Russia’s Crime and Punishment

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Russia’s Crime and Punishment: Creating a court that has jurisdiction to try Russian leaders for launching the war in Ukraine is an essential step in the global ...

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Jan 18 23

Gravitas: Russian mercenary defects to Norway: A former mercenary from the Wagner group has defected to Norway. The 26-yr-old plans to offer evidence of war ...

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Apr 18

German police arrest suspected Russian spies over bombing plan: Two men held for alleged intent to sabotage that included military base training Ukrainian ...

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TV Tower in Kharkiv Struck as Russia Says Captured Village: A major television tower was toppled in Ukraine's war-battered city of Kharkiv on Monday after ...

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Apr 18

Germany arrests two suspected of spying for Russia, planning attacks: Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany on suspicion of spying ...

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Swedish Navy chief says Russian 'shadow fleet' of oil tankers possibly conducting espionage in Baltic Sea

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Apr 18

Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: Two German-Russians were arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing sabotage operations ...

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Apr 18

Bayreuth: Suspected Russian spies arrested: The two German-Russians are strongly suspected of having worked for a foreign secret service in a particularly ...

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Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage

In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.

One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.

A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.

Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.

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Apr 21

Londongrad forever? Why the UK may never seize Russian assets: Pledges to take Russian money to help Ukraine face a litany of legal and tactical quandaries.

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Apr 22

Kyiv Warns Situation on Front Will Worsen in May: The situation for Ukraine on its front line is likely to steadily deteriorate in the coming weeks ...

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Apr 18

Ukraine Says Hit Russian Airfield in Annexed Crimea: Ukraine said Thursday its forces had struck a large Russian airfield on the annexed Crimean peninsula ...

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Apr 17

Russian court orders retrial of physicist jailed for treason: Russia's Supreme Court on Wednesday annulled a treason verdict against a physicist sentenced to 12 ...

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Apr 18

Germany arrests two for alleged military sabotage plot on behalf of Russia: Authorities have searched the homes and workplaces of the two suspects accused of ...

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Apr 18

Man arrested in Poland over suspected plan to assassinate Zelenskyy: A man suspected of helping Russian intelligence services plan an assassination attempt ...

Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan

A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.

He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.

Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.

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Russian court orders retrial of physicist jailed for treason

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Apr 19

Rising Rivers Force More Evacuations in Kazakhstan, Russia: Water levels are still rising in rivers crossing Kazakhstan and Russia as floods continue to wreak ...

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Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense

At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.

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Tusk wants to 'burn out every betrayal with a red-hot iron' ｜ DPA: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has threatened harsh consequences following the ...

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The Moscow Times

themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/russian-backed-official-survives-assassination-attempt-in-occupied-ukraine-colleague-says-a84862

Apr 16

Russian-Backed Official Survives Assassination Attempt in Occupied Ukraine, Colleague Says

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Apr 17

Record Number of Russian Soldiers Convicted of Murder in 2023 – Data: A record number of Russian soldiers were convicted of murder in 2023, the ...

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Apr 11

US cyber agency says Russian hackers use Microsoft access to steal government emails

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Apr 09

Russia, China to maintain fight against terrorism, Lavrov says: Russia and China will continue to cooperate in the fight against terrorism as part of their ...

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Apr 15

Londongrad forever? Why the UK may never seize Russian assets: Pledges to take Russian money to help Ukraine face a litany of legal and tactical quandaries.

politico.eu/article/londongrad-forever-uk-never-seize-russia-assets-ukraine-war-sanctions/

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Apr 05

Wirecard fugitive helped run Russian spy operations across Europe: Jan Marsalek used agents in Vienna to plot break-ins and assassinations by Russian hit squads ...

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Apr 11

Ukraine war: date set for peace conference in Switzerland - probably without Russia

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Apr 19

After arrests for espionage: Federal government rejects Russian criticism: The alleged espionage case from Bavaria has diplomatic consequences ...

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Apr 18

Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: According to ARD information, two German-Russians were arrested for preparing sabotage operations on behalf of ...

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Apr 12

Austria rocked by massive Russian spying scandal: For years, an ex-intelligence agent provided Moscow with sensitive information, including the private Vienna ...

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Apr 14

Luxury yachts and other myths: How Republican lawmakers echo Russian propaganda: Russian regime propaganda has steadily taken root in America’s political ...

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Biden promises speedy delivery of 'battlefield' aid for Ukraine: US President Joe Biden promised that tens of billions of dollars of much-delayed military aid ...

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Apr 09

Ukraine Says It’s Behind Blaze on Russian Warship in Baltic Sea: Ukrainian military intelligence was responsible for an attack on a Russian naval missile carrier ...

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Apr 19

Background information from ntv reporter Munz: How does Moscow react to the spy exposure?

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Apr 08

Russian media: Orsk oil refinery suspends work after dam breach, floods: Russia's Orsk oil refinery suspended operations after a flood caused a dam breach ...

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Apr 13

Tajik foreign minister criticizes treatment of Moscow attack suspects, crackdown on Tajiks in Russia

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Apr 19

Srebrenica Genocide Must Be Condemned, Denial Banned, 2 Members Of Bosnian Presidency Tell UN

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Apr 11

Russian Security Agents Say Killed 2 Militants in North Caucasus Anti-Terrorism Operation

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Apr 17

Russian Court Orders Review of Verdict Against Scientist: A Russian court has overturned the verdict of an aerospace scientist who was sentenced to 12 years in ...

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Apr 03

Ukraine conference: 57 countries deal with Russian crimes: 57 countries gathered in the Netherlands for a Ukraine conference. They want to investigate Russian ...

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Quick Glance: Russian Assault Harms Residents of Kharkiv Oblast

A Russian assault on the Kharkiv Oblast region the day before resulted in tragic consequences, leading to the death of a man and the injury of an 11-year-old boy.

The ongoing attacks on settlements in Kharkiv Oblast by Russian forces are alarming and distressing for the residents.

The residents of Kupiansk-Vuzlovyi in Kharkiv Oblast are victims of the recent assault, jeopardizing the region's security and stability.

The National Police in Kharkiv Oblast is documenting the escalating violence and its impact on the local population.

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Apr 19

Russia's embassy denies spying in Germany: Two people who are said to have spied for Russia have been arrested in Germany. The Russian embassy is now making ...

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German intelligence officer denies Russia spying charges: A former German intelligence officer accused of handing information to Moscow that showed Berlin had ...

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Apr 22

Budanov: Ukraine faces 'difficult situation' starting mid-May: Ukraine is about to face a "difficult" but "not catastrophic" ...

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Russian shelling kills one in east Ukraine : Russian shelling killed one person in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region on Thursday, authorities said ...

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Apr 14

Russians are preparing false flag provocation at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

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Quick Glance: Reviving a Decommissioned Nuclear Plant

With a financial support of $1.52 billion from the US Department of Energy, an inactive nuclear power plant in Michigan may receive a new opportunity. If successful, this would mark the first instance of a closed nuclear power plant reopening in the US.

After 50 years of operation, the Palisades nuclear power plant was decommissioned in 2022. The process of reopening presents technical, administrative, and regulatory challenges. However, the new owners have been working on the plans for years, which facilitates the potential restart.

Securing funding and approvals is crucial for the revival of the nuclear power plant. State support and a substantial federal loan are intended to cover the necessary repairs and upgrades. Yet, regulatory approval remains a significant hurdle in the reopening process.

In the event of approval, Palisades aims to operate until at least 2051. The growing support for nuclear energy and increased financing make older facilities more profitable. Nevertheless, a wave of reopenings for other decommissioned nuclear plants in the US is unlikely.

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Several Russian personnel expelled from NATO HQ amid espionage claims: Stoltenberg

Quick Glance: NATO Exposes Russian Spies in Brussels

In recent years, NATO has expelled suspected Russian spies from its headquarters in Brussels.

Secretary General Stoltenberg confirms the expulsions without providing specific numbers.

German politicians like Strack-Zimmermann and von Notz call for better security measures against espionage.

Kiesewetter describes the Russian intelligence system as offensive-aggressive and praises NATO's response.

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Apr 18

German spying: Two men held over suspected Russian sabotage plot: Germany authorities say the men were planning to sabotage military aid for Ukraine and had ...

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Business Insider Apr 12

This is how Russia (un)skillfully increases its global influence: In Ukraine, Putin's regime is deploying all its military might. Russia also wants to ...

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Apr 18

Russian Hypersonic Missile Scientist Jailed for 'High Treason': Alexander Kuranov has been sentenced to seven years in a "high-security penal colony ...

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Apr 08

Russian missile ship set on fire near Kaliningrad, Ukraine's intelligence claims

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Apr 05

Austrian ruling party accuses far right of enabling Russian spying

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Apr 04

Residents in Bucha remember massacre two years on: Over 1,000 people were killed by Russian forces in the town before it was liberated on 31st March 2022.

euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/04/residents-in-bucha-remember-massacre-two-years-on

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Russian troops use motorcycles in assault: Russian troops used a mobile strike team on motorcycles to attack Ukrainian positions. Soldiers have released a video ...

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Apr 15

Ukraine intercepts Russian sabotage group near border in Sumy Oblast: Border guards repelled an attack by Russian saboteurs in Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's State ...

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Apr 05

Russia Is Descending into the Dark Ages Through Normalizing Violence: Opinion | The videos of masked men shooting at members of the audience in the Crocus City ...

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Why is Ukraine thinking of banning Telegram? : Pro-Russian Telegram channels are allegedly spreading misinformation about Ukrainian military and politics ...

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Apr 03

After terror attack, Russia sees U.S. role and claims it is at war with NATO: Russian officials have largely ignored why authorities failed to prevent a ...

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Russia Is Descending into the Dark Ages Through Normalizing Violence: Opinion | The videos of masked men shooting at members of the audience in the Crocus City ...

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Austrian arrest points to extent of Russian infiltration across Europe: An arrest warrant for an Austrian suspect alleges that he handed over cellphone data of ...

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Apr 15

Frontline report: Russian survival rate at 3% during White Mountain storming near Luhansk's Bilohorivka - Euromaidan Press

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Russia convicts the spokesperson for Facebook owner Meta in a swift trial in absentia

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Apr 09

Military intelligence behind drone attack on aviation training center in Russia's Voronezh Oblast, source says

kyivindependent.com/military-intelligence-says-it-is-behind-drone-attack-on-aviation-training-center-in-russias-voronezh-oblast/

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Apr 13

Defense Ministry: Russian forces reach outskirts of Donetsk Oblast's Bohdanivka

kyivindependent.com/defense-ministry-russian-forces-reach-the-outskirts-of-donetsk-oblasts-bohdanivka/

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Apr 04

Media: NATO considers Russian spring offensive unlikely: NATO intelligence data suggests that Russia is unlikely to launch a large-scale offensive in the near ...

kyivindependent.com/nato-russia-spring-offensive-unlikely/

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Apr 09

Ukraine war latest: Ukraine reportedly hits aviation training center in Russia's Voronezh Oblast

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Apr 19

Crimea Strike Smashed S-400 Systems, Radar Stations and Control Center—Kyiv: A pro-Moscow military blogger said the attack involved 12 ATACMS missiles launched ...

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Apr 05

Russian Blogger Gets 10 Months Correctional Labor for Statue Tickling Video: A Russian blogger has been sentenced to 10 months of correctional labor for ...

themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/05/russian-blogger-gets-10-months-correctional-labor-for-statue-tickling-video-a84752

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Apr 13

Ukrainian forces capture three Russian soldiers tasked with covering Russian assault group with smoke screen – video

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Apr 04

FSB detains three more suspects in connection with Moscow terrorist attack: Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) detained three more suspects in ...

kyivindependent.com/fsb-detains-three-suspects-in-connection-with-moscow-terrorist-attack/

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Head of Ukraine's intelligence says Russians are preparing another assassination attempt on him

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Apr 03

Russia’s Terrorism Laws Target Everyone But the Real Threat: Opinion | Anti-extremism legislation, and anti-terrorism legislation even more so ...

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Apr 07

Russian traffic police used for enforced disappearances and FSB terror in occupied Crimea

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Apr 10

In Russia, race hate takes hold after Islamic State's Crocus City Hall terror attack

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Apr 20

Frontline report: Ukrainians repel Russian river crossing attempts near Avdiivka - Euromaidan Press

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Apr 07

Azov soldiers post video of Russian convoy being smashed and Russian tank being captured

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Apr 11

FBI to warn Congress about possible ‘organised attack’ in US after Russian concert hall shooting

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Apr 04

Russia launches drone attack on Kharkiv, killing four, Ukrainian authorities say: A nighttime Russian attack using Iranian-designed drones killed four people and ...

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Apr 19

Battle for Novomykhailivka: Ukraine's 79th Brigade has destroyed over 300 pieces of Russian equipment in six months – video

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Ukraine's military intelligence hints drone attacks on military facilities in Russia to continue, 'range will increase'

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Apr 16

Ukrainian survivor of Russian torture files legal complaint in Argentina: Argentina's constitution allows for trials on "international crimes ...

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Apr 05

Austrian ruling party accuses far right of enabling Russian spying: Allegations has been mounting that Austrian former Wirecard executive Jan Marsalek ...

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Apr 07

Prosecutor General's Office: Russian soldiers kill 3 Ukrainian POWs: The Prosecutor General's Office has opened an investigation into a video that ...

kyivindependent.com/prosecutor-generals-office-russian-soldiers-shoot-3-ukrainian-pows/

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Apr 05

Frontline report: Ukraine repels Russian assault waves in strategic city of Krasnohorivka, Donetsk Oblast - Euromaidan Press

euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/05/frontline-report-ukraine-repels-russian-assault-waves-in-strategic-city-of-krasnohorivka-donetsk-oblast/

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Apr 07

Media: Ukrainian military intelligence denies involvement in drone explosion at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant

kyivindependent.com/media-ukrainian-intelligence-denies-involvement-in-drone-explosion-at-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-power-plant/

Quick Glance: Drone Detonation Reported at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant

According to the notification sent to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a drone explosion occurred on the premises of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on April 7.

The IAEA's observations suggest a consistent detonation, as mentioned in a post on X.

No information was disclosed regarding the party responsible for launching the drone.

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Apr 09

Pyrotechnic Video of Ukrainian Drone Blasting Russian Ammo Stash: The 80th Separate Airborne Assault Brigade said they used an aerial drone to track the Russian ...

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