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🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

Hockey Player and His Associates to be Tried for Burning of Locomotive in Russia's Interests

A Latvian hockey player and two associates face trial for sabotaging railroad equipment on behalf of Russian interests, with implications for national security and espionage.

Mar 22 • 18:36 UTC
🇫🇷 France24
World

Google Translate exposes Russian spy unit

An investigation reveals that a Russian intelligence unit was compromised after one of its agents used Google Translate, enabling the FBI to intercept their communications.

Mar 20 • 23:04 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

When Russian agents want to find out something, they will, says journalist who was followed in Vienna

An Austrian journalist, who has reported extensively on Russian espionage, reveals her shock at being surveilled by Russian agents while she reported on a major espionage case.

Mar 18 • 21:10 UTC
🇱🇹 Lrytas
National & Local

Revealed the Scale of Dangerous Russian Actions: There May Be Spies Among Your Acquaintances

A Politico report highlights that European security services are now tasked with identifying unsuspecting civilians acting as spies for Russia, often recruited online.

Mar 18 • 18:40 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

New security hole in iPhone – how to protect yourself against the Darksword hackers

A suspected Russian espionage group is hacking iPhones through a new vulnerability that can be triggered just by visiting an infected website, although updates to address the issue are available.

Mar 18 • 16:35 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
World

Vienna, the nest of Russian spies returns: satellite antennas connected to satellites to listen to Europe

Vienna is once again becoming a hub for espionage, now dominated by satellite antennas linked to Russia rather than traditional spies.

Mar 18 • 10:37 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
World

Vienna has become a Russian spy nest in Europe: intelligence stations are popping up like mushrooms after rain

Russia is quietly intensifying its intelligence operations in Vienna, Austria, exploiting legal loopholes and the country's neutrality, according to Western officials who note it as Russia's largest covert intelligence platform in Western countries.

Mar 18 • 09:45 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Crime & Justice

Attack Plans: Trial for Package Sabotage Begins

A trial has started in Stuttgart against three men accused of preparing sabotage acts and planning arson attacks on behalf of a Russian intelligence service.

Mar 17 • 12:04 UTC
🇳🇴 VG
National & Local

“We are completely, totally helpless”

The Faroe Islands continue their fishing cooperation with Russia despite Western sanctions, raising concerns over increased Russian political influence amid fears of espionage activities.

Mar 14 • 18:19 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Planned assassinations abroad, but failed: a banal mistake exposes an elite Russian secret unit

After the full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Russia established a new elite secret unit called 'Center 795' for sabotage, kidnappings, and assassinations abroad, which was exposed due to a simple mistake during one of its operations.

Mar 14 • 08:38 UTC
🇺🇦 Kyiv Independent
National & Local

Ukrainian serviceman recruited by Russia to target 3rd Army Corps commander detained, SBU says

A Ukrainian serviceman, recruited by Russian intelligence to target the commander of the 3rd Army Corps, has been detained by the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU).

Mar 13 • 11:18 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Hackers Linked to Russia Target European Officials' Messaging

Russian-linked hackers are conducting an aggressive cyber campaign aimed at accessing communication apps used by European officials and journalists, as warned by Portuguese and Dutch intelligence agencies.

Mar 12 • 14:01 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Accusations Against Russian Hackers Targeting User Accounts on WhatsApp and Signal

Dutch intelligence agencies have accused Russian state actors of a global espionage campaign aimed at stealing user accounts on WhatsApp and Signal.

Mar 11 • 07:23 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Supreme Security Agency's forecast: Finland's security situation may worsen after the war in Ukraine – "Extremely likely"

According to Finland's Security Intelligence Service, the country's security situation could deteriorate post-Ukraine war, with heightened concerns about Russian espionage and cyber attacks.

Mar 10 • 16:00 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Finland warns: Russian espionage may intensify after the war in Ukraine

Finland's security and intelligence agency warns that Russian espionage activities are expected to increase following the ongoing war in Ukraine, which may free up Russian resources for intelligence operations.

Mar 10 • 15:32 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Russian spies in Argentina: They had children, legal documents, and a perfect facade until someone discovered them

Russian spies managed to live under the radar in Argentina, constructing a seemingly normal life with legal documentation, until they were exposed.

Mar 7 • 23:40 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Romanian Jailed 15 Years in Russia for Spying for Ukraine

A Romanian man has been sentenced to 15 years in a Russian prison for espionage on behalf of Ukraine, involving the collection of military intelligence in Sochi.

Mar 6 • 08:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Russian spies in Europe testing new methods. Is this preparation for war?

Recent reports reveal troubling intelligence activities linked to Russia across European Union countries, suggesting preparations for potential conflict with NATO.

Mar 6 • 06:07 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Romanian citizen sentenced to imprisonment in Russia for spying for Ukraine

A Romanian citizen has been sentenced to 15 years in prison by a Russian court on charges of espionage in favor of Ukraine.

Mar 5 • 17:39 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Crime & Justice

Russian Security Service FSB Suspected Finnish-Russian Journalist of Espionage – Interrogations Lasted Five Hours

Anna Jarovaja, a Finnish-Russian journalist, was interrogated for five hours by the Russian FSB on suspicions of espionage after visiting her parents in Petrozavodsk.

Mar 5 • 16:45 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Civilians are asked to be vigilant during the NATO exercise

The Norwegian Police Security Service and the military urge civilians to report any suspicious activity during NATO's Cold Response exercise due to heightened interest from Russian intelligence agencies.

Mar 3 • 22:47 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Opportunity for Finns: Supo is looking for Russian and Chinese speakers without prior experience in espionage

The Finnish Security Intelligence Service (Supo) is actively seeking Finnish citizens with language skills in Russian or Chinese to take on roles in human intelligence gathering.

Mar 3 • 16:52 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew slammed in brutal two-word takedown after 'Russian spymasters' claim

Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has been criticized as a 'useful idiot' in the context of alleged Russian espionage efforts targeting him.

Feb 27 • 13:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Andrew 'targeted by Russian spymasters' claim secret documents

A report claims that Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was targeted by Russian intelligence agents to gain influence over the British Royal Family.

Feb 27 • 09:53 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

A Former American Spy Writes About Russian Dirty Tricks and Threats. Why Now?

Sean Wiswesser, a former CIA agent, discusses Russian intelligence tactics in his new book, raising the question of the timing of its release.

Feb 27 • 08:19 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Thousands of inconspicuous houses. Russian spies build networks of properties intended for sabotage

A report highlights the construction of networks of properties by Russian spies that could potentially be used for sabotage activities.

Feb 26 • 19:32 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Crime & Justice

Newsweek: American Military Secrets Sold to Russians for Millions

A former employee of a U.S. military contracting company was sentenced to 7 years in prison for selling sensitive cybersecurity tools to Russian associates.

Feb 26 • 16:55 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Crime & Justice

Possible Spy Identifying as Ukrainian: 'Accidental' Encounter and 700,000 Yen Envelope

A former employee of a machine tool manufacturer in Japan is under investigation for allegedly conveying trade secrets to a Russian government official following an encounter with someone claiming to be Ukrainian.

Feb 25 • 11:51 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
Crime & Justice

Australian jailed for 7 years for 'betraying' the United States

Peter Williams, a former Australian intelligence official, has been sentenced to 87 months in prison for selling U.S. trade secrets to a Russian broker.

Feb 25 • 01:43 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
World

Media: Russian spies are using real estate in the West as 'Trojan horses'

Russian spies have turned real estate across Western Europe into a 'Trojan horse' network aimed at conducting coordinated sabotage campaigns, according to intelligence sources cited by the British newspaper 'The Daily Telegraph'.

Feb 24 • 18:46 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
World

Russian spies turn European properties into 'Trojan horses', The Telegraph says

Russian intelligence services have reportedly transformed properties throughout Western Europe into strategic assets aimed at facilitating acts of sabotage against the West.

Feb 24 • 14:28 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

How Russia builds a network of several "Trojan Horses" for sabotage operations in Europe

Russian spies are reportedly acquiring properties near military and political installations in Western Europe to create a network for coordinated sabotage campaigns.

Feb 24 • 12:11 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Putin's Provocateur and Propagandist, Welcomed by Fico - Who is the New Russian Ambassador to Slovakia?

Sergej Vadimovič Andrejev, the new Russian ambassador to Slovakia, is a seasoned diplomat known for his ties to propaganda and alleged espionage activities under Vladimir Putin's regime, despite receiving a warm welcome from Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Feb 24 • 07:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Crime & Justice

Love-struck 'Moscow mole' sent three-word text to FBI agent while drunk

Nomma Zarubina, a Russian spy, was imprisoned after sending a drunken text to an FBI agent.

Feb 23 • 18:27 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Crime & Justice

Harju County Court found Israeli citizen guilty of espionage for the FSB

Anatoly Privalov, an Israeli citizen, was sentenced to six years and six months in prison for espionage against Estonia, gathering and transmitting information to the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB).

Feb 19 • 16:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Arvydas Pocius. Hostile intelligence operations are taking place in Lithuania – and we know how

The article discusses ongoing hostile intelligence activities in Lithuania by Russian military intelligence, particularly focusing on individuals with Soviet military backgrounds who may serve Russian interests.

Feb 19 • 11:04 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Crime & Justice

Harju County Court Convicts Israeli Citizen of Espionage for FSB

The Harju County Court has convicted Israeli citizen Anatoly Privalov for espionage on behalf of the Russian Federal Security Service (FSB), sentencing him to six and a half years in prison.

Feb 19 • 09:59 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Crime & Justice

Stole officers' computer – tried to sell to Russia

A Portuguese man has been charged in Portugal for attempting to sell stolen information from a Swedish officer's laptop and tablet to the Russian embassy in Lisbon.

Feb 19 • 08:37 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The infiltration wizards are all made in Russia

The article discusses the historical significance of Russian operatives, particularly focusing on Lev Bronstein, known as Trotsky, and his arrival in London in 1902, illustrating the complexities of identity and espionage.

Feb 19 • 04:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Wprost
National & Local

Another spy in Poland? Collected critical information. "Could cause harm"

A Polish man has been charged with espionage for allegedly gathering sensitive information for Russian intelligence concerning Poland's national defense.

Feb 17 • 09:19 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Latvia: Man sentenced to 6 years in prison for spying for Russia

A Latvian man has been sentenced to six years in prison for espionage on behalf of Russia, having been found guilty of transmitting information to the Russian military intelligence service (GRU).

Feb 13 • 17:19 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
Crime & Justice

The priest's daughter informed the Russians, fell in love with an FSB agent. She received 15 years

A priest's daughter in Czechia was sentenced to 15 years for espionage after developing a relationship with an FSB agent and passing information to Russian intelligence.

Feb 13 • 13:34 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Orbán's rival claims he was lured into a honey trap

Péter Magyar, the leading challenger to Viktor Orbán, accuses the Hungarian government of using Russian espionage tactics to maintain power.

Feb 13 • 11:49 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Crime & Justice

A Latvian citizen sentenced to six years in prison for espionage

A Latvian construction manager has been sentenced to six years in prison for espionage activities involving the Russian military intelligence agency.

Feb 13 • 10:03 UTC
🇷🇺 The Moscow Times
National & Local

Estonia Deports Russian Man Accused of Planning to Spy for Moscow

Estonian authorities have deported a Russian man accused of intending to gather intelligence on behalf of Moscow, amid rising tensions in the region.

Feb 12 • 14:50 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

The Estonian Internal Security Service expelled a Russian citizen planning an attack

The Estonian Internal Security Service expelled a Russian citizen who was plotting activities against Estonia.

Feb 12 • 10:10 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

PHOTOS ⟩ Police expelled a man with contacts to Russian special services from Estonia

Estonian police expelled Russian citizen Andrei Žuravljov due to his connections with Russian special services.

Feb 12 • 10:06 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The Lecturer's Intense Claim: 'Epstein Recorded Guests Having Sex on the Island of Horrors'

A Russian analyst claims that Jeffrey Epstein might have been collecting compromising materials for the Russian security service FSB while allegedly working at their behest.

Feb 11 • 18:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

What does the escalating anti-Polish hysteria in Russia mean? Vladimir Putin sees a threat in Poland

Russian security agencies have intensified their anti-Polish rhetoric, accusing Poland of aiding Ukraine in espionage activities, amid various allegations and claims.

Feb 11 • 11:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Russian spies disguised as scientists are trying to restore contacts in the Greater Baltic region

Estonia's Foreign Intelligence Service warns that the Kremlin is attempting to re-establish influence in the Baltic region using academic tools, particularly after the escalation of the war in Ukraine.

Feb 10 • 09:00 UTC

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