Arcadi Gaydamak seeks to bring to power the coalition of the powerless.
In order to cut energy costs, the government turned out the light at the end of tunnel, say the Israelis.
China Fund Tied To Angola and Guinea Owns Wall Street Real Estate
China International Fund, the little-known Hong Kong-registered company whose $7 billion minerals-and-infrastructure deal with Guinea last month grabbed headlines, has drawn scrutiny for its connections with a Chinese government-owned entity. But the Hong Kong company’s parent also has noteworthy ties elsewhere.
Congo Secret Sales
Between 2010 and 2012, major mining concessions in Democratic Republic of Congo were acquired by huge international mining companies for billions of dollars.
Shine on You Crazy Diamond
The diamond mines have been closely guarded by the Angolan elite and a Chinese company is set to make its first investment in Angola’s precious stones.
Ex-Bloomberg Aide Slams De Blasio’s Link To Shady Donor Jona Rechnitz
A fierce critic of Mayor de Blasio slammed Hizzoner on Wednesday for taking a call from crooked businessman Jona Rechnitz, who successfully lobbied to have a retired NYPD official named to a plum post in the administration.
Romanian Ex-Secret Service Agent Held Over Plot Against Anti-Graft Chief
A former Romanian secret service agent has been arrested for allegedly masterminding an operation that used an Israeli private intelligence firm to intimidate a key anti-corruption official, prosecutors said on Wednesday.
Analysis: Israel Suffers Serious Blow To Intelligence Gathering Abilities
Unless operators succeed in stabilizing the systems onboard the advanced Ofek-11 military satellite, launched on Tuesday from Palmahim Air Base, the defense establishment faces a real disappointment in its hopes to move forward Israel’s space-based intelligence capabilities.
What We Know About The Probe Into Mayor Bill De Blasio’s Fundraising
Mayor de Blasio gave a retired NYPD official a plum post in his administration after getting a call from a shady businessman who told Hizzoner the appointment would be a personal favor.
Is 9-1-1 Protected Against Cyber-Attack?
The 911 emergency phone lines are critical to US national security, and their infrastructure is considered one of the 16 most critical systems in the nation, with the government investing resources in it accordingly.