Espionage agents, also known as spies, intelligence officers, or secret agents, are individuals who gather and report information on behalf of a government or organization without authorization from the target of their investigation. They operate undercover to obtain classified information and often engage in covert activities to achieve their objectives. Other synonyms for espionage agents include operatives, spooks, moles, infiltrators, informants, and surveillants. These individuals rely heavily on their skills of observation, intelligence gathering, and deception to remain undetected while performing their duties. Despite the risks involved in their work, espionage agents play a critical role in safeguarding the national security of their respective countries.