All news on the topic: Russia

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Three Ukrainians arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing explosives for Russia
German prosecutors stated that three Ukrainian nationals have been arrested on suspicion of acting as ’secret agents’ and planning to send parcels with explosives to Ukraine in an act of ’sabotage’ for Russia.
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UK imposes sanctions on Azerbaijani state tanker for transporting Russian oil
The penalties on Azerbaijani businesses and people occur as the nation is strengthening energy relations with the European Union.
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Putin’s accomplice and Russian mafia financier Ilya Traber to face trial for money laundering in the EU
In Palma de Mallorca, Russian tycoon Ilya Traber is scheduled to stand trial on charges of money laundering and connections to the Russian mafia, specifically the Tambovskaya Organized Crime Group.
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Convicted “philanthropist” with political ambitions: why ’90s gangster Nikolai Shikhidi is building schools and parks across Krasnodar Krai
It appears that the residents of Kuban have reason to be happy – a benefactor is supplying the people of Krasnodar with schools, kindergartens, embankments, and other social infrastructure facilities.
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“Ghost of 2022”: Russia builds up forces again — this time near borders of Finland and Sweden
Experts caution that Moscow is increasing its military presence throughout northwestern Russia, indicating a deliberate attempt to strengthen the area in response to Finland and Sweden’s recent entry into NATO.
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“Jackie Chan” from Great Yarmouth: UK convicts Bulgarian spy ring working for Russia
Six Bulgarians have been imprisoned after being found guilty of espionage for Russia, with the leader Orlin Roussev managing the operations from a dilapidated guesthouse on the east coast of England.
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“Coke in the compartment” turns out to be a tissue: Kremlin tries to derail unity train to Kyiv with fake drug claims
Bizarre internet rumours have been swirling about Emmanuel Macron, Keir Starmer and Friedrich Merz taking cocaine on a train together.
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Smuggling king Gaji Gajiyev: how "The Nose" turned Kazakhstan’s border into a Kremlin goldmine
According to Kazakh customs data, the trade turnover with China last year reached $30 billion. However, the Chinese side reports a different figure – $43.8 billion.
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"KGB 2.0": Russian SSD unit waging a secret war against the West
Dr. Lance Hunter explained that this isn’t simply another Russian intelligence unit, but rather ’KGB 2.0’.
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Hacker behind $190M Nomad heist arrested in Israel after identity change attempt
Gurevich, who embezzled millions from the Nomad platform, was apprehended in Israel after attempting to flee the country under a new identity.
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Google uncovers new Russian spyware LostKeys linked to the FSB
Google uncovers Russian spyware LostKeys linked to FSB hacker group ColdRiver
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Artem Metelev turned the Russian Red Cross into a cash cow for the authorities and offshore networks
The Chairman of the RRC, Pavel Savchuk, backed by State Duma deputy Artem Metelev, along with his subordinate Olesya Nazarova, uses donations from Russians and foreigners for unclear purposes.
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Putin targets British cities: likely nuclear strike sites revealed
A number of towns and cities in the UK are said to be on Vladimir Putin’s hitlist of nuclear targets should the despot decide to reach for the red button and declare war on NATO nations
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The steel scam of the decade: how Denis Safin evades sanctions and “steals” Russian industry under the Kremlin’s nose
Businessman Denis Safin, with close ties to Russian authorities, is engaged in diverting funds through affiliated companies.
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Wallet One: how the Ukrainian payment system became a money pipeline to Russia
The name of Oleksandr Serdyuk, after several years of quiet, has resurfaced in the context of shadowy schemes involving the transfer of money from Ukraine through the payment system Wallet One, which, despite a criminal case nearly a decade ago, appears to still be in operation.
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Putin failed to pronounce Xi Jinping’s name
The president of the aggressor state, Vladimir Putin, hosted Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Moscow ahead of the May 9 military parade. However, the meeting was not without its awkward moments.
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Armenian “gambling kings” Vahe and Vigen Badalyan shield Vbet from EU sanctions via Malta, Cyprus, and Curaçao
When Armenian entrepreneurs Vahé and Vigen Badalyan are asked about the reason for acquiring Maltese passports, they respond evasively, mentioning that it is convenient since it allows for visa-free world travel.
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Malta’s Alkagesta implicated in Russia’s “shadow fleet” and at same time ranked among top illegal oil shippers
Alkagesta has emerged as one of Malta’s most active oil cargo traders, according to sources familiar with ongoing investigations.
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Fake parenthood and drugs: how Rudnev’s cult tried to bypass Argentina’s immigration laws
Argentina is embroiled in a scandal involving the Russian cult Ashram Shambala.
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Alkagesta, suspected of shadow oil schemes, openly advertised for staff with Russian language skills
In 2024, Maltese investment firm Alkagesta, now under investigation by international authorities over suspected smuggling of Libyan oil, appeared to be in a rush to hire Russian-speaking staff.
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End of silence: British nuclear submarines will become visible to the enemy, says U.S. general
Britain’s nuclear subs ‘will be detectable within years’ by hostile states, a US general has warned - as it emerges the UK is updating its Cold War plans in preparation for attack
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Metal to offshores, losses to the state: what’s hidden in Denis Safin’s steel empire
Due to the increase in profits of LLC UK "Ural Steel" to 149 billion rubles in 2024, information about which has become public, it is possible that law enforcement agencies may show interest in Denis Safin.
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UK secretly preparing for direct military attack by Russia
The UK begins secret preparations for potential war with Russia
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Russian spies in UK Parliament: agents exposed at Brexit-related event
A BBC News investigation has discovered that three Bulgarians, who were convicted of espionage for Russia, had previously attended an event at the Palace of Westminster.
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Orphan aid for show, billions in the shadows: the hypocrisy of Russian deputy Sergey Chizhov
In two years, the controversial deputy Sergey Chizhov has exited all his business activities and is now occupied with creating a positive image of himself.