Vladimir Osechkin suspends Gulagu.net citing global human rights crisis and security threats from Russian agents amid growing repression and digital surveillance.
Belarus orders underperforming agricultural workers to serve in the military, aiming to enforce labor discipline amid harvest season labor shortages.
Ukraine's president warns Russia plans expanded mobilization with 30,000 North Korean troops and missile support, raising regional security and fintech risk concerns.
Russia proposes expanding military contract eligibility to convicts of serious crimes amid mobilization efforts, including banditry and drug smuggling charges.
Uzbekistan's digital water management reforms significantly reduce water stress, promoting sustainable resource use and creating opportunities for fintech and green innovation.
"Gazprom" partners with Russia's Defense Ministry to create mobile units protecting gas infrastructure, blending civilian employment with military reserve duties amid rising security concerns.
Russia proposes ending mandatory medical exams for contract soldiers, reflecting recruitment struggles amid ongoing conflict and raising questions about military digital monitoring.
Coordinated drone attacks caused fires at Russian chemical plants and residential sites, revealing heightened threats to industrial infrastructure and prompting broad security responses.
U.S. intelligence reveals Iran retains about 70% of its missile arsenal and launchers despite strikes, raising concerns over regional security and military supply constraints.
The Trump administration wants GM, Ford and other manufacturers to help produce weapons, echoing WWII-era industrial mobilization.