Romania arrests six over alleged Russia-linked coup plotRomania detains six people for allegedly plotting a coup with Russian assistance.
Romania: Six arrested over alleged coup plot with Russia DW 03/06/2025A group attempting to overthrow the Romanian government includes a 101-year-old general and is linked to foreign agents.
Legal chaos' as Romanian court rules against annulment of presidential voteRomanian court chaos complicates presidential election rerun amidst allegations of foreign influence and political suppression.
Romania arrests six over alleged Russia-linked coup plotRomania detains six people for allegedly plotting a coup with Russian assistance.
Romania: Six arrested over alleged coup plot with Russia DW 03/06/2025A group attempting to overthrow the Romanian government includes a 101-year-old general and is linked to foreign agents.
Legal chaos' as Romanian court rules against annulment of presidential voteRomanian court chaos complicates presidential election rerun amidst allegations of foreign influence and political suppression.
These Are the Countries Most Firmly Under Moscow's ThumbThe resurgence of Russian influence in former Soviet territories indicates a new phase of geopolitical tension reminiscent of the Cold War.
Sweden says no proof Chinese ship meant to damage cables DW 04/15/2025Swedish investigation finds no intentional damage to undersea cables by Chinese vessel Yi Peng 3.
These Are the Countries Most Firmly Under Moscow's ThumbThe resurgence of Russian influence in former Soviet territories indicates a new phase of geopolitical tension reminiscent of the Cold War.
Sweden says no proof Chinese ship meant to damage cables DW 04/15/2025Swedish investigation finds no intentional damage to undersea cables by Chinese vessel Yi Peng 3.
Can Moldova population 2.4m show the world how to stand up to Putin?Moldova faces unprecedented threats to its democracy from Russian influence and must adapt its defenses without compromising democratic values.
Gagauzia: Moldova's overwhelmingly pro-Russian region DW 11/01/2024Gagauzia shows strong pro-Russian sentiment, rejecting EU ties in favor of Russia, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.
Moldovans vote in presidential runoff amid claims of Russian interferenceMoldova's presidential election is crucial for its European aspirations amidst Russian interference and domestic corruption.
Can Transnistria weather the loss of Russian gas?Transnistria's survival depends on Russian support, which is weakening due to the recent collapse of gas supplies.
Pro-West Leader Wins High-Stakes Vote in Former Soviet RepublicMaia Sandu won re-election in Moldova, promoting a pro-Western stance amid rising tensions influenced by Moscow.
Short of Heat and Power, the Breakaway Region of Transnistria Struggles Without Russian GasTransnistria faces severe energy crises due to halted gas supplies from Moscow, complicating survival and leading to significant power outages.
Can Moldova population 2.4m show the world how to stand up to Putin?Moldova faces unprecedented threats to its democracy from Russian influence and must adapt its defenses without compromising democratic values.
Gagauzia: Moldova's overwhelmingly pro-Russian region DW 11/01/2024Gagauzia shows strong pro-Russian sentiment, rejecting EU ties in favor of Russia, reflecting broader geopolitical divides.
Moldovans vote in presidential runoff amid claims of Russian interferenceMoldova's presidential election is crucial for its European aspirations amidst Russian interference and domestic corruption.
Can Transnistria weather the loss of Russian gas?Transnistria's survival depends on Russian support, which is weakening due to the recent collapse of gas supplies.
Pro-West Leader Wins High-Stakes Vote in Former Soviet RepublicMaia Sandu won re-election in Moldova, promoting a pro-Western stance amid rising tensions influenced by Moscow.
Short of Heat and Power, the Breakaway Region of Transnistria Struggles Without Russian GasTransnistria faces severe energy crises due to halted gas supplies from Moscow, complicating survival and leading to significant power outages.
Fact check: Russia's influence on Germany's 2025 election DW 02/18/2025Russia continues to influence elections through disinformation campaigns targeting centrist parties, particularly in Germany.
Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accidentRussian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.
Russia produced fake video of immigrant election fraud in Georgia, officials sayThe Kremlin is implicated in creating disinformation videos aimed at influencing U.S. elections. U.S. officials have condemned these claims as false.
'Make this go viral MAGA folks': Russian propaganda group circulated this fake Kamala storyA false claim about Kamala Harris's involvement in a hit-and-run is linked to a Russian disinformation campaign.
Between Russia and Elon Musk, German Voters Face a Dual Front' of DisinformationRussian disinformation targeting Germany's elections seeks to manipulate public perception and bolster far-right parties.
Is Russia trying to influence the US election? DW 09/10/2024Russian state broadcaster RT allegedly funded a Tennessee firm to create content with hidden messaging for U.S. audiences to influence the upcoming elections.
Fact check: Russia's influence on Germany's 2025 election DW 02/18/2025Russia continues to influence elections through disinformation campaigns targeting centrist parties, particularly in Germany.
Fake Russian news site falsely claimed Kamala Harris was in hit-and-run accidentRussian surrogates are using fabricated videos to discredit political figures in the US elections, particularly targeting Vice President Harris.
Russia produced fake video of immigrant election fraud in Georgia, officials sayThe Kremlin is implicated in creating disinformation videos aimed at influencing U.S. elections. U.S. officials have condemned these claims as false.
'Make this go viral MAGA folks': Russian propaganda group circulated this fake Kamala storyA false claim about Kamala Harris's involvement in a hit-and-run is linked to a Russian disinformation campaign.
Between Russia and Elon Musk, German Voters Face a Dual Front' of DisinformationRussian disinformation targeting Germany's elections seeks to manipulate public perception and bolster far-right parties.
Is Russia trying to influence the US election? DW 09/10/2024Russian state broadcaster RT allegedly funded a Tennessee firm to create content with hidden messaging for U.S. audiences to influence the upcoming elections.
ECOWAS loses membership of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger DW 01/29/2025Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger withdraw from ECOWAS, citing French influence and seeking closer ties with Russia.
Ukraine says ready to replace Hungary in EU and NATOUkraine is prepared to replace Hungary in the EU and NATO if Hungary chooses to join Russian-led groups.
Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in as Georgia's new president DW 12/29/2024Georgia inaugurated new president amid claims of election theft; pro-EU protests highlight fears of increased Russian influence. Outgoing president declares the new leadership illegitimate.
Georgia's President Salome Zourabichvili defiantly joins protestersPresident Zourabichvili defies election results, insisting on remaining in power amidst protests alleging manipulation and foreign interference.
Georgia adopts anti-LGBTQ law, raising concerns ahead of electionsGeorgia's new law discriminating against LGBTQ people hinders its EU accession process.
Protesters gather for third night of demonstrations after Georgia announces suspension of EU talksProtests in Georgia reflect significant public dissent against the government's decision to halt EU accession talks amid allegations of electoral manipulation.
In Georgia Protests, Echoes of Ukraine's Past RevolutionsGeorgia faces rising tensions reminiscent of Ukraine's pre-war period, with an authoritarian government pushing closer to Moscow.
Georgia must change course to open EU membership talks, says European CommissionThe European Commission will not recommend EU membership talks with Georgia due to the ruling party's shift away from pro-Western reforms.
Mikheil Kavelashvili sworn in as Georgia's new president DW 12/29/2024Georgia inaugurated new president amid claims of election theft; pro-EU protests highlight fears of increased Russian influence. Outgoing president declares the new leadership illegitimate.
Georgia's President Salome Zourabichvili defiantly joins protestersPresident Zourabichvili defies election results, insisting on remaining in power amidst protests alleging manipulation and foreign interference.
Georgia adopts anti-LGBTQ law, raising concerns ahead of electionsGeorgia's new law discriminating against LGBTQ people hinders its EU accession process.
Protesters gather for third night of demonstrations after Georgia announces suspension of EU talksProtests in Georgia reflect significant public dissent against the government's decision to halt EU accession talks amid allegations of electoral manipulation.
In Georgia Protests, Echoes of Ukraine's Past RevolutionsGeorgia faces rising tensions reminiscent of Ukraine's pre-war period, with an authoritarian government pushing closer to Moscow.
Georgia must change course to open EU membership talks, says European CommissionThe European Commission will not recommend EU membership talks with Georgia due to the ruling party's shift away from pro-Western reforms.
Can Europe switch to a wartime mindset'? Take it from us in Ukraine: here is what that means | Oleksandr MykhedThe mindset of wartime living involves perceiving all aspects of Russian culture and influence as threats in the context of ongoing conflict.
Chad Ends Longtime Military Partnership With FranceChad has ended its military partnership with France, signaling a major shift in influence and sovereignty in the Sahel region.
France hands over first base in Chad during withdrawal from former colonyChad has officially ended military cooperation with France, marking a significant shift in regional military dynamics.
Chad Ends Longtime Military Partnership With FranceChad has ended its military partnership with France, signaling a major shift in influence and sovereignty in the Sahel region.
France hands over first base in Chad during withdrawal from former colonyChad has officially ended military cooperation with France, marking a significant shift in regional military dynamics.
Protesters storm parliament in breakaway Georgian region of AbkhaziaProtesters clashed with police in Abkhazia over a controversial proposal allowing Russians to buy property, leading to demands for political change.
Lawmaker shot dead in parliament in breakaway Georgian region of AbkhaziaVakhtang Golandzia, a politician in Abkhazia, was killed in a shooting at the parliament, resulting in political turmoil and violence in the region.
Abkhazia's leader resigns after protests over investment dealBzhania resigned under pressure from protests against Russian influence, but might retract if demonstrators do not leave government buildings.
Protesters storm parliament in breakaway Georgian region of AbkhaziaProtesters clashed with police in Abkhazia over a controversial proposal allowing Russians to buy property, leading to demands for political change.
Lawmaker shot dead in parliament in breakaway Georgian region of AbkhaziaVakhtang Golandzia, a politician in Abkhazia, was killed in a shooting at the parliament, resulting in political turmoil and violence in the region.
Abkhazia's leader resigns after protests over investment dealBzhania resigned under pressure from protests against Russian influence, but might retract if demonstrators do not leave government buildings.
Ukraine supplied Syrian rebels with drones and operators for the offensive that toppled Assad last week: reportUkrainian support to Syrian rebels aided in the unexpected overthrow of Bashar Assad, showcasing Ukraine's strategy to counter Russian influence.
Bashar al-Assad of Syria Falls to RebelsAl-Assad's government fell rapidly as rebel forces advanced on Damascus, leading to his flight and a potential shift in Syria's power structure.
3 U.S. Intelligence Agencies Warn of Election Interference Efforts by Russia and IranRussia is intensifying efforts to undermine confidence in the U.S. election through misinformation on social media.
Bomb threats disrupted what was otherwise relatively smooth voting on Election DayBomb threats linked to Russian domains disrupted U.S. voting, but election officials successfully managed challenges to ensure voting access.
The FBI says Russian emails are sending fake bomb threats to polling stationsFBI warns of fake bomb threats from Russian domains to disrupt U.S. elections, but they are currently not considered credible.
Russian email domains sent uncredible bomb threats to polling places, FBI saysBomb threats linked to Russian email addresses have impacted polling processes but are considered not credible by authorities.
CISA has not clocked any 'national-level significant incidents' impacting the election, official saysCISA reports no significant threats to the security of today's presidential election.
Doppelganger Debunking: Monitoring Social Media Does Not Equate to Recruitment - emptywheelThe DOJ is debunking misinformation regarding the scope of Russian election influence, emphasizing the systematic monitoring of social media influencers.
3 U.S. Intelligence Agencies Warn of Election Interference Efforts by Russia and IranRussia is intensifying efforts to undermine confidence in the U.S. election through misinformation on social media.
Bomb threats disrupted what was otherwise relatively smooth voting on Election DayBomb threats linked to Russian domains disrupted U.S. voting, but election officials successfully managed challenges to ensure voting access.
The FBI says Russian emails are sending fake bomb threats to polling stationsFBI warns of fake bomb threats from Russian domains to disrupt U.S. elections, but they are currently not considered credible.
Russian email domains sent uncredible bomb threats to polling places, FBI saysBomb threats linked to Russian email addresses have impacted polling processes but are considered not credible by authorities.
CISA has not clocked any 'national-level significant incidents' impacting the election, official saysCISA reports no significant threats to the security of today's presidential election.
Doppelganger Debunking: Monitoring Social Media Does Not Equate to Recruitment - emptywheelThe DOJ is debunking misinformation regarding the scope of Russian election influence, emphasizing the systematic monitoring of social media influencers.
Moldovans vote in tense presidential run-off amid Russian meddling claimsMaia Sandu faces a challenging election against a Russia-friendly rival amid allegations of fraud and foreign interference.
U.S. intel officials says Russia is behind attempts to smear Tim WalzRussian actors spread false claims against Tim Walz to undermine Democratic candidates during the election campaign.
Neo-Nazi group the Base found a safe space to recruit Americans: the Russian internetThe Base is a neo-Nazi terrorist group using Russian platforms for recruitment due to increased moderation from Western social media.
Here's What Right-Wing Influencers Actually Talked About in Tenet Media Videos Allegedly Financed by RussiaRight-wing influencers were allegedly funded by a Russian state-backed network to promote specific narratives in the US.
U.S. intel officials says Russia is behind attempts to smear Tim WalzRussian actors spread false claims against Tim Walz to undermine Democratic candidates during the election campaign.
Neo-Nazi group the Base found a safe space to recruit Americans: the Russian internetThe Base is a neo-Nazi terrorist group using Russian platforms for recruitment due to increased moderation from Western social media.
Here's What Right-Wing Influencers Actually Talked About in Tenet Media Videos Allegedly Financed by RussiaRight-wing influencers were allegedly funded by a Russian state-backed network to promote specific narratives in the US.
American creating deepfakes targeting Harris works with Russian intel, documents showJohn Mark Dougan's connection to the GRU highlights the intersection of misinformation campaigns and foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old GirlA fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.
American creating deepfakes targeting Harris works with Russian intel, documents showJohn Mark Dougan's connection to the GRU highlights the intersection of misinformation campaigns and foreign influence in U.S. politics.
Russian Troll Farms Blamed for Fake Viral Story That Kamala Harris Ran Over a 13-Year-Old GirlA fabricated news story about Kamala Harris was linked to a Russian influence campaign, highlighting ongoing misinformation tactics.
US still unprepared for Russian election interference, Robert Mueller saysThe US remains unprepared for future Russian election interference despite lessons learned from 2016.
Taoiseach says he knows identity of Irish politician at centre of Russian spy allegationsIreland must remain vigilant against Russian influence amid national security concerns.The Gardaí monitor Russian activities seriously, especially in public discourse.
US still unprepared for Russian election interference, Robert Mueller saysThe US remains unprepared for future Russian election interference despite lessons learned from 2016.
Taoiseach says he knows identity of Irish politician at centre of Russian spy allegationsIreland must remain vigilant against Russian influence amid national security concerns.The Gardaí monitor Russian activities seriously, especially in public discourse.
US authorities charge American presenter for Russian television and former Trump adviser with money laundering through art and antiquesThe Simeses have been charged with laundering money and violating US sanctions through art and antiques.
Hillary Clinton Calls for Prosecution of Americans Who Use Russian Talking Points' on MSNBCThere is a need to prosecute Americans promoting Russian propaganda, according to Hillary Clinton.
Russian threat groups shift attention to Harris-Walz campaign, researchers findRussian influence operations are now targeting Kamala Harris, indicating a strategic shift in disinformation tactics for the 2024 elections.
Hillary Clinton Calls for Prosecution of Americans Who Use Russian Talking Points' on MSNBCThere is a need to prosecute Americans promoting Russian propaganda, according to Hillary Clinton.
Russian threat groups shift attention to Harris-Walz campaign, researchers findRussian influence operations are now targeting Kamala Harris, indicating a strategic shift in disinformation tactics for the 2024 elections.
US intelligence official says Russian state media is pushing US voters toward Trump using Western influencers amid Putin's claims Russia is backing HarrisRT is attempting to influence US voters toward Trump using Western influencers.