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Spies, Lies, and Algorithms

Amy B. Zegart


    Ukraine

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    Russian forces panic as inactive Starlink terminals reportedly broadcast location data

    After illegal Starlink terminals used by Russia’s armed forces were added to a so-called “blacklist,” Russians now face a fresh problem. Pro-war channels are spreading panic about a new threat tied to Elon Musk’s company.

    According to one Russian …

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    Belgorod blackout: officials drain heating systems in high-rises ahead of freeze

    Belgorod region Governor Vyacheslav Gladkov said authorities plan to drain the heating systems in 455 apartment buildings ahead of an incoming cold snap. He also said 80% of subscribers in the region are experiencing heating problems.

    Gladkov …

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    Ukrainian partisans identify command post of Russia’s 328th regiment accused of executing POWs

    A strike by Ukraine’s Defense Forces on the site would sever the regiment’s communications, making the further destruction of occupying troops a matter of time and a series of powerful blows, according to Ukrainian sources.

    On February 7, Ukrainian …

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    After resignation, Yermak continues to meet top officials and may see Zelensky, investigation finds

    Former head of Ukraine’s presidential office Andriy Yermak has continued meeting with senior officials since stepping down, including National Security and Defense Council Secretary and former defense minister Rustem Umerov. He also visited the …

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    Ukrainian ENERGY COMPANIES are restoring substations attacked by RUSSIA #shorts

    Ukrainian ENERGY COMPANIES are restoring substations attacked by RUSSIA #shorts

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    Ukraine war latest: Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

    Ukraine war latest: Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv

    Key developments on Feb. 7-8:

    • Zelensky warns of 'risk' US, Russia could strike bilateral deals on Ukraine without Kyiv
    • Russia causes 'significant damage' to thermal plants, nuclear facilities in mass attack on Ukraine power grid
    • Ukraine hits 'important' …

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    Russia’s regions post record $19.9 billion deficit in 2025 as profit taxes fall and spending surges

    Russia’s regional budgets ended 2025 with a combined deficit of 1.538 trillion rubles — the highest since records began — surpassing 1.5 trillion rubles ($19.9 billion), according to the report published by the Russian Finance Ministry.

    The gap was …

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    THOUSANDS of drones and missiles AGAINST UKRAINE – ESCALATION amid Russian failures

    THOUSANDS of drones and missiles AGAINST UKRAINE – ESCALATION amid Russian failures

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    🏚 Russians took MY HOME: emotions of a UKRAINIAN woman from occupied TOKMAK #shorts

    🏚 Russians took MY HOME: emotions of a UKRAINIAN woman from occupied TOKMAK #shorts

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    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,246,330 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    General Staff: Russia has lost 1,246,330 troops in Ukraine since Feb. 24, 2022

    The number includes 1,040 casualties that Russian forces suffered over the past day.

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    Pro-Ukrainian partisans disable military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, group claims

    Pro-Ukrainian partisans disable military communication infrastructure in Russia's Belgorod Oblast, group claims

    "An agent of our movement set fire to a hardware module at the base of a communication tower. As a result of the destruction of the ground equipment, all the infrastructure installed on the mast was completely de-energized and put out of action," the …

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    Zelensky calls Air Force performance 'unsatisfactory,' orders changes to boost air defenses

    Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky voiced dissatisfaction with the Air Force’s performance in several regions and ordered immediate steps to boost the effectiveness of air defenses. He also heard updates on logistics, energy and civilian support. …

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    Zelensky says US proposed renewed energy ceasefire; Kyiv agrees, Russia yet to respond

    At trilateral talks in the United Arab Emirates aimed at ending Russia’s war against Ukraine, US representatives proposed returning to an energy ceasefire. President Volodymyr Zelensky told reporters on Saturday, February 7. Kyiv agreed to the …

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    Blackouts hit Belgorod and surrounding areas after Ukrainian shelling

    Parts of Belgorod and its suburbs lost power on Saturday evening, January 7, following shelling from Ukraine. The attack and damage to local infrastructure were confirmed by regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov on his Telegram channel.

    According to …

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    Ukraine says situation worsens in Myrnohrad as Russian forces push on northern outskirts

    Ukraine’s Defense Forces are concentrating efforts on the northern outskirts of Myrnohrad to hold back further Russian advances amid ongoing heavy fighting, the 7th Rapid Response Corps of the Air Assault Forces said.

    “The operational situation in …

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    The GRU illegals

    The GRU illegals are intelligence officers operating abroad using false identities under cover, without diplomatic immunity, engaged in espionage and clandestine operations. Originating in the Soviet era and continuing in modern Russia, these …

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    ❌ Putin's hit a DANGEROUS POINT: 2026 is gonna be a DECISIVE year in all aspects! #shorts

    ❌ Putin's hit a DANGEROUS POINT: 2026 is gonna be a DECISIVE year in all aspects! #shorts

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    "The first FRONTLINE that can crack inside RUSSIA is the" – @AnnafromUkraine | Wrap-Up Analytics

    "The first FRONTLINE that can crack inside RUSSIA is the" – @AnnafromUkraine  | Wrap-Up Analytics

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    🤖 AMERICAN microchips inside "SHAHED"? #shorts

    🤖 AMERICAN microchips inside "SHAHED"? #shorts

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    Kyiv says Alekseyev assassination attempt was meant to derail peace talks

    The assassination attempt on a senior GRU general in Russia came as the first tangible talks to halt hostilities since the full-scale invasion got underway. Sources in Ukraine’s Presidential Office suggest a third party may be trying to destabilize …

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    Shadow EXPORT OF MICROCHIPS: RUSSIA's schemes, sanction evasion, and "FINDINGS" inside WEAPONS

    Shadow EXPORT OF MICROCHIPS: RUSSIA's schemes, sanction evasion, and "FINDINGS" inside WEAPONS

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    Russian House, a Moscow-based organization, disguises itself as a humanitarian group but functions as a global propaganda arm of Russia, promoting Kremlin narratives worldwide.

    The article exposes Russian House, located in a prominent Moscow building, as a major instrument of Moscow’s global propaganda disguised as a humanitarian organization. Despite its humanitarian facade, the group actively promotes …

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    Ukraine's Neptune missiles strike energy facilities in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, governor claims

    Ukraine's Neptune missiles strike energy facilities in Russia's Bryansk Oblast, governor claims

    "The Armed Forces of Ukraine attacked our region using long-range Neptune missiles and HIMARS multiple rocket launcher systems," Bryansk Oblast Governor Alexander Bogomaz claimed. "As a result of the attack, power supply was disrupted in seven …
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    Russia's Belgorod Oblast faces blackouts, heating shortages for 3rd time this week

    Russia's Belgorod Oblast faces blackouts, heating shortages for 3rd time this week

    Blackouts and heating outages were reported in the Russian city of Belgorod on Feb. 7 after alleged attacks on a local thermal power plant and electrical substation.

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    Estonia to fully close Russia border at night, citing Moscow’s ‘irrational’ behavior

    Estonia will fully close its border with Russia at night, citing what officials called Moscow’s “irrational” behavior along the frontier.

    To save resources and shift them to daytime patrols, the Luhamaa and Koidula road checkpoints will operate only …