Unmasking Maskov: How Bellingcat Found a Man Outfitting Russian Neo-Nazis

An investigation links the far-right brand H8Core to Roman Vasilyevich Morin, a former Wagner fighter and admin of the pro-Wagner “White Uncles in Africa” Telegram channel, using social media artifacts, leaked databases, and visual/tattoo matches to corroborate his identity, service in Libya, and ties to Rusich. The report details how H8Core and allied channels promote neo-Nazi and pro-Wagner merchandise, disseminate graphic propaganda, and recruit via Telegram, illustrating the monetization and amplification of Wagner-linked influence through online retail and social media.