The Economic Times

Russian spies are aggressively seeking Western technology as sanctions bite, officials say

Russia's intelligence agencies are aggressively seeking Western technology and defense secrets to bolster its war economy, employing fake companies and cyber spies. Facing sanctions and war costs, Moscow is targeting advanced research, weaponry, and dual-use technology, even risking detection with cyberattacks. Mounting economic woes and battlefield stagnation are reportedly causing concern among Russian officials.