Bern club undergoes severe upheaval today.

The Bern Club, a secretive organization known to exist, is believed to have between 28 and 30 member countries, including all EU states, Norway, Switzerland, the UK, Australia, Israel, Canada, New Zealand, and the US. This international intelligence network, often interpreted as comprising the US CIA, British MI6, Canadian CSIS, Australian ASIO/ASIS, and New Zealand's GCSB, forms part of an extended intelligence sharing alliance related to the "Five Eyes."

However, the exact number of member countries is difficult to determine from open sources, and some sources suggest Austria may not be a member. The Bern Club does not have a governing body and does not make binding decisions for its members.

The organization's activities remain largely unknown, but it is known to be involved in information exchange with intelligence agencies from various countries. One of the most intriguing aspects of the Bern Club is its use of encrypted messaging systems for specific purposes.

"Kilowatt," an encrypted messaging system established under the Bern Club in 1974, was later changed to "Phoenix" in the 1990s. Another system, "Megathon," was a separate encrypted messaging system within the Bern Club, unrelated to "Kilowatt" or Palestinian organizations.

In addition, a 2011 document revealed the existence of two more encrypted messaging systems within the Bern Club: "Capriccio" for information on Islamic extremism, and "Toccata" for non-Islamic extremism. The encrypted messaging system "Capriccio" is associated with information on Islamic extremism, while "Toccata" is associated with information on non-Islamic extremism.

The relationship between the Bern Club and the international Counter Terrorist Group (CTG), created after the 9/11 terrorist attacks in the US, remains unclear. While some sources suggest it's separate, others indicate a connection. Neither the Bern Club nor the CTG are part of the EU's structure, but they maintain links with the EU's Intelligence and Situation Centre.

Despite the secrecy surrounding the Bern Club, its influence in global intelligence operations is undeniable. The organization's use of encrypted messaging systems underscores its commitment to preserving confidentiality while sharing critical information. As more information about the Bern Club becomes available, the public's understanding of this secretive organization is likely to grow.