In a series of escalating statements, Russia’s foreign intelligence service has accused Western countries of plotting “false flag” operations to discredit Moscow. While the claims lack evidence, ...

For as long as Vladimir Putin has ruled Russia, his opponents have faced two foes: relentless, spiraling oppression by the state and the internal discord that often undermines their efforts to fight ...

Russian “shadow vessels” are using false flags to skirt sanctions imposed on Moscow over its war in Ukraine, according to a new report. A total of 113 Russian vessels have flown a false flag in the ...