Federal Security Service of the Russian Federation

"Don't Blab" warns this Soviet-era poster.

Snowden revelations lead Russia to push for more spying on its own people

December 3, 2013Global Politics

In the wake of the Edward Snowden revelations, Russia’s intelligence agencies see a new opportunity to increase electronic surveillance of ordinary Russians. What’s odd is that Russians don’t seem to care.

Moscow subway bombers kill dozens

August 14, 2013Conflict & Justice

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