GRU

The GRU (Main Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation) is Russia's military intelligence agency. Recent news highlights the GRU's alleged involvement in several international incidents, bringing it into the spotlight. These include the attempted assassination of a high-profile military general, Lt. Gen. Vladimir Alexeyev, with suspects identified and Russia planning to interrogate them. Furthermore, Germany has accused the GRU of a cyberattack on its air traffic control system and attempted electoral interference. The GRU is also linked to the 2018 Salisbury poisoning, with a public inquiry finding President Putin morally responsible for the death of a British woman caught in the crossfire. These events underscore the GRU's continued relevance as a key player in Russia's foreign policy and its alleged engagement in activities that destabilize international relations and threaten national security.