Tradecraft, Tactics, and Dirty Tricks

Step into the covert world of Russian espionage with this revealing insider’s account of how the Russian Intelligence Services (RIS) operate across the globe.Drawing on years of CIA field experience, Sean M. Wiswesser exposes the tactics, tradecraft, and mindset of the RIS-making this a must-read for anyone fascinated by spies, sabotage, and the high-stakes intelligence war between Russia and the West. Unmask the shadowy world of Russian espionage with this riveting exploration of the Russian Intelligence Services (RIS) and their global clandestine operations.With decades of experience as a CIA operations officer, author Sean M.Wiswesser takes readers deep into the heart of Maskirovka-the Russian art of denial, deception, and manipulation.Using historical examples and firsthand accounts, this book reveals the tactics employed by the three main services of Russia’s intelligence apparatus: the SVR, GRU, and FSB.Learn about the RIS’ use of double agents, surveillance, and “street work,” h