US & Canada
Attorney general labels former NSA contractor a 'traitor' after President Trump suggested he would consider a pardon.
Russia
Privacy & Surveillance
Edward Snowden
Israel
United States16 Aug 2018 11:25 GMT
The NSA intelligence agency spied on Al Jazeera in 2006, when George Bush criticised the network for its reporting.
Opinion28 Apr 2017 12:58 GMT
Whistle-blowers should be aware of how politicians use their leaks, but governments must protect - not punish - them.
by Paul Bernal
Opinion21 Mar 2017 08:09 GMT
The latest CIA leak proves that state actors no longer get to decide who can be privy to information stamped 'secret'.
by Andrew Mitrovica
Human Rights16 Mar 2017 14:41 GMT
At least four asylum seekers who hosted US whistle-blower Edward Snowden in Hong Kong say they have been targeted by the government as a result. Written and read by Dorian Geiger. Produced by Kate Arkless Gray.
Edward Snowden07 Mar 2017 14:52 GMT
At least four asylum seekers who hosted the US whistle-blower in Hong Kong say they have been targeted.
Opinion19 Jan 2017 15:37 GMT
President Barack Obama set a precedent with a fierce crackdown on whistle-blowers.
by Sana Saleem
Opinion02 Dec 2016 09:40 GMT
Snowden's revelations didn't preclude the passing of the most invasive surveillance law in the UK.
by Jim Killock
Opinion28 Nov 2016 08:19 GMT
With Trump's presidency, Edward Snowden may be compelled to leave Russia the way he entered it.
United States16 Sep 2016 12:34 GMT
NSA leaker, who is seeking a presidential pardon, rejects House intelligence committee's claim he betrayed country.
Special series01 Apr 2016 16:37 GMT
An in-depth look at the most famous whistleblowers of the 21st century and what drives them to speak out.
Counting the Cost12 Mar 2016 16:58 GMT
We look at negative interest rates and examine why depositors would pay banks to hold their money.
Israel30 Dec 2015 09:37 GMT
Despite pledge to curtail eavesdropping on allies, Wall Street Journal reports Israeli PM's communication intercepted.
Europe29 Oct 2015 18:47 GMT
Non-binding resolution calls for protection of US surveillance whistle-blower from potential extradition.
Privacy & Surveillance28 Sep 2015 08:12 GMT
Spying on rights defenders 'threatens lives' and could have 'devastating' impacts on NGO work, Human Rights Watch warns.
UpFront07 Sep 2015 10:55 GMT
The whistleblower speaks about the growing risks involved in reporting classified information.