
The involvement of a female agent in a Russian espionage ring is a “world away from the classic spy case” such as George Blake, her barrister has said.
Katrin Ivanova, 33, is due to be sentenced for her part in the UK-based spy network, alongside fellow Bulgarian nationals Vanya Gaberova, 30, and Tihomir Ivanov Ivanchev, 39, who were found guilty at the Old Bailey in March.