EPISODE · Sep 16, 2026 · 23 MIN
To Disrupt Russia’s Shadow War, Follow the Money
from Insider: Short of War · host Irregular Warfare Initiative
In this deep-dive episode, we explore how Russian illicit finance has evolved into the operational backbone of Moscow’s irregular warfare strategy. From Bulgarian spy rings in English seaside towns to crypto-fueled sabotage gig-economy schemes across Europe, we break down how state intelligence services leverage criminal laundromats, stablecoins, and non-state actors to bypass Western sanctions. Tune in to understand why following the money is the key to disrupting Russia’s modern shadow war.
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This episode examines how Russia leverages illicit financial infrastructure, cryptocurrency rails, and criminal networks to power covert operations across Europe. It highlights actionable strategies for Western intelligence to track, target, and disrupt these state-linked financial pipelines.
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