The KGB Playbook Putin Is STILL Using Today

Russia’s spy network is larger and more dangerous than ever. Beyond stealing top-secret intelligence, Russian operatives have successfully recruited agents from NATO countries and planted sleeper cells across the West. Leaked reports and breaking news reveal a disturbing reality—Russian agents are engaged in sabotage, terrorism, and assassinations. How deep does this infiltration go? What are the global security risks? Watch now as we uncover the hidden war being waged in the shadows. Former U.S. Army Counterintelligence Special Agent David DeBatto exposes the stakes in this high-risk game of espionage and tells Kyiv Post's Jason Smart what we should expect next. DeBatto is the host of No Delusion Zone, a YouTube podcast where he interviews world leaders, journalists, authors, and experts on global affairs. With decades of experience in military intelligence and counterintelligence, he has extensively analyzed the threats posed by Russia, including its Soviet-era espionage tactics and modern intelligence operations. A combat veteran of Operation Iraqi Freedom, DeBatto also served as an instructor at the U.S. Army Reserve Counterintelligence Special Agent course, training personnel in espionage detection, counterterrorism, and strategic intelligence gathering. Since retiring from military service, he has authored a four-volume novel series, published numerous articles on intelligence and geopolitics, and appeared on major television and radio networks, as well as podcasts. His expertise has been critical in discussions on Russian military strategy, Soviet intelligence legacy, Ukraine, Vladimir Putin, NATO, and the broader impact of modern authoritarianism. Since February 24, 2022, DeBatto has focused almost exclusively on Russia’s unprovoked war against Ukraine, analyzing its intelligence operations, hybrid warfare strategies, and the continued influence of the KGB/FSB in shaping Putin’s geopolitical ambitions. David DeBatto can be followed: YouTube: http://youtube.com/@NoDelusionZone Website: www.protectingtherepublic.com Dr. Jason Jay Smart can be followed: YouTube: ‪‪@jasonjaysmart X: https://x.com/OfficeJJSmart Facebook: facebook.com/JasonJaySmart LinkedIn: /jasonjaysmart Web: JasonJaySmart.com #Russia #RussianSpies #Espionage #NATO #Putin #FSB #KGB #SleeperAgents #SpyGame #Sabotage #Geopolitics #WorldNews #Intelligence #Counterintelligence #EspionageThriller #RussiaUkraineWar #MilitarySecrets #SpyWars #nationalsecurity Chapters: 00:00 Intro 01:05 How Big of a Threat is Russia to U.S. Intelligence? 03:10 Russian Spies in the U.S. – How They Operate 06:25 How Russia Recruits Traitors in NATO & U.S. Military 09:15 The Tactics of Russian Intelligence – "Honeypots" & Financial Leverage 12:45 Who is Most Vulnerable to Russian Espionage? 15:30 The Role of Social Media in Russian Influence Operations 18:20 Why is the U.S. Losing the Cyber War to Russia? 21:05 The Rise of Pro-Russian Narratives in the West 23:45 The Role of the Media in Combating Disinformation 26:10 FBI Investigations into Sanctions Violations – The Russian Connection 28:55 U.S. Military Encounters with Internal Espionage 31:40 Final Thoughts – How to Counter Russian Influence