Lawmaker shot dead in parliament in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia
Vakhtang Golandzia, a politician in Abkhazia, was killed in a shooting at the parliament, resulting in political turmoil and violence in the region.
Georgia's ruling party nominates far-right ex-footballer for president
Mikheil Kavelashvili represents the ruling Georgian Dream party amidst protests and accusations of election rigging, indicating political turmoil in Georgia.
Lawmaker shot dead in parliament in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia
Vakhtang Golandzia, a politician in Abkhazia, was killed in a shooting at the parliament, resulting in political turmoil and violence in the region.
Georgia's ruling party nominates far-right ex-footballer for president
Mikheil Kavelashvili represents the ruling Georgian Dream party amidst protests and accusations of election rigging, indicating political turmoil in Georgia.
Georgia adopts anti-LGBTQ law, raising concerns ahead of elections
Georgia's new law discriminating against LGBTQ people hinders its EU accession process.
Protesters gather for third night of demonstrations after Georgia announces suspension of EU talks
Protests in Georgia reflect significant public dissent against the government's decision to halt EU accession talks amid allegations of electoral manipulation.
Georgian president calls for protests after disputed election
Georgia's president rejects election results, citing Russian interference and urging protests.
The election is seen as a crucial referendum on Georgia's European future.
In Georgia Protests, Echoes of Ukraine's Past Revolutions
Georgia faces rising tensions reminiscent of Ukraine's pre-war period, with an authoritarian government pushing closer to Moscow.
Georgia must change course to open EU membership talks, says European Commission
The European Commission will not recommend EU membership talks with Georgia due to the ruling party's shift away from pro-Western reforms.
Georgians protest to denounce ruling party win in elections
Mass protests erupted in Georgia after elections were declared rigged, with both the opposition and president condemning the ruling party's victory.
Georgia adopts anti-LGBTQ law, raising concerns ahead of elections
Georgia's new law discriminating against LGBTQ people hinders its EU accession process.
Protesters gather for third night of demonstrations after Georgia announces suspension of EU talks
Protests in Georgia reflect significant public dissent against the government's decision to halt EU accession talks amid allegations of electoral manipulation.
Georgian president calls for protests after disputed election
Georgia's president rejects election results, citing Russian interference and urging protests.
The election is seen as a crucial referendum on Georgia's European future.
In Georgia Protests, Echoes of Ukraine's Past Revolutions
Georgia faces rising tensions reminiscent of Ukraine's pre-war period, with an authoritarian government pushing closer to Moscow.
Georgia must change course to open EU membership talks, says European Commission
The European Commission will not recommend EU membership talks with Georgia due to the ruling party's shift away from pro-Western reforms.
Georgians protest to denounce ruling party win in elections
Mass protests erupted in Georgia after elections were declared rigged, with both the opposition and president condemning the ruling party's victory.
Moldova votes for president, EU path amid Russian interference allegations
Moldova's votes on Sunday are pivotal for EU accession and countering Russian influence amid the Ukraine war.
Romania: Top court annuls presidential election results DW 12/06/2024
Romania's constitutional court annulled presidential election results due to alleged Russian backing for front-runner Calin Georgescu, necessitating a complete re-run of the election.
Moldova votes in tense presidential runoff DW 11/03/2024
Moldova's presidential runoff is critical for its EU membership aspirations amid concerns over Russian influence and interference.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu claimed victory in the runoff election, marking a decisive moment for the country's pro-European Union aspirations against Russian influence.
Moldova votes for president, EU path amid Russian interference allegations
Moldova's votes on Sunday are pivotal for EU accession and countering Russian influence amid the Ukraine war.
Romania: Top court annuls presidential election results DW 12/06/2024
Romania's constitutional court annulled presidential election results due to alleged Russian backing for front-runner Calin Georgescu, necessitating a complete re-run of the election.
Moldova votes in tense presidential runoff DW 11/03/2024
Moldova's presidential runoff is critical for its EU membership aspirations amid concerns over Russian influence and interference.
Moldovan President Maia Sandu claimed victory in the runoff election, marking a decisive moment for the country's pro-European Union aspirations against Russian influence.
Gagauzia: Moldova's overwhelmingly pro-Russian region DW 11/01/2024
Gagauzia shows strong pro-Russian sentiment, rejecting EU ties in favor of Russia, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.
Moldovans vote in presidential runoff amid claims of Russian interference
Moldova's presidential election is crucial for its European aspirations amidst Russian interference and domestic corruption.
Pro-West Leader Wins High-Stakes Vote in Former Soviet Republic
Maia Sandu won re-election in Moldova, promoting a pro-Western stance amid rising tensions influenced by Moscow.
In Moldova's path towards the EU, Transnistria faces challenges
Moldova's pro-European forces won by a slim margin amidst strong Russian influence.
Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and an EU referendum
Moldova's EU membership referendum highlights the political divide between pro-Western aspirations and strong pro-Russian sentiments within the country.
Moldovans back joining the EU by razor-thin majority
Moldovans voted narrowly in favor of EU membership, signaling a complex internal struggle between pro-European and pro-Russian sentiments.
Gagauzia: Moldova's overwhelmingly pro-Russian region DW 11/01/2024
Gagauzia shows strong pro-Russian sentiment, rejecting EU ties in favor of Russia, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.
Moldovans vote in presidential runoff amid claims of Russian interference
Moldova's presidential election is crucial for its European aspirations amidst Russian interference and domestic corruption.
Pro-West Leader Wins High-Stakes Vote in Former Soviet Republic
Maia Sandu won re-election in Moldova, promoting a pro-Western stance amid rising tensions influenced by Moscow.
In Moldova's path towards the EU, Transnistria faces challenges
Moldova's pro-European forces won by a slim margin amidst strong Russian influence.
Moldova accuses Russia of meddling ahead of its elections and an EU referendum
Moldova's EU membership referendum highlights the political divide between pro-Western aspirations and strong pro-Russian sentiments within the country.
Moldovans back joining the EU by razor-thin majority
Moldovans voted narrowly in favor of EU membership, signaling a complex internal struggle between pro-European and pro-Russian sentiments.
Protesters storm parliament in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia
Protesters clashed with police in Abkhazia over a controversial proposal allowing Russians to buy property, leading to demands for political change.
Abkhazia's leader resigns after protests over investment deal
Bzhania resigned under pressure from protests against Russian influence, but might retract if demonstrators do not leave government buildings.
Georgia: Police break up election protest camp DW 11/19/2024
Georgian protests against alleged election fraud have turned violent, leading to police actions against demonstrators and calls for annulment of election results.
Protesters storm parliament in breakaway Georgian region of Abkhazia
Protesters clashed with police in Abkhazia over a controversial proposal allowing Russians to buy property, leading to demands for political change.
Abkhazia's leader resigns after protests over investment deal
Bzhania resigned under pressure from protests against Russian influence, but might retract if demonstrators do not leave government buildings.
Georgia: Police break up election protest camp DW 11/19/2024
Georgian protests against alleged election fraud have turned violent, leading to police actions against demonstrators and calls for annulment of election results.
Right-wing US influencers 'duped to work for covert Russian operation'
U.S. authorities unveiled a scheme where Russian state media allegedly funded influencers to create politically divisive content.
Russia Secretly Worms Its Way Into America's Conservative Media
Tenet Media was involved in a covert Russian influence operation targeting American public opinion through popular social media influencers.
U.S. intel officials says Russia is behind attempts to smear Tim Walz
Russian actors spread false claims against Tim Walz to undermine Democratic candidates during the election campaign.
Right-Wing Influencer Network Tenet Media Allegedly Spread Russian Disinformation
Tenet Media, linked to high-profile right-wing influencers, was primarily funded by Russian state-backed RT, according to a DOJ indictment.
Neo-Nazi group the Base found a safe space to recruit Americans: the Russian internet
The Base is a neo-Nazi terrorist group using Russian platforms for recruitment due to increased moderation from Western social media.
How to Rein in Russia's Evolving Disinformation Machine
Russia's state-backed influence operations are increasingly sophisticated, underscoring the need for swift action by Congress and tech companies to combat disinformation.
Right-wing US influencers 'duped to work for covert Russian operation'
U.S. authorities unveiled a scheme where Russian state media allegedly funded influencers to create politically divisive content.
Russia Secretly Worms Its Way Into America's Conservative Media
Tenet Media was involved in a covert Russian influence operation targeting American public opinion through popular social media influencers.
U.S. intel officials says Russia is behind attempts to smear Tim Walz
Russian actors spread false claims against Tim Walz to undermine Democratic candidates during the election campaign.
Right-Wing Influencer Network Tenet Media Allegedly Spread Russian Disinformation
Tenet Media, linked to high-profile right-wing influencers, was primarily funded by Russian state-backed RT, according to a DOJ indictment.
Neo-Nazi group the Base found a safe space to recruit Americans: the Russian internet
The Base is a neo-Nazi terrorist group using Russian platforms for recruitment due to increased moderation from Western social media.
How to Rein in Russia's Evolving Disinformation Machine
Russia's state-backed influence operations are increasingly sophisticated, underscoring the need for swift action by Congress and tech companies to combat disinformation.
American creating deepfakes targeting Harris works with Russian intel, documents show
John Mark Dougan's connection to the GRU highlights the intersection of misinformation campaigns and foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old Girl
A fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.
US intelligence says Russians created fake California news site to fabricate Harris scandal
Russian actors created a fake news station to spread false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris, showcasing ongoing foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Hook, Line, & Sinker!' Cotton Claps Back at Bash On Russian Disinfo: Most Networks Including This One' Bought Hunter Laptop Lie'
Russian interference in U.S. elections is concerning, yet Cotton argued that misinformation about Hunter Biden's laptop had a more significant influence on the last election.
American creating deepfakes targeting Harris works with Russian intel, documents show
John Mark Dougan's connection to the GRU highlights the intersection of misinformation campaigns and foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old Girl
A fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.
US intelligence says Russians created fake California news site to fabricate Harris scandal
Russian actors created a fake news station to spread false claims about Vice President Kamala Harris, showcasing ongoing foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Hook, Line, & Sinker!' Cotton Claps Back at Bash On Russian Disinfo: Most Networks Including This One' Bought Hunter Laptop Lie'
Russian interference in U.S. elections is concerning, yet Cotton argued that misinformation about Hunter Biden's laptop had a more significant influence on the last election.
Microsoft says Russia's election interference efforts have pivoted to Harris and Walz
Russia is using disinformation tactics to target Vice President Harris as the U.S. election approaches, aiming to influence voter perceptions.
Putin really wants to put Trump back in the White House
Russia favors Donald Trump as the next US President, actively undermining Kamala Harris through disinformation campaigns as Biden exits the race.
Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accident
Russian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.
'Make this go viral MAGA folks': Russian propaganda group circulated this fake Kamala story
A false claim about Kamala Harris's involvement in a hit-and-run is linked to a Russian disinformation campaign.
U.S. Accuses Russia of Spreading Disinformation Before November Election
The Biden administration is taking significant action against Russian influence in U.S. elections through criminal charges and seizure of propaganda-related domains.
Is Russia trying to influence the US election? DW 09/10/2024
Russian state broadcaster RT allegedly funded a Tennessee firm to create content with hidden messaging for U.S. audiences to influence the upcoming elections.
Microsoft says Russia's election interference efforts have pivoted to Harris and Walz
Russia is using disinformation tactics to target Vice President Harris as the U.S. election approaches, aiming to influence voter perceptions.
Putin really wants to put Trump back in the White House
Russia favors Donald Trump as the next US President, actively undermining Kamala Harris through disinformation campaigns as Biden exits the race.
Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accident
Russian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.
'Make this go viral MAGA folks': Russian propaganda group circulated this fake Kamala story
A false claim about Kamala Harris's involvement in a hit-and-run is linked to a Russian disinformation campaign.
U.S. Accuses Russia of Spreading Disinformation Before November Election
The Biden administration is taking significant action against Russian influence in U.S. elections through criminal charges and seizure of propaganda-related domains.
Is Russia trying to influence the US election? DW 09/10/2024
Russian state broadcaster RT allegedly funded a Tennessee firm to create content with hidden messaging for U.S. audiences to influence the upcoming elections.
US authorities charge American presenter for Russian television and former Trump adviser with money laundering through art and antiques
The Simeses have been charged with laundering money and violating US sanctions through art and antiques.
Russian TV presenter named in Mueller report charged with sanctions violations
Dimitri Simes was charged with sanction violations involving Russian interests, highlighting ongoing challenges with foreign influence in U.S. politics.
US authorities charge American presenter for Russian television and former Trump adviser with money laundering through art and antiques
The Simeses have been charged with laundering money and violating US sanctions through art and antiques.
Russian TV presenter named in Mueller report charged with sanctions violations
Dimitri Simes was charged with sanction violations involving Russian interests, highlighting ongoing challenges with foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Activists Convicted of Conspiring to Act as Russian Agents
Four defendants were convicted of conspiring as Russian agents but acquitted of serious charges, arguing their support for Russian ideology was protected speech.
A Tug Between Russia and Europe Divides a Tiny Balkan Nation
Montenegro faces internal conflict over foreign policy as a Russian citizen is nominated for ambassador, raising questions about its NATO commitments.
US accuses Russia's RT of interference in 2024 election
The US Justice Department has indicted two RT employees for secretly funding a media outlet to influence the 2024 presidential election.
US intelligence official says Russian state media is pushing US voters toward Trump using Western influencers amid Putin's claims Russia is backing Harris
RT is attempting to influence US voters toward Trump using Western influencers.
US accuses Russia's RT of interference in 2024 election
The US Justice Department has indicted two RT employees for secretly funding a media outlet to influence the 2024 presidential election.
US intelligence official says Russian state media is pushing US voters toward Trump using Western influencers amid Putin's claims Russia is backing Harris
RT is attempting to influence US voters toward Trump using Western influencers.
U.S. Charges American Commentator Who Works for Russian State TV
The U.S. indicted Dmitri and Anastasia Simes for violating sanctions related to Russian influence in American politics.
Don Jr's Online Buddies Allegedly Demand $5 Million from Russian Shell Companies to Say Nice Things about His Daddy - emptywheel
The DOJ's indictment reveals a network of American influencers allegedly unwittingly influenced by Russian operations, highlighting security concerns in political discourse.
U.S. Charges American Commentator Who Works for Russian State TV
The U.S. indicted Dmitri and Anastasia Simes for violating sanctions related to Russian influence in American politics.
Don Jr's Online Buddies Allegedly Demand $5 Million from Russian Shell Companies to Say Nice Things about His Daddy - emptywheel
The DOJ's indictment reveals a network of American influencers allegedly unwittingly influenced by Russian operations, highlighting security concerns in political discourse.
Right-wing social media influencers were duped to work for a Russian influence operation, U.S. prosecutors say
Russian state media allegedly funded a company linked to prominent conservative influencers to spread pro-Kremlin content, amid ongoing U.S. political divisions.