Veteran human rights advocate freed in swap says Russia is sliding back toward Stalinist times

BERLIN: Oleg Orlov, a human rights activist since the 1980s, thought Russia had turned a corner when the Soviet Union collapsed and a democratically elected president became the leader. But then Vladimir Putin came to power, crushed dissent and launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine. Eventually, the 71-year-old Orlov himself was thrown into prison for … Read more

Australia spy chief accuses friendly nations of foreign interference

SYDNEY: Australia's spy chief on Sunday accused some friendly nations of conducting foreign intervention operations in the country, saying their identities would surprise people if revealed. Canberra last year accused Iran of engaging in foreign meddling, adding that Australian intelligence had disrupted “individuals” conducting a surveillance operation at a home of Iranian-Australian descent.

After Olympic dream, a rude political awakening for Macron?

Veteran human rights defender freed in exchange says Russia is sliding back to Stalinist days BERLIN: Oleg Orlov, a human rights activist since the 1980s, thought Russia had turned a corner when the Soviet Union collapsed and a democratically elected president became the leader.But then Vladimir Putin came to power, crushed dissent and launched an … Read more

stc group paves way for sustainable transformation

stc Group, a leading digital technology provider, has launched its fifth annual sustainability report and continues its commitment to drive sustainable transformation through environmental, social and governance excellence. The initiatives outlined in stc Group's Sustainability Report 2023 contribute to sustainable transformation and a future where businesses are catalysts for protecting people and the planet. As … Read more