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French-Russian Activist Detained on Espionage Charges
12/5/2025
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- Anna Novikova, a French-Russian national, has been detained in France on espionage charges linked to Kremlin proxies.
- Prosecutors allege Novikova sought information from French companies about economic interests.
- Novikova is the founder of a humanitarian organization aiding Russian-controlled areas in Ukraine.
- Novikova has connections with pro-Russian groups.
- Vincent Perfetti disputes the charges.
