Intelligence
Putin notes growth in foreign intelligence activity in
Russia
December 20, 20:30 UTC+3
The head of state underscored that protection of the state border should be in the focus of attention
The head of state underscored that protection of the state border should be in the focus of attention
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MOSCOW,
December 20. /TASS/. Russian President Vladimir Putin has noted a growth in
activities of foreign special services in Russia.
“Extreme
composure and mobilization is demanded from the counterintelligence units,”
Putin said at a gala night marking Day of Security Service Officers on
Saturday.
“Activity
of foreign special services working on Russia is on the rise since only the
counterintelligence service alone has exposed 230 employees and agents of
foreign intelligence.”
The
head of state underscored that protection of the state border should be in the
focus of attention.
“The
Foreign Intelligence Service is faced with a broad range of tasks, first of all
prognosis and analysis of possible risks and threats, along with assessment of
the current and probable development of key international events,” Putin said.
Also,
he said words of gratitude to officers of the Federal Guard Service for their
strenuous work while ensuring security for visitors and athletes at the Sochi
Winter Olympics and Paralympics.
Russian
President also has urged the security service officers to step up the
effectiveness of their fight against terrorism and extremism.
“This
year, thanks to your resolute activities about 60 terrorism-related crimes have
been prevented, including eight terrorist plots. The activities of 46 terrorist
and extremist organisations have been stopped in the country,” Putin said.
He
said that efficiency of preventive anti-terrorism measures should be stepped up
and cooperation with institutions of the civil society in counteracting
terrorism, extremism, nationalism and xenophobia should be strengthened.
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