Sluzhba Vneshney Razvedki is the Russian term for their foreign intelligence service, known as the SVR. The SVR is responsible for gathering intelligence outside of Russia's borders and providing the Russian government with information that can be used for diplomatic, military, and economic purposes. There are several synonyms for Sluzhba Vneshney Razvedki, including the Russian acronym SVR, as well as "Foreign Intelligence Service," "Russian Foreign Intelligence," and "Russian External Intelligence Service." These all refer to the same organization and its mission, which is to gather intelligence on foreign governments, organizations, and individuals in order to support Russian interests and national security. Regardless of the term used to describe it, the SVR is a critical component of Russia's national security apparatus and an important player on the international stage.