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Russiaabout 4 hours ago·Escalating·CRITICAL 85

The KGB’s Successor Is Expanding Its Power in Putin’s Russia

The expansion of the KGB's powers reflects an environment of heightened repression, suggesting an increasing risk of civil unrest in the future.

Russia’s main security agency is augmenting its extensive surveillance capabilities, further embedding the state's control over economic and social aspects to stifle dissent against President Vladimir Putin. This expansion signifies a notable tightening of governmental authority in response to potential opposition.
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Humanitarian70
Economic60
Security85
Political90
Confidence 51/100 — moderate corroboration

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