Does Patrushev have any direct influence over Russia's national security policy?
No
Yes
In certain aspects
Only in collaboration with other officers
Answer
Patrushev is the Secretary of the Security Council of Russia, which is the principal national security policy-making body of the country. As such, he has a direct influence over Russia's national security policy.
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