What Does GRU Stand For?
GRU stands for Glavnoye Razvedivatel Noye Upravileniye
The GRU, or Glavnoye Razvedivatel Noye Upravileniye, is the Main Intelligence Directorate of the General Staff of the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation. It serves as a military intelligence agency, responsible for gathering and analyzing foreign intelligence, conducting reconnaissance operations, and supporting military planning and operations. Established in 1918, the GRU operates both domestically and internationally, playing a critical role in national security and defense strategies.
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