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The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-02-19

Foreign spies targeting Australia's nuclear submarine program, intelligence chief warns

Foreign intelligence services are likely to focus on interference to undermine support for Australia's pact with the UK and US and potentially sabotage if regional tensions escalate, according to officials.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-02-13

Fighting blocks IAEA access to Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant

Ukraine accused Russia of blocking the International Atomic Energy Agency's staff rotation at the power plant, escalating tensions over nuclear safety amid the ongoing conflict.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-01-28

China's missile material shipment to Iran fans tensions over Tehran's nuclear aims

Iran is increasingly reliant on Beijing after its missile program was pummeled by Israeli strikes late last year.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-01-22

Iran speeding towards weapons grade uranium, says IAEA head

Iran's nuclear program has grown 'dramatically' in terms of capabilities, facilities and inventory of nuclear material, says UN nuclear watchdog head Rafael Grossi.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-01-14

North Korea test-fires short-range ballistic missiles in latest provocation

The launches come a week after North Korea launched what it called a new hypersonic missile.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2025-01-06

North Korea fires ballistic missile amid more warnings of Russian cooperation

Moscow intends to share advanced space and satellite technology with Pyongyang, US officials warn.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2024-12-19

UK, France, Germany say Iran must 'reverse its nuclear escalation'

Iran has increased its manufacturing of enriched uranium such that it is the only non-nuclear-weapon state to possess uranium enriched to 60%.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2024-12-17

N. Korea-Russia alliance spurs concerns over WMD proliferation

Nuclear-armed North Korea is keen to acquire advanced technology from Russia, and observers are wondering what Moscow is giving Pyongyang for its help in the Ukraine war.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2024-12-16

IAEA inspections increase at Iranian uranium enrichment plant

Increased inspections have ramped up following news that the Iranian regime was significantly increasing the rate of uranium enrichment production.

The Kremlin is testing the mechanics of a fully sovereign internet, a decisive step that would sever ordinary Russians from the open web and hand the regime total command over information flows.

Global Issues 2024-12-09

IAEA says Iran plans to 'significantly increase' enriched uranium production

Uranium enriched to 60% brings Iran closer to the 90% needed to make a nuclear weapon.