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Vladimir Putin
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102 total relationships
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person Edward Snowden
Political asylum
10 Very Strong
8
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person Anatoly Kucherena
Friend
10 Very Strong
5
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person Sergei Alexandrovich Markov
Adviser
7
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person Mikhail Khodorkovsky
Political
7
1
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person Edward Snowden
Communicated
7
1
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person Shinzo Abe
Diplomatic
6
1
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person Barack Obama
Political diplomatic
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person Suleyman Kerimov
Political social
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person John McCain
Adversarial
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2
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person Edward Snowden
Political intelligence asset
6
2
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person Edward Snowden
Political asylum intelligence asset
6
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person Shinzo Abe
Political diplomatic
6
1
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person Suleyman Kerimov
Business associate
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person Rex Tillerson
Business associate
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person Edward Snowden
Political asylum asset
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person Edward Snowden
Protector asset
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person Nigel Farage
Admiration
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person Anna Chapman
Business associate
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person Marine Le Pen
Political alliance
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person Abe
Political diplomatic
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person Petro Poroshenko
Adversarial diplomatic
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person Edward Snowden
Asset protector potential
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1
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person Edward Snowden
Subject state actor
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person European Parties (Front National)
Political alliance alleged
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person Edward Snowden
Communicated with
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Date Event Type Description Location Actions
2015-01-01 N/A Putin speech/statement on protests Russia View
2015-01-01 N/A Joint press conference where Putin defended the Hitler-Stalin pact. Unknown (likely Moscow) View
2014-05-01 N/A Russian President Putin signed a $400 billion deal with China. China (implied by context o... View
2014-04-17 N/A Putin's Telethon where Snowden called in Russia View
2014-04-17 N/A Edward Snowden called in to Putin's telethon. Russia (implied) View
2014-04-17 N/A Edward Snowden called into a telethon hosted by Putin. Russia (telethon location) View
2014-04-17 N/A Snowden called into Putin's Telethon. Russia (implied) View
2014-03-01 N/A Vladimir Putin speech to parliament referring to a 'fifth column'. Russia View
2014-01-01 N/A Speeches by Putin and Xi Jinping regarding US dominance. N/A View
2014-01-01 N/A Olympic Games in Russia Russia View
2014-01-01 N/A President Putin speeches asserting strategic objectives against US domination. Russia View
2013-09-02 N/A Televised press conference where Putin admitted authorizing assistance. Russia View
2013-09-01 N/A Televised press briefing by Vladimir Putin Russia View
2013-06-23 N/A The Hill published a report by Jennifer Martinez stating that Putin had personally approved actio... N/A View
2013-01-01 N/A Putin assesses Russia's inability to compete with NSA interception capabilities. Russia View
2013-01-01 N/A Snowden travels from Hong Kong to Russia. Hong Kong to Russia View
2013-01-01 N/A Putin reckoning with reality that Russia could not compete with NSA in intercepting communications. Russia View
2013-01-01 N/A Putin assesses allowing Snowden into Russia (14 day calculation period). Russia/Hong Kong View
2013-01-01 N/A Putin/Russian Intelligence decide to allow Snowden into Russia. Russia View
2013-01-01 N/A Cancellation of US-Russia Summit Moscow (Planned) View
2013-01-01 N/A Cancellation of Obama-Putin Summit N/A View
2012-01-01 N/A Start of Vladimir Putin's third term as president. Russia View
2011-12-01 N/A Russian parliamentary elections followed by protests against ballot stuffing. Russia View
2010-06-01 N/A Anna Chapman has dinner with Putin after returning to Moscow. Moscow, Russia View
2010-06-01 N/A Anna Chapman has dinner with Putin after being deported. Moscow View

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This document discusses the asymmetrical intelligence capabilities between the NSA and Russian intelligence services (SVR/KGB) circa 2013 and historically. It details Russia's efforts to counter NSA dominance through espionage and defection, highlighting the historical case of NSA defectors William Martin and Bernon Mitchell in 1960.

Government report or book page
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document details the failure of NSA surveillance to detect the Russian invasion of Crimea and Eastern Ukraine in 2014, attributed to Russia's ability to hide electronic traces. It discusses Vladimir Putin's geopolitical motivations to restore Russian power and counter U.S. hegemony, while contrasting the legal constraints on the NSA regarding domestic surveillance with the broad powers of Russian intelligence services under the SORM system.

Book excerpt / oversight report page
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document, page 149 of a House Oversight production, details the 2010 FBI arrest of Russian sleeper agents (the 'Illegals Program') and the subsequent compromise of the CIA's mole, Poteyev. It describes concerns within the NSA regarding potential SVR penetration at Fort Meade and the logistical impossibility of vetting all employees against insider threats. The text explains how an FBI sting operation against agent Anna Chapman inadvertently revealed Poteyev's identity, necessitating his urgent exfiltration from Russia to the U.S. via Belarus.

Report / narrative account (house oversight committee production)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document appears to be a page from a report or narrative regarding the aftermath of the Edward Snowden intelligence leaks. It discusses the skepticism of U.S. intelligence officials regarding Snowden's claims of protecting secrets, the assumption that Russia and China accessed the data ('keys to the kingdom'), and the role of Admiral Michael Rogers in rebuilding the NSA after replacing General Alexander. Note: Despite the prompt labeling this as 'Epstein-related,' the text on this specific page deals exclusively with National Security and the Snowden affair.

Report / narrative account (house oversight committee production)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document appears to be page 144 of a book or report (likely by Edward Jay Epstein) analyzing the timeline of NSA document leaks attributed to Edward Snowden. It questions how Snowden could continue releasing documents via Wikileaks and The Intercept (regarding French presidents and Israeli operations) years after supposedly destroying his files in Hong Kong, suggesting potential involvement or approval by Russian intelligence services. The text details specific leaks from June and July 2015 and cites interviews with intelligence officials.

Book manuscript / investigative report page
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document page, bearing a House Oversight footer, details intelligence community concerns regarding Edward Snowden's stay in Hong Kong in 2013. It discusses the high probability that Chinese and Russian intelligence services accessed the stolen NSA files on Snowden's laptops through technical or human means while he was at the Mira Hotel and other residences. The text also covers subsequent leaks published after Snowden arrived in Moscow, specifically the revelation via Der Spiegel that the NSA had monitored German Chancellor Angela Merkel's cell phone.

Government report / congressional record (house oversight)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document discusses the implications of Edward Snowden's arrival in Moscow, suggesting he likely shared NSA documents with Russian intelligence, which outweighed the diplomatic cost of a cancelled summit between Obama and Putin. It details the geopolitical tension involving Sergei Lavrov and Hillary Clinton's State Department, and notes a later narrative shift where Snowden claimed he brought no secret files to Russia during an interview with James Risen.

Report or book excerpt
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document appears to be page 133 of a House Oversight Committee report regarding Edward Snowden. It details his arrival in Russia, the orchestration of his asylum press conference at Sheremetyevo airport, and his life in Moscow, including internet appearances at SXSW and TED. The report alleges that Snowden's lawyer, Kucherena, received $1 million from Open Road Films (distributors of the Oliver Stone movie) as a proxy payment, and argues that Snowden's privileged treatment by Putin implies active cooperation with Russian intelligence.

Government report / investigative report (house oversight committee)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document discusses the likelihood of Edward Snowden's cooperation with Russian security services (FSB) following his arrival in Russia. It cites experts like Andrei Soldatov and General Oleg Kalugin, who argue that the FSB would inevitably control and exploit Snowden, and details how lawyer Anatoly Kucherena facilitated Snowden's stay in Moscow under Kremlin-dictated terms.

Government/congressional report page
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document, labeled as a House Oversight record (page 131), details the geopolitical maneuvering surrounding Edward Snowden's flight from Hong Kong to Russia in 2013. It discusses the lack of an extradition treaty between Russia and the US, Vladimir Putin's approval of the exfiltration, and the 'Moscow Scenario' where the FSB took control of Snowden upon arrival. The text highlights that Snowden was prevented from traveling to other nations (Cuba, Venezuela, etc.) and was effectively detained in the airport transit zone/FSB safe houses, with Putin adviser Sergei Markov noting Snowden's value in compromising US intelligence officials.

Report/narrative excerpt (house oversight committee document)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document, page 130 of a larger report (stamped HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020282), analyzes the intelligence implications of Edward Snowden's flight to Hong Kong and subsequent move to Russia. It details the strategic calculations made by Vladimir Putin and Russian intelligence to accept Snowden, not out of sentiment, but to capitalize on the disruption to US interests. The text also draws parallels between Snowden's situation and the harsh treatment of Bradley Manning, suggesting Snowden knew he could not return to the US without facing similar imprisonment.

Investigative report / congressional record
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document is page 128 of a report or book (stamped HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020280) discussing the intelligence implications of Edward Snowden's actions. It analyzes theories regarding when Snowden might have come under Russian influence, arguing against early recruitment due to his risky contact with journalists Greenwald and Poitras, while supporting the 'Hong Kong Scenario' where Russian officials engaged him after his arrival there. The document mentions Putin's direct authorization of Snowden's travel to Moscow. Note: While requested as an 'Epstein-related' document, the text exclusively concerns the Snowden leaks and contains no mentions of Jeffrey Epstein.

Investigative report / book excerpt (house oversight record)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document appears to be page 113 of a House Oversight Committee report or narrative regarding Edward Snowden. It details his transition from a technician to a media figure in Moscow, his support network (including Julian Assange and Sarah Harrison), and his media appearances. The text critically analyzes his escape to Russia, suggesting it was not accidental but likely involved cooperation with Russian intelligence (FSB/KGB) and President Putin in exchange for NSA secrets. The text contains several typographical errors (e.g., 'denting' instead of 'denying', 'far trial' instead of 'fair trial').

Government/congressional report or narrative summary (house oversight committee)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document, Page 111 of a House Oversight report (marked HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020263), details the timeline of Edward Snowden's stay in Hong Kong in mid-2013 and his interactions with Russian officials prior to fleeing to Moscow. It highlights intelligence suggesting Snowden was in contact with Russian 'diplomatic representatives' well before his public exposure on June 9, 2013, and notes his flight on Aeroflot SU213 on June 23, 2013. The text contrasts Snowden's evasive public statements with reports from the Russian newspaper Kommersant about his visits to the Russian consulate, including a birthday celebration.

Investigative report / narrative analysis (house oversight committee)
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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A page from a 'Japan Economics Viewpoint' report by Bank of America Merrill Lynch, dated November 18, 2016. The document features a calendar of political events relevant to the Japanese economy, including Diet sessions, elections, tax reforms, and diplomatic meetings involving Prime Minister Abe, Donald Trump, and Vladimir Putin. The document bears a House Oversight Committee Bates stamp.

Financial research report / political calendar
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This Bank of America Merrill Lynch report analyzes Japan's economic outlook, noting potential increases in defense spending and procurement. It discusses the likely failure of the TPP under the Trump administration and the potential shift toward regional partnerships like RCEP, while maintaining a bullish outlook on Japan's economic recovery in 2017 due to aligned fiscal and monetary policies.

Financial research report
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document is an April 2017 email from Jeffrey Epstein to author Paul Krassner regarding an anti-Trump essay. Epstein points Krassner to a Guardian article about an alleged 13-year-old victim, while the quoted reply from Krassner includes the full text of his revised, highly critical essay about Donald Trump, which he amended after Epstein pointed out he lacked direct evidence for a specific rape allegation.

Email
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document, labeled 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_026349', is a comprehensive list of probing questions for an unnamed individual, likely Jeffrey Epstein. The questions cover a wide range of topics including his personal history, education, finances, and extensive relationships with powerful figures in politics, finance, and technology from the 1970s through the early 2000s.

List of interview/deposition questions from a house oversight investigation, identified by the footer 'house oversight 026349'.
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document is an email from Boris Nikolic to Jeffrey Epstein, dated January 13, 2014, with the subject line "mission accomplished for some." The email forwards a Times article detailing a YouGov poll that named Bill Gates the world's most admired person, highlighting his global popularity, particularly in China. The article also provides rankings for numerous other international figures in politics, business, and entertainment.

Email
2025-11-19
Analysis Source

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This document is page 270 from a larger report, likely from a House Oversight committee, and consists of citations for various articles. The citations reference publications like the Navy Times, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times from 2014 and 2015, focusing on topics of cybersecurity, the OPM data breach, the Silk Road, and breaches linked to the Russian government. There is no direct mention of Jeffrey Epstein or related individuals in the text on this page.

Citations / endnotes page
2025-11-17
Analysis Source

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This document is page 269, which contains the endnotes for Chapter Twenty-One, titled "The Russians are Coming." It lists thirteen sources, including news articles, government documents, books, and interviews, related to Russian history, espionage, and intelligence operations involving agencies like the KGB, CIA, and NSA.

Endnotes for a book chapter
2025-11-17
Analysis Source

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This document is page 260 of a larger work, listing citations 20 through 30. The citations refer to various sources, including news articles, interviews, and books, primarily concerning Edward Snowden, the NSA, and related international events. Topics covered include Snowden's departure, interviews, a German probe into U.S. spying, and other leaks.

Citations page
2025-11-17
Analysis Source

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This document is page 257 from a 'HOUSE_OVERSIGHT' report, consisting of endnotes or citations. The citations reference various news articles, interviews, and events from 2013 to 2015 concerning NSA leaker Edward Snowden, his actions, and his status in Russia. The document contains no information related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Endnotes / citations page from a report
2025-11-17
Analysis Source

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This document is a page of endnotes from a publication, detailing sources of information regarding the Edward Snowden case between 2013 and 2015. It cites interviews, media reports, and official statements concerning the revocation of Snowden's passport, his interviews from Russia, and commentary from officials. The document is exclusively about Edward Snowden and contains no information related to Jeffrey Epstein.

Page of endnotes or citations from a book or report
2025-11-17
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Total Received
$0.00
0 transactions
Total Paid
$290,000,000.00
2 transactions
Net Flow
-$290,000,000.00
2 total transactions
Date Type From To Amount Description Actions
N/A Paid Putin Hillary Clinton (... $145,000,000.00 Alleged 'Uranium Bribe' mentioned in the joke t... View
N/A Paid Putin Hillary Clinton $145,000,000.00 Alleged 'Uranium Bribe'. View
As Sender
4
As Recipient
11
Total
15

Unknown

From: Oliver Stone
To: Putin

Six-hour meeting.

Meeting
N/A
Communication Source

Privacy violations

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden asked if Russia violates privacy like the US; Putin answered 'No'.

Televised q&a
N/A
Communication Source

Privacy violations

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden asked if Russia violates privacy like the US; Putin answered 'No'.

Televised q&a
N/A
Communication Source

Surveillance/Privacy

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden asked if Russia violates citizens' privacy; Putin answered 'No'.

Televised q&a
N/A
Communication Source

Unknown

From: Oliver Stone
To: Putin

Six-hour meeting.

Meeting
N/A
Communication Source

Greeting

From: Donald Trump
To: Putin

It’ s an honor to be with you.

Verbal statement
N/A
Communication Source

Privacy violation question

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden asked if Russia violated citizen privacy like the US; Putin answered 'No'.

Televised q&a
N/A
Communication Source

Hitler-Stalin Pact

From: Putin
To: Public/Press

Defended the agreement during a joint press conference.

Press conference
2015-01-01
Communication Source

No Subject

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden called into Putin's telethon.

Communication event (telethon call)
2014-04-17
Communication Source

No Subject

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden called into Putin's telethon.

Communication event (telethon call)
2014-04-17
Communication Source

No Subject

From: Edward Snowden
To: Putin

Snowden called into Putin's telethon.

Communication event (telethon call)
2014-04-17
Communication Source

International Relations

From: Putin
To: Public/International C...

Countering US domination/unipolar world order.

Speech
2014-01-01
Communication Source

Snowden Contacts

From: Putin
To: Public/Press

Revealed contacts with Snowden; identified him as 'agent of special services'

Press briefing
2013-09-01
Communication Source

Snowden's Request

From: Russian officials
To: Putin

Relayed Snowden's request to go to Russia.

Diplomatic communication
2013-06-01
Communication Source

Snowden's arrival

From: Putin
To: Press/Public

Admitted Snowden contacted Russian diplomats in HK.

Press briefing
0003-09-01
Communication Source

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