Mark Galeotti is a renowned British historian and expert in security affairs, specializing in Russian politics and global organized crime. Holding a PhD from the London School of Economics, he has served as a senior researcher at the Institute of International Relations Prague and a visiting fellow at the European Council on Foreign Relations. Galeotti has authored numerous authoritative books, including "The Vory: Russia’s Super Mafia" and "We Need to Talk About Putin," and regularly contributes to media outlets like The Guardian and The Spectator. His insightful analysis and expertise make him a sought-after speaker on international security and Russian foreign policy.