Nov 11, 2026, 11:30 AM UTC

An investigation by the Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project (OCCRP) has revealed that hundreds of academics, politicians, and public figures worldwide were interviewed for a prominent Russian disinformation initiative.

According to the report, many interviewees shared ties with ultranationalist Russian theorist Aleksandr Dugin or participated in events such as the 2023 "First Global Conference on Multipolarity," co-organized by Dugin-aligned networks. Some participants reported being approached by unidentified handlers on encrypted messaging apps. Norwegian right-wing figure Christen Krogvig stated he was contacted on Telegram by an individual using a pseudonym whom he never met in person.

The findings highlight how foreign influence operations recruit international voices to amplify specific geopolitical narratives under the guise of independent commentary and academic discourse.

Sources: OCCRP

An investigation by media outlet Correctiv has detailed the operations of the Moscow-based Center for Geopolitical Expertise, led by Valery Korovin. According to the report, the organization plays a key role in executing "Storm-1516", described as one of Russia's major information warfare campaigns targeting Western nations.

The exposé reveals how an American national has been recruited to generate and spread fake narratives aligned with Kremlin interests. Operating from an office on Moscow's Bryusov Lane, Korovin's team coordinates disinformation efforts designed to influence foreign public opinion. The findings highlight the evolving tactics of Russian influence networks and their reliance on foreign operatives to amplify state-backed narratives across digital platforms.

Sources: Correctiv.

The Kyrgyz government approved the transfer of the Bars mountain resort to Evrazia KG, a non-governmental organisation affiliated with a sanctioned Russian influence campaign.

Tax records indicate that the group receives millions of dollars from its Russian parent entity to promote pro-Moscow narratives through media training, art exhibits, and cultural events across Kyrgyzstan. Although an initial deal allocated the resort to Evrazia KG, officials subsequently approved a modified agreement regarding the property two months later.

Sources: OCCRP

A coordinated law enforcement initiative led by Interpol has resulted in the arrest of 262 individuals connected to human smuggling syndicates across 16 countries.

The multi-national effort focused on criminal groups facilitating unauthorized transit along critical maritime pathways, including the Mediterranean Sea and West African Atlantic routes. Authorities across participating jurisdictions carried out targeted operations aimed at dismantling operational structures and logistical support used by human traffickers.

Interpol disclosed the outcomes of the crackdown on Tuesday, emphasizing international cooperation in countering transnational organized crime groups exploiting vulnerable individuals traveling toward Europe. Law enforcement agencies indicated that inquiries into the detained suspects and associated financial flows remain ongoing.

Sources: OCCRP.