A former Russian double agent is critically ill following his suspected exposure to an unknown substance, it is understood. A former Russian double agent is critically ill following his suspected exposure to an unknown substance, it is understood. Skripal was convicted in 2006 of passing state secrets to MI6 before being given refuge in the UK as part of a spy swap. "They are currently being treated for suspected exposure to an unknown substance. A spokesman for Public Health England (PHE) said anyone exposed to the unknown substance had been decontaminated "as is standard practice in situations like this".

Source: Irish Independent March 05, 2018 18:53 UTC