"I nicknamed AQ Khan the 'Merchant of Death'": Ex-CIA officer says Pakistani generals were on Khan's payroll
Nov 23, 2025
Former CIA officer James Lawler recounted how he exposed AQ Khan's global nuclear network, detailed CIA sabotage operations, and warned of growing proliferation risks. He also reflected on his career, his "Mad Dog" nickname, and the need for stronger US-India cooperation to prevent nuclear conflict.