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Russian court prolongs French researcher's detention until February 2025. Laurent Vinatier faces charges of collecting military information without proper registration, straining Russia-France relations.
Laurent Vinatier, a French citizen, is set to stand trial in Russia for allegedly gathering military information illegally. The case highlights tensions between Moscow and Paris amid the ongoing Ukraine conflict.
Russia's FSB initiates criminal cases against international journalists for reporting on Ukrainian military activities in Kursk region. Diplomatic tensions rise as media outlets defend their coverage.
Russia's FSB opens criminal case against CNN reporter and two Ukrainian journalists for alleged illegal border crossing into Kursk region. International arrest warrant may be issued soon.
Russian forces repel Ukrainian sabotage team in Bryansk, while reporting multiple drone interceptions across regions. A military facility in Volgograd targeted, leading to temporary airport closure.
A Russian court has sentenced Russian-American Ksenia Karelina to 12 years for treason over a small donation to Ukraine. The case highlights the risks of travel to Russia and the rise of hostage diplomacy.
A Russian court has sentenced Ksenia Khavana, a U. S.-Russian dual national, to 12 years in prison for treason. She was accused of fundraising for the Ukrainian military during a visit to her family in Russia.
A Russian-American woman received a 12-year prison sentence in Russia for donating $51 to a Ukrainian charity. The case highlights tensions between Russia and the West amid ongoing conflict.
Russian-linked hackers launch sophisticated phishing attacks against Kremlin critics worldwide. The campaign, attributed to intelligence-affiliated groups, poses significant risks to targets, especially those in Russia.
Russian intelligence services are using advanced phishing techniques to target opponents and journalists. The attacks, attributed to FSB-linked groups, exploit deep knowledge of targets and impersonation tactics.
Ukrainian forces advance into Russia's Kursk region, capturing territory and soldiers. Kyiv insists the operation aims to protect Ukrainian lives, while Moscow labels it a "terrorist attack" and promises consequences.
Ukrainian troops have penetrated 12 km into Russia's Kursk region, controlling 28 communities. Putin orders military to expel invaders as civilians evacuate. The incursion challenges Russian military capabilities and leadership.
Russia imposes anti-terrorist regime in border regions following Ukrainian incursion. Fighting continues as concerns rise over the safety of Kursk nuclear power station, prompting IAEA to call for restraint.
Russia implements anti-terrorism measures in Kursk, Belgorod, and Bryansk regions bordering Ukraine. Actions include potential resident displacement, transport restrictions, and increased surveillance.
Ukrainian troops launched an unexpected incursion into Russia's Kursk region, leaving a trail of destroyed military vehicles. Russian authorities struggle to repel the advance, declaring a state of emergency.
Russian prosecutors have requested a 15-year prison term for Ksenia Khavana, a Russian-American woman accused of treason. Khavana pleaded guilty to collecting funds for Ukraine's military.
Russian prosecutors demand a 15-year sentence for Russian-American Ksenia Karelina, accused of treason for donating $51 to a Ukrainian charity. Her sentencing is scheduled for August 15, 2024.
Recently freed Russian dissidents discuss potential future prisoner exchanges. Oleg Orlov, rights campaigner, speaks in Berlin about the recent swap and ongoing efforts to release more political prisoners from Russia.
Russian officials report thwarting a Ukrainian attempt to cross the border in Kursk region. The incident follows earlier shelling that reportedly injured five people, including three children.
A major prisoner exchange between the US and Russia, involving 24 individuals across 7 countries, showcases diplomatic efforts. The swap, including journalists and activists, highlights contrasting approaches and election-year implications.
Evidence suggests Moscow orchestrated Yanukovych's 2014 departure, implementing a plan to annex Crimea and destabilize eastern Ukraine. This reveals Putin's long-term goal of dismembering Ukraine, beyond merely preventing NATO expansion.
Russian sleeper agents, including families, were exchanged in a significant prisoner swap with the West. Children discovered their true identities only after the flight to Moscow.
A major US-Russia prisoner exchange sparks optimism for Ksenia Karelina, a Russian-American detained for a small charity donation. Her boyfriend remains hopeful as her trial approaches.
Paul Whelan, a former U. S. marine, has been freed from Russian custody after nearly six years of detention on espionage charges. His release was part of a prisoner exchange amid strained U.S.-Russia relations.
In a landmark exchange involving multiple nations, Russia has freed 16 individuals, including American journalists and political prisoners. The swap, the largest since the Cold War, doesn't signal improved relations with Moscow.
Analysis of the potential risks and consequences of assassinating Vladimir Putin, examining historical precedents, Russian power structures, and practical challenges. The article questions the wisdom of such a high-stakes action.