CIA's Video Recruitment Campaign Targets Disillusioned Russians

The CIA has released a video aimed at disenchanted Russians, urging them to inform on their leaders, claiming it's an effective tactic amidst growing discontent with the war in Ukraine. The video, narrated by a fictionalized father, highlights frustration with Russia's oligarchs and contrasts their opulence with the plight of soldiers. The agency claims the tactic is working, with increased outreach from Russians, and is tapping into domestic frustration with the war. The video, posted on social channels and Telegram, seeks to encourage informants through a dedicated Russian-language channel, as tensions stemming from the war in Ukraine present recruitment opportunities.