No pushover. Despite relentless Russian interference since the start of the war in Ukraine, Moldova has gone its own way — Novaya Gazeta Europe
No pushover. Despite relentless Russian interference since the start of the war in Ukraine, Moldova has gone its own way — Novaya Gazeta Europe
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Imported voters, fake websites: Russia’s covert efforts to stop Armenia’s pivot West | The Straits Times
Summary: The Straits Times reports that Russia is covertly opposing Armenia’s pro-West pivot ahead of its June elections. Western intelligence says Moscow has pressured Armenia through disinformation campaigns and a plan to transport tens of thousands of Russian-Armenian voters, targeting Nikol Pashinyan’s re-election. Pashinyan has moved closer to Europe and NATO, with the US backing deals (including a minerals agreement and a proposed transit corridor, the Trump Route) that
Imported voters, fake websites: Russia’s covert efforts to stop Armenia’s pivot West | The Straits Times
Summary: The Straits Times reports that Russia is covertly trying to prevent Armenia’s re-election of Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan due to his Western-leaning pivot. Key tactics include disinformation campaigns and a planned scheme to transport tens of thousands of Russian-Armenians to influence the June election, with a cited cost around $50 million to mobilize 100,000 voters. Meanwhile, Armenia is strengthening ties with the West and Europe, including a minerals deal with
Inside the alleged Russian operation to trigger anti-government protests in Angola – Martin Plaut
Summary: - Two Russians, including Igor Ratch, face trial in Angola for involvement in anti-government protests, disinformation, and alleged interference in the 2025 presidential election. - The operation appears aimed at shaping Angola’s foreign policy alignment, with Russia seeking influence as Angola’s resources (oil, diamonds) and strategic position remain of interest to Moscow. - Angola has drifted somewhat away from Russia; sanctions-related exits by Alrosa and VTB have