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Kit Klarenberg is the chief reporter for The Grayzone UK, and founder of Active Measures.
Secret British Military Plot to Prolong the Ukraine War and Target Independent Media
The Grayzone recently reported on leaked documents exposing “Project Alchemy,” a covert British military and intelligence operation aimed at escalating the Ukraine proxy war and targeting independent media outlets like The Grayzone itself. Kit Klarenberg, The Grayzone UK’s chief reporter, shared insights during a podcast with Kim Iversen.
Discovering Project Alchemy
According to Klarenberg, The Grayzone has long covered leaks that highlight Britain’s significant role in prosecuting and escalating the Ukraine war. Project Alchemy involves a network of British military, intelligence figures, and academics, aiming to influence Western and U.S. narratives about the war. The documents suggest extensive British efforts to sway public opinion, conduct sabotage operations, and even influence U.S. government strategies.
Britain’s Role in Escalation
Britain’s involvement in Ukraine is striking. Unlike the U.S., where former President Barack Obama exercised caution in escalating support for Ukraine post-Maidan, Britain embraced aggressive measures. Klarenberg details how British forces trained Ukrainian paramilitaries accused of atrocities in Donbas and developed covert operations like the Kirch Bridge bombing, executed as part of Project Alchemy.
A key figure in these operations is Chris Donnelly, a NATO veteran and Ministry of Defense operative, who has advocated for isolating and economically crippling Russia. The strategy is reminiscent of Cold War tactics, aiming to weaken Russia through sanctions and black propaganda, while exploiting Ukraine’s natural resources.
Public Manipulation and Hidden Agendas
Project Alchemy’s leaked documents reveal planned propaganda campaigns to maintain public support for the war despite its impact on British living standards. Klarenberg notes that destabilizing Russia would exacerbate Europe’s migration crisis, as millions of Ukrainian and potentially Russian refugees flee. This raises questions about the long-term objectives of such policies, as Britain’s historical rivalry with Russia seems to outweigh immediate economic and humanitarian concerns.
Parallels with Operation Gladio
The secretive strategies of Project Alchemy echo Operation Gladio, a Cold War-era program where NATO maintained “stay-behind” armies to manipulate European politics through staged terror attacks. Klarenberg explains how similar tactics, including creating partisan groups for sabotage in Russian-occupied territories, are now being replicated in Ukraine. These actions risk escalating violence and spreading instability across Europe.
Censorship and Media Suppression
Targeting independent media is a core element of Project Alchemy. Leaked plans describe methods to financially cripple outlets like The Grayzone through lawsuits and censorship. Klarenberg shares personal experiences of harassment and detainment under counterterrorism laws, illustrating the risks faced by journalists challenging state narratives.
The British state’s hostility toward dissenting voices is part of a broader crackdown on free press across Western democracies. Cases like Klarenberg’s, and similar incidents involving other journalists, highlight the growing authoritarianism of governments professing to uphold democratic values.
A Looming Shadow Over Europe
As the Ukraine war drags on, Klarenberg predicts lasting consequences for Europe. The war has created a generation of embittered, battle-hardened Ukrainian veterans, posing a potential security risk. Far-right groups are exploiting the refugee crisis, spreading nationalist ideologies across the continent. Meanwhile, the economic fallout of the war disproportionately harms European citizens while leaving Russia relatively unscathed.
Conclusion
Klarenberg’s reporting sheds light on the motivations driving Project Alchemy and the broader geopolitical strategies behind the Ukraine war. These revelations underscore the need for public scrutiny of military-industrial policies and their impact on global stability. The Grayzone’s investigative efforts are crucial in exposing these hidden dynamics, challenging narratives, and holding power accountable.
Kit Klarenberg is the chief reporter for The Grayzone UK, and founder of Active Measures.
https://thegrayzone.com/2024/11/20/leaked-files-uk-military-plot-grayzone/