How Russian Consuls Do Putin’s Bidding Overseas l Ukraine War

While the Russian military is fighting battles on the ground in Ukraine, Russia’s “shadow diplomats” are active across the world. Russia has appointed dozens of honorary consuls who are spreading pro-Kremlin sentiment around the world. Some reports claim these “shadow diplomats” are active overseas, covertly assisting Putin’s Ukraine goals. Who are honorary consuls and why are they significant? Is Putin using consuls abroad to serve his interest in Ukraine? 0:00 - Introduction 0:23 - Vladimir Putin’s “shadow Army” Active in Many Nations 0:47 - Under Putin, Russia Appoints Consuls Across 6 Continents 1:43 - How Consuls Have Served Putin Over the Years 3:23 - How Consuls Serve Putin’s Ukraine Goals 4:20 - West Wary of Putin’s “shadow Army”?