Vladimir Girkin

Former Russian military officer and commander

Vladimir Girkin is a former Russian military officer and commander who has been involved in several high-profile conflicts, including the annexation of Crimea and the ongoing conflict in eastern Ukraine. Girkin is known for his unconventional tactics and has been the subject of much controversy. He has written extensively on military strategy and has been a frequent guest on Russian TV shows. Girkin is based in Mosco...