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Russian Ex-Deputy Accused of Selling Classified Information to US for $45 Million
Former Russian State Duma deputy Magomed Gadzhiev, designated a foreign agent, faces asset forfeiture in Russia after allegedly selling classified information to the US for at least \$45 million while abroad; he also allegedly supported Ukrainian fighters and sanctions against Russia.
Russian Ex-Deputy Accused of Selling Classified Information to US for $45 Million
Former Russian State Duma deputy Magomed Gadzhiev, designated a foreign agent, faces asset forfeiture in Russia after allegedly selling classified information to the US for at least \$45 million while abroad; he also allegedly supported Ukrainian fighters and sanctions against Russia.
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52% Bias Score
Chinese Nationals Charged with Spying on US Military
Two Chinese nationals, Yuance Chen and Liren "Ryan" Lai, were charged with espionage in the US for photographing a naval base, coordinating a cash drop, and attempting to recruit military personnel for Chinese intelligence; this is part of a broader pattern of Chinese intelligence operations targeti...
Chinese Nationals Charged with Spying on US Military
Two Chinese nationals, Yuance Chen and Liren "Ryan" Lai, were charged with espionage in the US for photographing a naval base, coordinating a cash drop, and attempting to recruit military personnel for Chinese intelligence; this is part of a broader pattern of Chinese intelligence operations targeti...
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56% Bias Score
Russia Proposes In Absentia Trials for Offenses Against National Interests
The Russian State Duma is considering amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses to enable in absentia trials for individuals outside Russia, focusing on actions considered harmful to the country's interests, with asset confiscation as a proposed enforcement mechanism.
Russia Proposes In Absentia Trials for Offenses Against National Interests
The Russian State Duma is considering amendments to the Code of Administrative Offenses to enable in absentia trials for individuals outside Russia, focusing on actions considered harmful to the country's interests, with asset confiscation as a proposed enforcement mechanism.
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56% Bias Score
Georgia Passes FARA-Style Law, Expanding Restrictions on NGOs and Individuals
Georgia's parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, passed a bill modeled after the US Foreign Agents Registration Act, expanding registration requirements to individuals and introducing potential criminal penalties for non-compliance, amid an opposition boycott.
Georgia Passes FARA-Style Law, Expanding Restrictions on NGOs and Individuals
Georgia's parliament, dominated by the ruling Georgian Dream party, passed a bill modeled after the US Foreign Agents Registration Act, expanding registration requirements to individuals and introducing potential criminal penalties for non-compliance, amid an opposition boycott.
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56% Bias Score
Russia Tightens 'Foreign Agent' Laws with New Restrictions
Russia's State Duma introduced new legislation further restricting "foreign agents," banning their participation in education, government support, and imposing fines up to 50,000 rubles for improper labeling, and up to 500,000 rubles for organizations for non-compliance with the Ministry of Justice ...
Russia Tightens 'Foreign Agent' Laws with New Restrictions
Russia's State Duma introduced new legislation further restricting "foreign agents," banning their participation in education, government support, and imposing fines up to 50,000 rubles for improper labeling, and up to 500,000 rubles for organizations for non-compliance with the Ministry of Justice ...
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56% Bias Score
Israeli Citizen Arrested for Espionage and Arson on Behalf of Foreign Terror Operatives
On December 30, 2023, Israeli authorities arrested Alexander Granovsky for espionage and arson, allegedly directed by foreign operatives since November, involving vehicle arsons, intelligence gathering, and attempted weapons acquisition.
Israeli Citizen Arrested for Espionage and Arson on Behalf of Foreign Terror Operatives
On December 30, 2023, Israeli authorities arrested Alexander Granovsky for espionage and arson, allegedly directed by foreign operatives since November, involving vehicle arsons, intelligence gathering, and attempted weapons acquisition.
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40% Bias Score
Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" List, Targeting Critics
On August 15th, Russia's Ministry of Justice added five individuals—journalist Mark Krotov, former priest Ioann Kurmoyarov, journalist Igor Rudnikov, publicist Mark Solonin—and the Revolut-Center to its "foreign agents" list, bringing the total to approximately 1050, reflecting a continued crackdown...
Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" List, Targeting Critics
On August 15th, Russia's Ministry of Justice added five individuals—journalist Mark Krotov, former priest Ioann Kurmoyarov, journalist Igor Rudnikov, publicist Mark Solonin—and the Revolut-Center to its "foreign agents" list, bringing the total to approximately 1050, reflecting a continued crackdown...
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56% Bias Score
El Salvador Imposes 30% Tax on NGO Transactions
El Salvador's Legislative Assembly passed a law imposing a 30% tax on transactions received by NGOs, requiring registration within 90 days and penalties up to US\$250,000 for non-compliance, sparking criticism for potentially violating freedom of expression and association.
El Salvador Imposes 30% Tax on NGO Transactions
El Salvador's Legislative Assembly passed a law imposing a 30% tax on transactions received by NGOs, requiring registration within 90 days and penalties up to US\$250,000 for non-compliance, sparking criticism for potentially violating freedom of expression and association.
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52% Bias Score
Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" Law, Introduces Harsher Penalties and Trials in Absentia
The Russian State Duma is preparing three bills to expand the definition of "foreign agents", introducing up to 7 years imprisonment with asset confiscation for aiding international organizations not involving Russia and enabling trials in absentia for those who have left Russia.
Russia Expands "Foreign Agent" Law, Introduces Harsher Penalties and Trials in Absentia
The Russian State Duma is preparing three bills to expand the definition of "foreign agents", introducing up to 7 years imprisonment with asset confiscation for aiding international organizations not involving Russia and enabling trials in absentia for those who have left Russia.
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68% Bias Score
USAID's Closure in Kazakhstan Sparks Debate Over Foreign Funding and LGBTQ+ Issues
After 33 years in Kazakhstan, the USAID office in Almaty closed following a parliamentary inquiry questioning a $2 million grant to a European LGBTQ+ association. A subsequent fake video report falsely accusing USAID of funding opposition groups fueled concerns and calls for stricter regulations on ...
USAID's Closure in Kazakhstan Sparks Debate Over Foreign Funding and LGBTQ+ Issues
After 33 years in Kazakhstan, the USAID office in Almaty closed following a parliamentary inquiry questioning a $2 million grant to a European LGBTQ+ association. A subsequent fake video report falsely accusing USAID of funding opposition groups fueled concerns and calls for stricter regulations on ...
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68% Bias Score
Russia Designates Two BBC Journalists as 'Foreign Agents'
Three hours ago, Russia's Ministry of Justice added six individuals, including two BBC journalists, Anastasia Lotareva and Andrey Kozenko, to its 'foreign agents' registry, citing the spread of misinformation and anti-war stance, marking the first such addition this year.
Russia Designates Two BBC Journalists as 'Foreign Agents'
Three hours ago, Russia's Ministry of Justice added six individuals, including two BBC journalists, Anastasia Lotareva and Andrey Kozenko, to its 'foreign agents' registry, citing the spread of misinformation and anti-war stance, marking the first such addition this year.
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52% Bias Score
Russia Freezes Assets of "Foreign Agents"
The Russian State Duma passed a law freezing the assets of nearly 500 individuals labeled "foreign agents," affecting various income sources, including rental income, sale proceeds from property or vehicles, bank deposits, and dividends, starting March 1, 2025.
Russia Freezes Assets of "Foreign Agents"
The Russian State Duma passed a law freezing the assets of nearly 500 individuals labeled "foreign agents," affecting various income sources, including rental income, sale proceeds from property or vehicles, bank deposits, and dividends, starting March 1, 2025.
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56% Bias Score
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