‘Like a drill going into my eye’: why the mystery over Havana syndrome refuses to die
The article explores the ongoing mystery of Havana syndrome, a collection of debilitating symptoms reported by CIA officers. It examines theories ranging from mass hysteria to potential attacks by foreign adversaries using energy weapons.
Why it matters
The syndrome remains a significant national security and intelligence mystery, impacting the health of government personnel and international relations.
The mystery of Havana syndrome refuses to die. Illustration: Alex Mellon for the Guardian : Getty Images The mystery of Havana syndrome refuses to die. Illustration: Alex Mellon for the Guardian : Getty Images The Saturday read CIA ‘Like a drill going into my eye’: why the mystery over Havana syndrome refuses to die Dozens of CIA officers have been afflicted by debilitating symptoms over the past decade. Are they the result of ‘mass hysteria’? Or are they from attacks with an energy weapon and, if so, who is responsible? And has there been a cover-up?
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