Inside Ukraine's covert intelligence network operating within Russia
A new BBC documentary reveals the operations of Ukrainian intelligence agents and saboteurs working within Russian territory. Individuals identified as Ivan and Foma, operating under the guidance of Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (GUR), describe their roles in tracking Russian strategic sites and facilitating drone attacks. Foma claims to manage a network of 300-500 volunteers who provide intelligence on high-ranking Russian officers and military logistics. While Ukraine officially avoids taking direct credit for these sabotage operations, intelligence sources acknowledge the effectiveness of these efforts in targeting Russian infrastructure. The participants state their primary motivation is to weaken the Putin regime, believing its collapse is tied to the outcome of the war.
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