US authorities
Coverage of US authorities in the Nexus archive.
- Russian espionage group using novel Zimbra exploit to steal sensitive data from Western countries
A Russian state-sponsored threat group, Laundry Bear (also known as Void Blizzard), has been exploiting a zero-day vulnerability in Zimbra Collaboration Suite since July 2025 to steal sensitive data from governments and organizations in sectors like defense, education, and technology. The exploit, patched in November 2025, allows attackers to steal emails, passwords, and other data without user interaction, as reported in a joint cybersecurity advisory by U.S. authorities and international partners.
- Mamdani says U.S. authorities should arrest Netanyahu as ‘architect of a horrific genocide’
Mamdani claims U.S. authorities should arrest Netanyahu as the architect of a horrific genocide. He called for the federal government to pursue war crimes charges against Netanyahu at the International Criminal Court, despite criticism from other Democrats.
- US authorities probe Mark Walter’s insurance empire
US authorities are investigating Mark Walter's insurance empire. The probe focuses on the insurance-private capital nexus.
- Tate brothers arrested by U.S. authorities, face additional rape charges in the U.K.
Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan Tate were arrested by U.S. authorities and face additional rape charges in the U.K. The brothers were photographed outside a court in Bucharest, Romania, in 2024.
- Chemical weapons watchdog reinstates Syria’s voting rights
The Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons has reinstated Syria’s voting rights, citing its cooperation in destroying hidden chemical munitions. This decision follows a five-year suspension due to Syria’s past use of toxic gas and recent actions to dismantle remaining weapons under new leadership, including President Ahmad al-Sharaa. The U.S. also recently removed Syria from its list of state sponsors of terrorism.
- Catholic leaders, US authorities challenge CLARITY Act over illicit activity
Catholic leaders and US authorities are challenging the CLARITY Act, arguing that regulatory certainty should not compromise accountability, transparency, victim protection, or public safety. The law enforcement associations emphasized these concerns in their statement.
- Plot for attack thwarted before White House MMA fight, according to US authorities
US authorities report a thwarted attack plot before a mixed martial arts event on the White House South Lawn. The event, titled 'UFC Freedom 250,' took place on June 15, 2026, with spectators and military members in attendance.
- Rescuers find 6 more bodies after US paper mill disaster
Rescuers found six more bodies after a chemical leak at a paper plant in Washington state, with three of 11 victims still missing. A tank containing a highly caustic substance imploded, triggering a search operation that initially confirmed two deaths.
- US says temporary visa holders should leave to apply for Green Cards
US authorities have stated that temporary visa holders seeking Green Cards must leave the country to apply, clarifying that Green Card applications from within the US are discretionary rather than guaranteed rights. This policy reversal affects numerous foreign workers and their immigration prospects.
- California ex-mayor admits acting as agent of China, US authorities say
A former mayor of a wealthy Los Angeles suburb has admitted to acting as an agent of China, promoting pro-China propaganda at the behest of Chinese officials, according to US authorities. The ex-mayor's actions were done in collaboration with Chinese officials. This admission has significant implications for US-Chinese relations.
- Two US service members reported missing in Morocco, officials say
Two US service members are reported missing in Morocco following an accident, prompting a search and rescue operation. Authorities are actively involved in the effort to locate them.
- US authorities freeze $344M in crypto linked to Iran
US authorities froze $344 million in cryptocurrency linked to Iran, following Tether's freeze of the same amount in USDt stablecoin at the request of US law enforcement.
- US Busts Myanmar Ring Targeting US Citizens in Financial Fraud
US authorities charged 29 individuals, including a Cambodian senator, in a financial fraud ring targeting US citizens through fake investment websites. Over 500 web domains linked to the scheme were seized.
- Russia-linked crypto exchange Grinex halts trading after $14M hack
Russia-linked cryptocurrency exchange Grinex has suspended trading following a $14 million hack. US authorities accuse Grinex of enabling Russia and other entities to evade sanctions and launder funds for Russia-linked hackers.