies around the world. How did this deterioration occur?
Guest: Julian E. Barnes, a national security reporter for The New York Times.
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