Federal Security Service.
principal security agency of Russia (FSB)
- Reports this week
- 14
- Active events
- 7
- Connections
- 177
What's happening
Active this week
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FSB opened a criminal case over alleged terrorist activity linked to a group financed by Mikhail Khodorkovsky.Some support1 report
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Denys was kidnapped and taken to a camp in Russian-occupied Crimea. His case is now being investigated by the FSB in Moscow.Some support1 report
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Security Service of Ukraine uncovered FSB reconnaissance activity and treason, and conducted strikes on defense forces locations in Kramatorsk.Well supported16 reports4 developments inside
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FSB draws from Karelia, operates in occupied Donetsk, and GRU was involved in annexation of Crimea.Some support1 report
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FSB initiated a sting operation against reporter Evan Gershkovich in Yekaterinburg while investigating defense industry production.Some support4 reports
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Kremlin utilizes FSB for surveillance operations and monitors Donald Trump due to alleged past activities.Some support1 report
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FSB officers are involved in an investigation in Murmansk regarding Denis Zagore, who works for Barents Observer. Russia has issued an arrest warrant for Zagore.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Russia holds State Duma elections while the FSB conducts internal polling on United Russia and officials attempt to persuade Vladimir Putin.Well supported25 reports9 developments inside
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FSB officers recruited surveillance networks in Lithuania.Some support3 reports
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VR Rus is importing goods from Italy into Russia, involving procurement by a senior official in the Federal Security Service.Some support1 report
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KGB planned a plot to overthrow the Iranian government.Some support3 reports
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Henry Cavill is cast as a CIA agent in U.N.C.L.E., while Kenneth Branagh and Armie Hammer portray roles involving ex-KGB agents and CIA operatives.Some support2 reports
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) is responsible for protecting Russian state infrastructure and personnel, including responding to a targeted attack in Moscow.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) disrupted an operation targeting ambassador Casey.Some support1 report
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) identified Dmitry Karpenko as a Ukrainian contact.Some support7 reports
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KGB operated within the Soviet Union borders on September 9, 2026.Some support1 report
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Germany blamed Russia for an airport incident, while the FSB and resident Nikolai Shcherbakov were mentioned.Some support2 reports
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Zelenskyy referenced an attack in Saratov while FSB alleged Ukrainian intelligence involvement and detained a Moldovan national suspect.Well supported7 reports1 development inside
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FSB detained a Moldovan citizen after Ukrainian intelligence recruited them via social media.Some support2 reports
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Georgy Matyukhin, who was born in the Altai region of Russia, graduated from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations and worked in the KGB’s foreign intelligence division.Some support1 report
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Content featuring the Soviet security agency (Federal Security Service) was reported in relation to market trends.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) is linked to an alleged Ukraine-backed plot to assassinate.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FSB linked to terrorist attack probe in Kyiv.Some support1 report
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FSB successfully recruited an official from the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), who was connected to the defunct Party of Regions.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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FSB guards a laboratory complex in Russia while Putin orders building replacements and the Ministry of Defense directs research there.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Medvedev commented on the suspected FSB assassination of a deserter who departed from a military base in the Kursk region.Some support1 report
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) targeted and investigated individuals, including Pavel Krisevich and Rita Flores, for political activities.Some support2 reports
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The FSB took Khalid and Nurdin into an FSB facility amid Russia's war against Ukraine.Some support1 report
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Both the Central Intelligence Agency and the Federal Security Service are reportedly seeking anonymous phones despite existing regulations.Some support2 reports
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) investigated suspects traveling from Moscow.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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FSB detained a terrorist targeting India following a suicide bombing in Delhi.Some support1 report
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FSB detained an agent acting on Ukraine's orders in the Skadovsk region, highlighting Telegram's use in recruitment.Some support2 reports
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FSB launches an investigation targeting the Telegram platform and accusing Pavel Durov of enabling terrorism and facilitating recruitment.Well supported190 reports4 developments inside
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FSB alleges Telegram founder failed to remove content, leading to brief detention and civil proceedings.Some support14 reports
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) is linked to conflict near Damietta port in Egypt.Some support1 report
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FSB targets global platform founder with arrest warrant following investigation into platform's role in enabling terrorism.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Federal Security Service charged the founder of Telegram with aiding terrorism following an investigation into the platform's role.Some support1 report
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) launched an investigation into failures in international cooperation.Some support1 report
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The Federal Security Service is cooperating on investigations related to financial crimes and corruption.Some support3 reports
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Kazimira Prunskienė, who was born in Lithuania, faces allegations of KGB cooperation while detailing her political career and leadership roles in various parties.Some support2 reports
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FSB claims extremist networks used Telegram in a plot targeting US Independence Day.Some support3 reports
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The Russian state utilizes its domestic security agency, the FSB, to monitor Telegram for prohibited content.Some support1 report
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The Interior Ministry and Federal Security Service are cited for establishing traditions of Russian statehood.Some support1 report
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Bezmenov defected from the KGB to the CIA, having previously served while in India and subsequently settling in Canada.Some support1 report
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FSB is suspected of targeting U.S. government agencies, while Kash Patel planned a visit to FSB headquarters in Russia.Well supported3 reports
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A local company in Kazan developed a new AI system intended for use by the Federal Security Service (FSB).Some support1 report
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KGB cultivated Japanese politicians and academics, exploiting the fact that Japan lacks a central intelligence agency.Some support1 report
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Corera's book details a defection of a KGB officer regarding operations conducted within the European geopolitical sphere.Some support1 report
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FSB, Russia's main intelligence agency, is reportedly targeting the critical infrastructure of the Netherlands via cyber means.Some support1 report
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An article mentions that Iran inherited Soviet methods of state power and that a campaign volunteer spoke on Iranian state TV.Some support1 report
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FSB monitored Kiev's agents' criminal activities while Ukrainian drones targeted a strategic enterprise in Russia.Some support6 reports
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Russian state actors (FSB, Turla group) conducted cyber intrusions across Europe, targeting Finland and Cyprus.Some support2 reports
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Belarus approved a draft agreement on classified information and was authorized to conduct negotiations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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FSB foiled Ukrainian attempt in RussiaSome support1 report
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Romania and the EU condemned hostile cyber activities targeting the country, which were attributed to FSB groups.Some support2 reports
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FSB detained a man suspected of spying for Ukraine who collected intelligence in Sochi.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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FSB released documents detailing massacres involving an individual who fled to Canada for refuge.Some support2 reports
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The Federal Security Service (FSB) utilized research labs in Tula, where incident failures necessitated the development of new technology.Some support1 report
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Vladimir Putin joined the KGB in 1985.Some support2 reports
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FSB interrogates suspects and links a Ukrainian captain to a bridge disaster in the context of the Kerch Bridge conflict.Some support1 report
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Around Federal Security Service this week
News at the entities that move Federal Security Service most-
Kremlin StructuralAntti Häkkänen calls for stronger European coordination as Russia plans sabotage against EU democracy, with Kaja Kallas leading the EU response to hybrid warfare.Moves Federal Security Service
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Vladimir Putin StructuralThe UK maintains its policy against direct engagement with Russians while Donald Trump invites Vladimir Putin to the G20 summit.Moves Federal Security Service
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Belarus StructuralBelarus is expanding bilateral cooperation with Kabul regarding health matters and exchanges.Moves Federal Security Service
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John Ratcliffe OperationalConcerns are being raised regarding the nuclear program, with intelligence suggesting doubts about Iran's willingness to concede in potential deal talks.Moves Federal Security Service
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Security Service of Ukraine OperationalYulia Svyrydenko received allocated funds designated for Ukraine's defense needs.Moves Federal Security Service
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Kash Patel OperationalDonald Trump appoints Bill Pulte as DNI; Pulte splits time between DC and Florida, while Kash Patel faces criticism for jet misuse.Moves Federal Security Service
Connections
The 40 strongest of 177, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Rita Flores Structural
The Federal Security Service recruited Rita Flores under threat of prosecution.
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Kremlin Structural
The FSB operates as a principal security agency that both supports and exerts significant internal power over the Kremlin's leadership.
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Security Service of Ukraine Operational
The two intelligence services are engaged in active, antagonistic operations, including recruitment, targeting, and counter-terrorism efforts.
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Pavel Durov Structural
The FSB has formally charged Pavel Durov with serious crimes, including terrorism facilitation and platform negligence.
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Telegram Operational
The FSB actively investigates, charges, and restricts Telegram's operations regarding content moderation and alleged terrorist activities.
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Vladimir Putin Structural
The FSB operates as a security apparatus whose function and direction are subject to the command and influence of Vladimir Putin.
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Central Intelligence Agency Operational
The relationship involves active intelligence operations, including targeting, competition for technology, and personnel movement.
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Belarus Structural
The Federal Security Service functions as the mandated security and intelligence instrument of the Belarusian state, executing state mandates like prosecution and detention.
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Kash Patel Operational
Kash Patel is scheduled for a planned visit to Russia to meet with Federal Security Service officials.
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Kamchybek Tashiev Structural
A served as the leader of the security service B, establishing a functional dependency between the individual and the institution.
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Ksenia Maximova Transactional
The Federal Security Service initiated a criminal case against Ksenia Maximova regarding alleged terrorist organization activity.
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Ilya Traber Transactional
The Federal Security Service detained Ilya Traber in St. Petersburg.
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Evan Gershkovich Transactional
FSB initiated a sting operation against Evan Gershkovich, culminating in his arrest on espionage charges.
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Pavel Krisevich Structural
Pavel Krisevich is currently targeted by the Federal Security Service for investigation into political activities.
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FBI Operational
The two agencies maintain an active partnership involving the exchange of intelligence and operational information.
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interior ministry Operational
The Federal Security Service and the Interior Ministry actively coordinate through joint operations.
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The evidence indicates that the Federal Security Service (as its historical predecessor, the KGB) was responsible for establishing the Democratic Front for the Liberation of Palestine as a liberation front.
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Starlink Transactional
FSB utilized Starlink terminals for operational purposes.
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Dmitry Karpenko Structural
The Federal Security Service directed and identified Dmitry Karpenko, establishing a subordinate relationship.
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Donald Trump Operational
Donald Trump and the Federal Security Service engage in high-level geopolitical discussions and interactions concerning international affairs.
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Georgy Matyukhin Structural
Georgy Matyukhin was employed within the foreign intelligence division of the KGB, which is part of the FSB.
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John Ratcliffe Operational
Ratcliffe met with and delivered warnings directly to the head of the Federal Security Service.
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Andrey Moroz Transactional
FSB released documents detailing massacres concerning Andrey Moroz.
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Aslan Bzhania Structural
The relationship is implied to be a functional arrangement where the individual establishes a base within the context of the state security service.
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Grabovo Operational
The FSB released documents detailing massacres that occurred in the location of Grabovo.
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Europe Operational
FSB conducts espionage and disinformation operations that actively influence European unity and stability.
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Christopher Steele Operational
The evidence suggests that Christopher Steele was allegedly targeted by intelligence services associated with the FSB.
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Romania Operational
FSB conducts hostile cyber activities against Romania.
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Afghanistan Operational
The FSB actively seeks and engages in operational cooperation with authorities and contexts within Afghanistan.
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Margarita Simonyan Transactional
The Federal Security Service investigated a plot against Margarita Simonyan.
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Maria Zakharova Structural
The relationship is based on the functional reliance of A on intelligence and information provided by B.
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Karelia Structural
The Federal Security Service recruits personnel from regions within Karelia.
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Donetsk Operational
The Federal Security Service conducts ongoing operational activities within the territory of Donetsk.
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West Operational
The Federal Security Service is described as engaging in ideological subversion targeting Western perception of reality.
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Dmitry Peskov Operational
The relationship is evidenced by indictments that connect the FSB to the broader Russian leadership structure, including Peskov's sphere of influence.
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Peter Mandelson Transactional
The FSB, through its predecessor the KGB, allegedly made contact with Peter Mandelson regarding intelligence matters in 1990.
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Moldova Operational
The Federal Security Service detained a Moldovan national suspect and alleged foreign intelligence recruitment.
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Binance Operational
The Federal Security Service (FSB) formally requested customer data from the cryptocurrency exchange Binance.
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Donetsk People's Republic Structural
The evidence indicates that FSB units operate within the claimed territory of the Donetsk People's Republic.
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Strong Armenia Structural
FSB is alleged to be instructing Strong Armenia in its operations.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
18 events- FSB opened a criminal case over alleged terrorist activity linked to a group financed by Mikhail Khodorkovsky.
- Denys was kidnapped and taken to a camp in Russian-occupied Crimea. His case is now being investigated by the FSB in Moscow.
- FSB draws from Karelia, operates in occupied Donetsk, and GRU was involved in annexation of Crimea.
- FSB initiated a sting operation against reporter Evan Gershkovich in Yekaterinburg while investigating defense industry production.
- Kremlin utilizes FSB for surveillance operations and monitors Donald Trump due to alleged past activities.
- FSB officers are involved in an investigation in Murmansk regarding Denis Zagore, who works for Barents Observer. Russia has issued an arrest warrant for Zagore.
- FSB officers recruited surveillance networks in Lithuania.
- VR Rus is importing goods from Italy into Russia, involving procurement by a senior official in the Federal Security Service.
- KGB planned a plot to overthrow the Iranian government.
- Henry Cavill is cast as a CIA agent in U.N.C.L.E., while Kenneth Branagh and Armie Hammer portray roles involving ex-KGB agents and CIA operatives.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) disrupted an operation targeting ambassador Casey.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) identified Dmitry Karpenko as a Ukrainian contact.
- KGB operated within the Soviet Union borders on September 9, 2026.
- Germany blamed Russia for an airport incident, while the FSB and resident Nikolai Shcherbakov were mentioned.
- Zelenskyy referenced an attack in Saratov while FSB alleged Ukrainian intelligence involvement and detained a Moldovan national suspect.
- FSB detained a Moldovan citizen after Ukrainian intelligence recruited them via social media.
- Georgy Matyukhin, who was born in the Altai region of Russia, graduated from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations and worked in the KGB’s foreign intelligence division.
- FSB linked to terrorist attack probe in Kyiv.
August 2026
12 events- FSB guards a laboratory complex in Russia while Putin orders building replacements and the Ministry of Defense directs research there.
- Medvedev commented on the suspected FSB assassination of a deserter who departed from a military base in the Kursk region.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) targeted and investigated individuals, including Pavel Krisevich and Rita Flores, for political activities.
- The FSB took Khalid and Nurdin into an FSB facility amid Russia's war against Ukraine.
- Both the Central Intelligence Agency and the Federal Security Service are reportedly seeking anonymous phones despite existing regulations.
- FSB detained a terrorist targeting India following a suicide bombing in Delhi.
- FSB detained an agent acting on Ukraine's orders in the Skadovsk region, highlighting Telegram's use in recruitment.
- FSB alleges Telegram founder failed to remove content, leading to brief detention and civil proceedings.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) is linked to conflict near Damietta port in Egypt.
- FSB targets global platform founder with arrest warrant following investigation into platform's role in enabling terrorism.
- The Federal Security Service charged the founder of Telegram with aiding terrorism following an investigation into the platform's role.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) launched an investigation into failures in international cooperation.
July 2026
24 events- The Federal Security Service (FSB) is responsible for protecting Russian state infrastructure and personnel, including responding to a targeted attack in Moscow.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) is linked to an alleged Ukraine-backed plot to assassinate.
- FSB launches an investigation targeting the Telegram platform and accusing Pavel Durov of enabling terrorism and facilitating recruitment.
- The Federal Security Service is cooperating on investigations related to financial crimes and corruption.
- Kazimira Prunskienė, who was born in Lithuania, faces allegations of KGB cooperation while detailing her political career and leadership roles in various parties.
- The Russian state utilizes its domestic security agency, the FSB, to monitor Telegram for prohibited content.
- The Interior Ministry and Federal Security Service are cited for establishing traditions of Russian statehood.
- Bezmenov defected from the KGB to the CIA, having previously served while in India and subsequently settling in Canada.
- FSB is suspected of targeting U.S. government agencies, while Kash Patel planned a visit to FSB headquarters in Russia.
- A local company in Kazan developed a new AI system intended for use by the Federal Security Service (FSB).
- KGB cultivated Japanese politicians and academics, exploiting the fact that Japan lacks a central intelligence agency.
- Corera's book details a defection of a KGB officer regarding operations conducted within the European geopolitical sphere.
- FSB, Russia's main intelligence agency, is reportedly targeting the critical infrastructure of the Netherlands via cyber means.
- An article mentions that Iran inherited Soviet methods of state power and that a campaign volunteer spoke on Iranian state TV.
- FSB monitored Kiev's agents' criminal activities while Ukrainian drones targeted a strategic enterprise in Russia.
- Russian state actors (FSB, Turla group) conducted cyber intrusions across Europe, targeting Finland and Cyprus.
- Belarus approved a draft agreement on classified information and was authorized to conduct negotiations.
- FSB foiled Ukrainian attempt in Russia
- Romania and the EU condemned hostile cyber activities targeting the country, which were attributed to FSB groups.
- FSB detained a man suspected of spying for Ukraine who collected intelligence in Sochi.
- FSB released documents detailing massacres involving an individual who fled to Canada for refuge.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) utilized research labs in Tula, where incident failures necessitated the development of new technology.
- Vladimir Putin joined the KGB in 1985.
- FSB interrogates suspects and links a Ukrainian captain to a bridge disaster in the context of the Kerch Bridge conflict.
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June 2026
6 events- Security Service of Ukraine uncovered FSB reconnaissance activity and treason, and conducted strikes on defense forces locations in Kramatorsk.
- Russia holds State Duma elections while the FSB conducts internal polling on United Russia and officials attempt to persuade Vladimir Putin.
- Content featuring the Soviet security agency (Federal Security Service) was reported in relation to market trends.
- FSB successfully recruited an official from the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU), who was connected to the defunct Party of Regions.
- The Federal Security Service (FSB) investigated suspects traveling from Moscow.
- FSB claims extremist networks used Telegram in a plot targeting US Independence Day.