The book "Сборник статей об агентурно-оперативной и следственной работе КГБ СССР" (Collection of articles on counterintelligence and operational work of the KGB of the USSR) is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of counterintelligence and operational work of the Soviet Union's Committee for State Security (KGB). The book provides an in-depth look at the various aspects of counterintelligence and operational work, including the methods and techniques used by the KGB to gather information, analyze and evaluate intelligence, and conduct investigations. It also covers the legal framework for these activities and the role of the KGB in maintaining national security. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a specific aspect of counterintelligence and operational work. These include: 1. Introduction - This section provides an overview of the importance of counterintelligence and operational work in maintaining national security, as well as the history and evolution of the KGB's activities in this area. 2. Methods and Techniques - This section covers the various methods and techniques used by the KGB to gather information, such as surveillance, interrogation, and human intelligence. It also discusses the use of technology, such as wiretapping and bugging, and the importance of source evaluation. 3.

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