Since President Vladimir Putin's invasion of Ukraine, a wave of attacks and harassment targeting Russians across Europe and beyond has been attributed to Moscow's intelligence operatives. These incidents have raised concerns about the Kremlin's ability to silence dissent even outside Russia's borders.
Individuals such as military defectors, opposition figures, and journalists have been subjected to various forms of intimidation. From fatal shootings to suspected poisonings, the tactics employed by Russian security services have instilled fear among Putin's critics.
