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Information security
fromSecurityWeek
1 day ago

UK Cyberspying Chief Calls AI 'an Unstoppable Force' and Warns About Russia

AI is being weaponized in hybrid ways, and urgent cybersecurity action is needed to prevent Western losses in cyberspace.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Russia is targeting UK's infrastructure and democracy, GCHQ head to say

Russia targets UK critical infrastructure, democratic processes, supply chains, and public trust through cyber and sabotage operations.
#lgbtq-rights
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

13-year-old Russian kid prosecuted for "LGBT propaganda" after he shared a video he found online - LGBTQ Nation

A 13-year-old in Russia was charged for sharing LGBTQ-related content labeled extremist, after classmates and parents complained, under expanded propaganda and extremist bans.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

13-year-old Russian kid prosecuted for "LGBT propaganda" after he shared a video he found online - LGBTQ Nation

A 13-year-old in Russia was charged for sharing LGBTQ-related content labeled extremist, after classmates and parents complained, under expanded propaganda and extremist bans.
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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Czech police release Russian bishop after white powder' found in his car

A Russian Orthodox bishop detained in Czechia on drug possession suspicions was released without charge after Moscow condemned the arrest as a setup.
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

Czech police detain Russian priest over white substance' find

Czech police detained Russian Orthodox Bishop Hilarion after suspicious white substances were found in his car, prompting Moscow to claim provocation and demand release.
#belarus
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Something big taking place': Why has Russia sent more nukes to Belarus?

Belarus joined Russia’s nuclear drills for the first time, increasing readiness of tactical and strategic forces while balancing dependence on Moscow with improved ties to the United States.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine eyes Belarus border activities as Russian strikes persist

Belarus faces sanctions from Ukraine due to its involvement in Russia's war, with Zelenskyy warning against aggression and preparing for defense.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Something big taking place': Why has Russia sent more nukes to Belarus?

Belarus joined Russia’s nuclear drills for the first time, increasing readiness of tactical and strategic forces while balancing dependence on Moscow with improved ties to the United States.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine eyes Belarus border activities as Russian strikes persist

Belarus faces sanctions from Ukraine due to its involvement in Russia's war, with Zelenskyy warning against aggression and preparing for defense.
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European startups
fromTechzine Global
1 week ago

EU may exempt sanctioned Chinese chipmaker to fill Nexperia gap

A temporary EU exemption is being prepared for Yangjie to prevent European automakers’ chip shortages despite EU sanctions over Russia-linked dual-use shipments.
#putin
fromFortune
1 week ago
Russo-Ukrainian War

Former top Russian official admits the country is over Putin and can 'imagine a future without him' - even elites bail as Kremlin seizes their assets | Fortune

Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

As economic despair mounts, Russian official admits the country has had enough of Putin's war on Ukraine. 'We can't even take one region' | Fortune

Putin's popularity is declining as the economy falters and military setbacks in Ukraine continue to mount.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
1 week ago

Former top Russian official admits the country is over Putin and can 'imagine a future without him' - even elites bail as Kremlin seizes their assets | Fortune

Russian elites increasingly describe Putin’s actions without “we,” reflecting growing belief in a future without him amid war costs and repression.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

As economic despair mounts, Russian official admits the country has had enough of Putin's war on Ukraine. 'We can't even take one region' | Fortune

Putin's popularity is declining as the economy falters and military setbacks in Ukraine continue to mount.
more#putin
#iran
World politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago

Luke Coffey On How Tehran Has Adapted Kremlin Negotiation Tactics

Iran’s negotiation approach mirrors Russia’s strategy: prolong talks, seek incremental concessions, and avoid meaningful commitments while maintaining diplomacy optics.
World politics
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
1 week ago

Luke Coffey On How Tehran Has Adapted Kremlin Negotiation Tactics

Iran’s negotiation approach mirrors Russia’s strategy: prolong talks, seek incremental concessions, and avoid meaningful commitments while maintaining diplomacy optics.
more#iran
#victory-day-parade
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Red Square V-Day parade scaled back due to Ukrainian drone strike fears

Victory Day events in Moscow were heavily scaled back, with restricted foreign media and no heavy weapons, due to fears of Ukrainian drone strikes despite a ceasefire.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Red Square V-Day parade scaled back due to Ukrainian drone strike fears

Victory Day events in Moscow were heavily scaled back, with restricted foreign media and no heavy weapons, due to fears of Ukrainian drone strikes despite a ceasefire.
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Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.npr.org
2 weeks ago

Putin hails Russia's test launch of a new ballistic missile

Russia test-fired the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile to modernize nuclear forces, with Putin claiming it will enter combat service by year’s end.
#victory-day
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Scaled-back Victory Day parade held in Moscow

Russia held a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow due to Ukraine attack threats, featuring missile and weapons displays instead of heavy hardware and with Putin pledging victory in Ukraine.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 weeks ago

Scaled-back Victory Day parade held in Moscow

Russia held a scaled-back Victory Day parade in Moscow due to Ukraine attack threats, featuring missile and weapons displays instead of heavy hardware and with Putin pledging victory in Ukraine.
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#venice-biennale
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

At the Venice Biennale I saw anger at Russia and Israel and its leadership pretending everything was fine | Charlotte Higgins

Russia returned to the Venice Biennale with a busy pavilion, while protests and visa-related claims fueled criticism amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
Europe news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

At the Venice Biennale I saw anger at Russia and Israel and its leadership pretending everything was fine | Charlotte Higgins

Russia returned to the Venice Biennale with a busy pavilion, while protests and visa-related claims fueled criticism amid ongoing war in Ukraine.
more#venice-biennale
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

Russia deports man over his rave review of a mini skirt - LGBTQ Nation

A Russian court ordered deportation for a man who posted a favorable mini-skirt review featuring images of himself modeling it, citing non-traditional sexuality propaganda laws.
#ukraine
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Russia tells diplomats to leave Kyiv in case Moscow launches mass strikes

Moscow threatens retaliation against Ukraine if attacks occur during Victory Day commemorations, urging diplomatic evacuations from Kyiv.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine accuses Russia of breaking unilateral ceasefire

Russia violated Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire by launching over 100 drones and missiles, resulting in at least 27 deaths and numerous injuries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine released new videos of its local missiles blasting off for 900-mile strikes on Russia's rear

Ukraine's FP-5 Flamingo missiles successfully targeted a military complex in Russia, demonstrating advanced capabilities with a range of 1,860 miles.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

Russia tells diplomats to leave Kyiv in case Moscow launches mass strikes

Moscow threatens retaliation against Ukraine if attacks occur during Victory Day commemorations, urging diplomatic evacuations from Kyiv.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine accuses Russia of breaking unilateral ceasefire

Russia violated Ukraine's unilateral ceasefire by launching over 100 drones and missiles, resulting in at least 27 deaths and numerous injuries.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.businessinsider.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine released new videos of its local missiles blasting off for 900-mile strikes on Russia's rear

Ukraine's FP-5 Flamingo missiles successfully targeted a military complex in Russia, demonstrating advanced capabilities with a range of 1,860 miles.
more#ukraine
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 weeks ago

DOJ says ransomware gang tapped into Russian government databases | TechCrunch

Latvian hacker Deniss Zolotarjovs was sentenced to over eight years for ransomware attacks linked to the Russian gang Karakurt.
Arts
fromArtnet News
3 weeks ago

Pussy Riot Storms Russia Pavilion at Venice Biennale | Artnet News

Pussy Riot protested Russia's return to the Venice Biennale, demanding the closure of its pavilion and advocating for oppressed peoples' art.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromThe Nation
3 weeks ago

Why Is Everybody in Russia Talking About Victoria Bonya?

Victoria Bonya's Instagram post criticizing Putin highlights the disconnect between the government and the people, sparking widespread public discussion.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Macron backs Armenia's pro-Europe PM as re-election campaign draws to close

Emmanuel Macron supports Armenia's alignment with Europe, criticizing Russia's abandonment after the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Zelenskyy condemns Russian cynicism' over parade truce as attack kills five

Zelenskyy condemns Russia's ceasefire request as cynical while continuing attacks, highlighting the contradiction in seeking a truce for a military parade.
Russo-Ukrainian War
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Ukraine war briefing: Duelling ceasefires as Zelenskyy floats open-ended truce

Zelenskyy proposed a ceasefire to Putin, while Russia threatened missile strikes if demands were not met, reflecting ongoing tensions and unilateral ceasefire patterns.
#austria
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Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Germany's military power is on the rise. This time it must be firmly embedded in Europe | Timothy Garton Ash

Germany is set to become the leading military power in Europe, raising concerns about regional stability and defense dynamics.
#northern-sea-route
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter path for shipping between Asia and Europe but faces significant political and environmental challenges.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter path for shipping between Asia and Europe but faces significant political and environmental challenges.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter shipping path but faces significant geopolitical and environmental challenges, limiting its current use.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why the Northern Sea Route is a risky bet for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter shipping path but faces significant political and environmental challenges, limiting its current use and potential.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter path for shipping between Asia and Europe but faces significant political and environmental challenges.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter path for shipping between Asia and Europe but faces significant political and environmental challenges.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why Russia's Northern Sea Route is a risk for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter shipping path but faces significant geopolitical and environmental challenges, limiting its current use.
Europe news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Why the Northern Sea Route is a risky bet for global trade

The Northern Sea Route offers a shorter shipping path but faces significant political and environmental challenges, limiting its current use and potential.
more#northern-sea-route
fromMeduza
4 weeks ago

Russia blocks VPN access to major platforms, moves to charge for mobile VPN traffic - Meduza

The Kremlin's ongoing battle against VPNs has intensified, with a law banning circumvention of blocked websites introduced in 2017 and mass bans on VPN services starting in 2021. By 2024, advertising for these services was also prohibited, marking a significant escalation in efforts to control internet access.
Privacy technologies
Cryptocurrency
fromRadioFreeEurope/RadioLiberty
4 weeks ago

A7, Company Implicated In Sanctions Evasion, Reportedly Linked To Russian Oligarchs

A7, a payments company, is implicated in sanctions evasion using a ruble-backed cryptocurrency, A7A5, with ties to Russian oligarchs and the Kremlin.
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