The Night Wolves, Russia's largest and most influential motorcycle club, are a group of ultra-orthodox, patriotic bikers with deep ties to the Kremlin. Led by Alexander Zaldostanov, known as the Surgeon, the club has gained notoriety for its political activism, including its involvement in the conflict in Ukraine and its staunch support for President Vladimir Putin. While the Night Wolves present themselves as peaceful motorcycle enthusiasts, critics and experts view them as a paramilitary organization that serves as a tool for Russian state propaganda and political influence, often operating in the shadows of the law.