All articles tagged with #foreign interference
A 27-year-old Russian-Australian man who trained in Russia, later joined Ukrainian forces, is charged with foreign interference for allegedly passing or attempting to pass Ukrainian military information to Russian intelligence; the case carries a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
The Bulwark argues that Donald Trump poses a greater risk to U.S. elections than foreign actors, citing a National Intelligence Council report that foreign powers did not alter the technical voting process in 2020, while noting that foreign powers spread claims to undermine confidence. The piece contends Trump’s primetime address and ongoing rhetoric amount to domestic election influence that challenges the legitimacy of elections, highlighting weak polling for Trump and GOP leaders who embrace his narrative, and urging a pro-democracy effort to uphold trust in democratic processes.
President Donald Trump is set to deliver a rare primetime speech in which he will renew the claim that the 2020 election was rigged, highlighting findings his aides say show foreign interference in the race.
Japan is establishing its first centralized intelligence apparatus since World War II, transforming the Cabinet Intelligence and Research Office into a National Intelligence Council and a National Intelligence Bureau to coordinate gathering, analysis, and operations. The reform aims to counter threats from North Korea, China and Russia, improve interagency coordination, and close legal gaps for anti-espionage and influence campaigns, with Western allies reportedly advising on the setup. While it stops short of a U.S.-style CIA, the move signals a clear shift toward Japan taking greater control of its own intelligence while facing domestic debate over surveillance and defense spending.
France's Viginum accuses Israeli-linked BlackCore of running a coordinated disinformation operation against Scotland's First Minister John Swinney and the SNP ahead of the Holyrood election, using hundreds of inauthentic accounts to push comments on Swinney's and SNP posts; the SNP won the election and Swinney was re-elected, while BlackCore's actions are under scrutiny and Israel's embassy awaits France's findings.
With an August 29 vote on restarting EU accession talks looming, Iceland’s foreign minister warns of a Brexit‑like moment driven by misinformation, foreign interference and AI-fuelled manipulation, risking influence from Russia and other actors. The government argues EU membership could bolster security and integration, while opponents fear fishing, sovereignty and disrupted ties with the US. Polls show a tight race; a yes would restart talks and potentially lead to a second referendum if a deal is reached. The presidency and experts stress the need to counter AI-driven misinformation, and Iceland maintains strong US ties alongside broader alliances.
Two UK-Chinese dual nationals, Peter Wai and Bill Yuen, were convicted of assisting a foreign intelligence service and conducting 'shadow policing' of Hong Kong dissidents in the UK, including surveillance; Britain says it will summon China’s ambassador and sentencing for the pair is to be set.
Slovenia says it has confirmed foreign influence in last weekend’s election, with comments from former prime minister Janez Jansa and current prime minister Robert Golob underscoring concerns about external meddling.
Slovenia’s close election is rocked by allegations that Black Cube, a private Israeli intelligence firm, conducted covert surveillance and leaked recordings intended to link government corruption to PM Golob, fueling claims of foreign interference as European observers warn of private espionage influencing democratic processes.
A circulating 17-page draft executive order would declare a national emergency over foreign interference in elections and grant the president sweeping powers to alter voting rules, including the potential ban of mail ballots and voting machines. Trump says he’s “never heard of” the draft, while supporters claim White House coordination. Legal experts say such an order would face swift court challenges and that election administration is primarily a state and congressional matter; the piece also references past Trump positions on voter ID and mail voting and outlines the vast practical upheaval a unilateral order could entail.
Canada says India is not currently linked to violent crimes or threats on Canadian soil, signaling a reset in ties ahead of Prime Minister Mark Carney's visit to India to boost investment and trade, even as Sikh groups warn that threats persist amid Nijjar-related tensions.
Greenland’s Dog Sledding Association says it is investigating who invited Jeff Landry, Trump’s envoy to Greenland, to its annual race, condemning outside political pressure and the involvement of foreign political actors; the move underscores U.S. efforts to influence Greenland, with reports that Vice President JD Vance’s wife was set to attend last year but canceled amid protests.
The article discusses the pivotal elections across Europe in 2026, including Hungary's potential leadership change, regional elections in major EU countries, and the impact of foreign interference, set against the backdrop of ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict and global elections affecting EU interests.
The UK is launching an independent inquiry into foreign financial influence and interference in its domestic politics, focusing on Russia and China, following cases of corruption and covert influence, with the aim to strengthen electoral safeguards and protect democracy.
The article reports that former President Donald Trump has significantly increased his wealth through his involvement in the cryptocurrency industry, notably with the launch of WLFI, which has become a highly valuable asset for his family, raising concerns about foreign interference and the ethics of a sitting president profiting from crypto ventures.