The Soviet secret police known for torturing, jailing and killing millions was filled with "patriots," says Putin
Whatever the historical context, most of the Kremlin's agents "have always been true servants of the state and patriots," the former KGB officer said. Russian President Vladimir Putin has declared the infamous Soviet Cheka secret police “integral” to the country’s history and stated that those who served in the ranks of the Kremlin’s security forces were patriots.
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