How do journalists report on Russia’s war when its consequences extend far beyond the battlefield? Shaun Walker and Pjotr Sauer discuss their reporting on Russia, the war in Ukraine, and the covert operations increasingly playing out across Europe.

Drawing on years of experience reporting on Russia and Ukraine, they explore how the Kremlin operates beyond its borders: from espionage and Russia’s network of “illegals” to sabotage and other forms of hybrid warfare. What do these tactics tell us about Russia’s confrontation with Europe, and how can journalists uncover operations that are designed to remain hidden?