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The reopening of the international train service between Beijing and Pyongyang after nearly six years could signal a revival of tourism from China to North Korea, providing essential foreign currency for the regime.

Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service is reportedly planning to stage an assassination attempt on Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán to sway public opinion ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections.

The upcoming elections in Slovenia are pivotal, as they could determine the country's democratic future amid allegations of foreign interference and corruption.

A court has imposed a suspended sentence and community service for an individual involved in the fighting in the Donbas region.

A report from Russia's Foreign Intelligence Service reveals concerns about Western efforts to undermine the alliance between Belarus and Moscow, as Trump’s envoy John Coale engages with Belarus.

Members of the Norwegian Parliament have approved a commission to investigate the foreign service following revelations from recently released Epstein documents.

During the COP15 conference in Campo Grande, police and firefighters will provide emergency services in English and Spanish to accommodate foreign participants.

The Norwegian Parliament has unanimously voted to establish a commission to investigate the foreign service and other authorities in light of the Epstein revelations.

Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre urges caution in blaming the entire Norwegian foreign service following revelations related to Jeffrey Epstein.

A special prosecutor's team has launched extensive raids on several government ministries in connection with allegations surrounding the relocation of President Yoon Seok-yeol's official residence.

Kenya's Foreign Minister has announced an agreement with Russia to stop the recruitment of Kenyan nationals for military service in Ukraine.

The article discusses attractive government jobs in India that offer opportunities for travel and adventure alongside a stable career.

Four US service members have died following the crash of a KC-135 refueling aircraft in Iraq.

A British charter jet company has coordinated over 70 evacuation flights from the Middle East since the recent outbreak of conflict, helping thousands of stranded UK citizens.

Ukraine's Foreign Intelligence Service reports that Russia is suffering from a fibre optic shortage due to the shutdown of its only production plant.

Jorge Macri inaugurated a new health center in Buenos Aires designed to prioritize healthcare services for local residents over foreign individuals.

Maria Zaharova, spokesperson for Russia's Foreign Ministry, mocks Finland's situation, suggesting she could apply for a role as a foreign intelligence officer with the Finnish Security Intelligence Service.

Four men have been arrested in the UK on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service in Iran.

Four individuals were arrested in London as part of a counter-terrorism investigation into Iranian activities, involving allegations of aiding a foreign intelligence service.

British police have arrested three men on suspicion of assisting a foreign intelligence service, with connections to a Labour Party member.

Czech Foreign Minister Petr Macinka plans to end the government’s long-standing payment for the foreign broadcast services of Czech Radio, a decision expected to save the government 8.75 million CZK this year and eliminate funding entirely by 2027.

Danish authorities inform stranded citizens in Saudi Arabia about available flight options with various airlines.

Three men have been arrested by British police on suspicion of assisting a foreign secret service linked to China.

Russia has started recruiting women from Central Asia into military service, including combat roles in Ukraine.

An independent commission in Norway is set to investigate ties to Epstein within the Norwegian foreign service, examining relationships dating back to before 1993.

An independent commission will investigate the processes leading up to the Oslo agreement of 1993, with a mandate to look at the relationships and funding within Norwegian foreign services.

A Foreign Service Officer is identified as a suspect in a mass stabbing incident in Virginia that resulted in one death and several injuries.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service states that India continues to be a leading source of foreign interference and espionage in Canada, contradicting a recent official claim that Indian agents are no longer involved.

The Finnish Immigration Service, Migri, reported a record number of deportations of foreign nationals convicted of crimes in Finland during the past year, marking an increase of over 30% compared to two years ago.

The Chinese consulate in Russia has issued a notice informing its male nationals about a new Russian law that mandates military service for foreign men applying for long-term residency.

The article discusses the transformation of the Russian Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR) under Putin's regime, from a respected intelligence agency into a tool for state propaganda and disinformation.

Latvia's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has added historian Aleksei Lankov to its list of undesirable persons based on recommendations from the State Security Service due to concerns over national security.

A new postage stamp issued by the Lithuanian Post supports the Foreign Ministry's 'Grįžtu LT' initiative, aimed at assisting Lithuanians living abroad in their return to Lithuania.

Norwegian Foreign Minister Espen Barth-Eide provides responses to parliamentary inquiries regarding the country's foreign service and its relation to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

The Norwegian Foreign Ministry has requested an extension of the deadline to respond to questions regarding criticisms of the foreign service until March 10.

Lithuania's Language Inspection reports receiving around 60 complaints in two months about service providers who do not speak Lithuanian, emphasizing the need for public involvement.

The Conservative Party and the Progress Party in Norway are at odds over the scope of the investigation committee addressing issues related to the Epstein documents.

An investigation into Norway's foreign service is underway following revelations related to Epstein documents, revealing that a key department leader is ineligible due to controversial UD transfers.

The Nigeria Customs Service has clarified that it does not control or manipulate foreign exchange rates for import and export purposes and that rates used are based on the Central Bank of Nigeria's official figures.

The Nigeria Customs Service clarified that it does not set foreign exchange rates for imports, emphasizing that the Central Bank of Nigeria determines these rates.

The Estonian Foreign Intelligence Service's recent security report suggests that Russia is able to enhance its military capabilities while remaining engaged in the conflict in Ukraine, contradicting the narrative that President Putin is exhausting his resources in Ukraine.

The article discusses concerns over the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs' revolving door practice, potentially blurring the lines between politics and civil service.

A new report reveals the reorganization of Russian influence networks in Africa and Latin America following the departure of Wagner founder Yevgeny Prigozhin, with control shifting to the Russian foreign intelligence service.

The National Customs Service of Ecuador has begun the certification process for courier companies to become Authorized Economic Operators (OEA) as part of enhancing foreign trade operations.

The head of Germany's foreign intelligence service has emphasized the need for greater operational freedom to combat hybrid threats from Russia.

Germany's Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul has sharply criticized Russia's designation of the German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) as an undesirable organization and called for its immediate reversal.

A report by Estonia's foreign intelligence service indicates that Russia is increasing its military capabilities while also adopting new terminologies for neighboring nations including Finland.

According to Estonia's foreign intelligence service, Russia is pretending to be willing to negotiate peace in Ukraine while maintaining hostile views towards the West, particularly the U.S.

The NTL union in Norway's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has called for an independent investigation to enhance public trust in the foreign service's work.

The trade union is backing a potential investigation into the foreign service, advocating for inquiry into broader structural issues as well.