French citizen Martin Ryan, on trial in Baku for espionage alongside Azerbaijani citizen Azad Mammadli, admitted his ties to French intelligence but claimed he was drawn into spying through abuse of trust.
During the trial, he stated that he initially came to Azerbaijan for business and established contacts with the French Embassy, where he unknowingly met intelligence officers.
Ryan revealed that these agents, operating under diplomatic cover, attempted to recruit him and Mammadli to gather information on Russia and Iran. Despite refusing dangerous tasks, he maintained contact, believing their assurances of safety. However, after their arrest, the French government did not assist them.
Ryan criticised France for abandoning him, highlighting that French President Emmanuel Macron dismissed French intelligence chief Bernard Emié, signaling a failed operation. He also noted that deported embassy agents ignored investigation summonses, and French media remained silent until his father intervened.
Blaming the French government for his situation, Ryan lamented the loss of his job, projects, and personal plans.
Harvey Weinstein appeared in court in New York on January 29, as he faces a new trial on sexual assault charges scheduled for April 15, following an appeal that overturned his 2020 conviction.
Azerbaijan has begun the trial of Ruben Vardanyan, a billionaire and former so-called Nagorno-Karabakh official, detained in September 2023 after Azerbaijan’s takeover of the region. He denies wrongdoing and claims his interrogation protocols were falsified.
South Korea's Constitutional Court held its second hearing today in President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment trial over his attempt to impose martial law last month.
French citizen Martin Ryan went on trial in Azerbaijan on spying charges that the judge said could lead to a prison sentence of 10 to 15 years.
Israeli PM Netanyahu testifies in corruption trial, juggling courtroom appearances with leadership amid Gaza war and regional unrest.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are "very well advanced" and credited Russia for its role in the negotiations. The statement came as he met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House.
Jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan has called on the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) to disarm and disband, a move that could end its decades-long conflict with Türkiye. The appeal has drawn mixed reactions from Turkish political figures and international actors.
FBI Director Kash Patel has floated the idea of using Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) trainers to improve agents’ martial arts skills, according to four people familiar with the plan.
South Korean media, citing the National Intelligence Service (NIS), reported on Thursday that North Korea has sent additional troops to Russia.
Strikes by the public sector union Verdi have severely disrupted operations at Germany's Munich and Hamburg airports, leading to massive flight cancellations and widespread travel chaos.
A recent discovery has revealed that ancient artifacts from the Treasure of Villena were crafted using metal from meteorites, offering new insights into early metalworking techniques in the Iberian Peninsula.
Polish startup Clone Robotics has unveiled Protoclone, the world’s first anatomically accurate humanoid robot, featuring artificial muscles, bones, and joints that enable lifelike movements.
Berlin, February 21, 2025 – German citizens will head to the polls on Sunday, February 23, for a snap general election after the coalition government collapsed late last year.
The city of Buriticupu, in Brazil’s northeastern Amazon, is facing a worsening crisis as massive sinkholes continue to expand, forcing authorities to declare a state of emergency. More than 1,200 residents are at risk of losing their homes.
Mountain View, CA, February 24, 2025 – In a move to bolster account security and curb global SMS abuse, Google is set to phase out its SMS-based two-factor authentication (2FA) option for Gmail users, according to a report by Forbes.
The high-stakes Russia-US talks in Istanbul wrapped up after six and a half hours, with the Russian delegation leaving without providing any comments. The outcome remains unclear, leaving observers eager for updates on the discussions.
Jailed PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan has called for the militant group to lay down its arms and dissolve itself, according to a letter read by Türkiye’s pro-Kurdish DEM Party.
Leaders of Uzbekistan and Pakistan has agreed to establish a Supreme Council of Strategic Partnership and hold its first meeting next year. Pakistan's Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif paid an official visit to Uzbekistan after his two-day talks in Azerbaijan.
Israel addresses recent developments in southern Syria, highlighting its commitment to the Druze community. Authorities consider new measures to assist neighbouring residents and confirm their continued presence in Lebanon’s buffer zone with US approval.
Russia has expressed that while quick resolutions with the U.S. are not expected, there is potential for progress if both sides are willing.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that peace talks between Russia and Ukraine are "very well advanced" and credited Russia for its role in the negotiations. The statement came as he met with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer at the White House.
Jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan has called on the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) to disarm and disband, a move that could end its decades-long conflict with Türkiye. The appeal has drawn mixed reactions from Turkish political figures and international actors.
FBI Director Kash Patel has floated the idea of using Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) trainers to improve agents’ martial arts skills, according to four people familiar with the plan.
South Korean media, citing the National Intelligence Service (NIS), reported on Thursday that North Korea has sent additional troops to Russia.
Strikes by the public sector union Verdi have severely disrupted operations at Germany's Munich and Hamburg airports, leading to massive flight cancellations and widespread travel chaos.
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