Many suspect Russia harbors hostility toward the U.S. and its allies—but intelligence expert Dr. Fred Hoffman offers an even stronger warning: Russia is actively waging an intelligence war against the West. With over 30 years of experience in the U.S. intelligence community as a human intelligence (HUMINT) officer and military attaché operating in 28 countries, Hoffman brings unmatched insight into Moscow’s tactics. Fluent in German and proficient in Mandarin Chinese and Russian, and holding advanced degrees in Information Systems, Strategic Intelligence, and Asian Studies, he is uniquely positioned to dissect Russia’s complex strategies.In this exclusive interview, Dr. Hoffman reveals how, far from scaling back under global scrutiny, Russia’s intelligence networks have dramatically intensified operations throughout Western countries. He describes how Russia leverages cyberattacks, misinformation campaigns, and extensive covert networks to undermine democratic institutions. Hoffman’s expert analysis highlights the urgent need for Western nations to acknowledge this escalating threat and swiftly implement stronger counterintelligence measures—warning that delay could have profound and lasting consequences for global security.