Russian-built Telegram messaging app takes battle with state security over access to data to European Court of Human Rights

The European Court of Human Rights will consider a long-running dispute between the Telegram messaging service and Russia’s top state security agency over access to users’ data. … Read More >Russian-built Telegram messaging app takes battle with state security over access to data to European Court of Human Rights

‘Help people survive, not starve’ – Russian charity tests new virtual food card to help victims of coronavirus economic hardship

A new benefit card is being rolled out in some Russian cities, aimed at helping people buy food when their income has been reduced by the Covid-19 pandemic. … Read More >‘Help people survive, not starve’ – Russian charity tests new virtual food card to help victims of coronavirus economic hardship

Trump unloads on Bolton after election comments, calling ex-adviser a ‘dope’ who wanted to ‘go to war’

President Donald Trump has called former national security adviser John Bolton a “dope,” saying his advice always boiled down to “Gee, let’s go to war.” Bolton earlier called on the GOP to abandon Trump and tell voters he lost. … Read More >Trump unloads on Bolton after election comments, calling ex-adviser a ‘dope’ who wanted to ‘go to war’

Who spied on journalists, again? Obama urged to self-reflect after accusing Trump of acting like a power-hungry dictator

Barack Obama has suggested that Donald Trump resembles a tyrant who will do anything to consolidate power, prompting social media users to recall the ex-president’s penchant for drone strikes and wiretapping. … Read More >Who spied on journalists, again? Obama urged to self-reflect after accusing Trump of acting like a power-hungry dictator

Poland blames RUSSIA for damaging its image in Western countries as Warsaw’s rows with Brussels deepen

A top Polish intelligence official’s spokesman has accused Moscow of seeking to tarnish the country’s reputation abroad. The remarks come as Warsaw faces intense EU criticism over restrictions on abortion and LGBT rights. … Read More >Poland blames RUSSIA for damaging its image in Western countries as Warsaw’s rows with Brussels deepen