We discuss Russian cyber disinformation. Historical instances from the Cold War to today show consistent themes, motives, and strategies used by Russia in shaping narratives, manipulating public opinion, and undermining democratic processes. In examining social media, state-controlled media outlets, propaganda, and cyber operations, we see an intricate web of techniques to disseminate false information, amplify divisive narratives, and exploit vulnerabilities in target societies. Often the Russian source of this disinformation can be detected from the frequent use of their favorite keywords such as “election” and “fraud”, “crime” and “Western”, or “revolution” and “CIA”. We examine possible countermeasures to combat Russian disinformation, such as fact checking, media-literacy programs, and sharing of information. We also must bolster cybersecurity, promote transparency in social-media platforms, and develop comprehensive legislation to address the multifaceted nature of disinformation.