How do you fool Russian Intelligence?

Former intelligence officer Bryan Stern describes the tradecraft he used on Russian intelligence and military services to rescue an American imprisoned in Russian-occupied Ukraine.
If you liked this episode check out these links to more hostage rescue stories:

• SpyCast - James Foley: Journalist, ISIS Hostage, Son – with His Mother Diane Foley (youtube.com/watch?v=eNeRg8hlCw8&t=1222s)

• Operación Jaque - The Daring Rescue Mission That Freed 15 Hostages (youtube.com/watch?v=Z6syGi_14sE)

• Spy Chat with Chris Costa | Guest: Ambassador Roger D. Carstens (youtube.com/watch?v=_dyTkcz1q3c)

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