NYT reveals how Russia gets Japanese technology into its weapons: a secret GRU unit, an Aeroflot cover job, and a cargo route through Sri Lanka

The New York Times has uncovered a sophisticated operation by Russia's GRU to acquire Japanese technology for its weapons, involving a covert unit, Aeroflot for covert transport, and a cargo route through Sri Lanka. Despite Japanese manufacturers' claims of no sensitive exports to Russia, intermediaries facilitate this clandestine transfer. This revelation sheds light on the extensive measures Russia takes to bypass international restrictions, highlighting the broader implications for global technology security and arms control. For more details, check out the full article.