❗️A Brisbane court has imposed sweeping SUPPRESSION ORDERS in the attempted espionage case against Russian-born Igor and Kira Korolev, citing national security concerns.
The Korolev couple were charged in 2024 over allegations they were sending state secrets to Russia while Ms Korolev was working for the Australian Army.
Barrister Dylan Kerr, representing both organisations, said the order was a matter of “national security”.
“The proposed suppression orders only restrict open justice to the extent necessary to protect national security,” Mr Kerr said.
Mr Kerr applied for a number of witnesses to present evidence under a pseudonym, which would allow them to give evidence in open court without revealing their identities.Further, Mr Kerr sought to restrict the public disclosure of more than 190 documents including sensitive information regarding ICT system security, defence capabilities, and alliance partner information.
He also asked for access to the court files, transcript and recordings be restricted.
Deputy chief magistrate Anthony Gett granted the suppression orders in the interest of public safety.
“What is essentially put in sharp focus is public interest, and principles of open justice in that regard, and the public interest of protecting national security information,” Mr Gett said.
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The Korolev couple were charged in 2024 over allegations they were sending state secrets to Russia while Ms Korolev was working for the Australian Army.
Barrister Dylan Kerr, representing both organisations, said the order was a matter of “national security”.
“The proposed suppression orders only restrict open justice to the extent necessary to protect national security,” Mr Kerr said.
Mr Kerr applied for a number of witnesses to present evidence under a pseudonym, which would allow them to give evidence in open court without revealing their identities.Further, Mr Kerr sought to restrict the public disclosure of more than 190 documents including sensitive information regarding ICT system security, defence capabilities, and alliance partner information.
He also asked for access to the court files, transcript and recordings be restricted.
Deputy chief magistrate Anthony Gett granted the suppression orders in the interest of public safety.
“What is essentially put in sharp focus is public interest, and principles of open justice in that regard, and the public interest of protecting national security information,” Mr Gett said.
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❗️Vice President JD Vance on Trump depicting himself as Jesus Christ:
I think Trump was posting a joke, and, of course, he took it down because he recognized that a lot of people weren’t understanding his humor in that case.
I think Trump likes to mix it up on social media, and I actually think that is one of the good things about this president is that he's not filtered.
He doesn't send everything through a communications professional.
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I think Trump was posting a joke, and, of course, he took it down because he recognized that a lot of people weren’t understanding his humor in that case.
I think Trump likes to mix it up on social media, and I actually think that is one of the good things about this president is that he's not filtered.
He doesn't send everything through a communications professional.
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❗️Judges in Israel have agreed to delay Netanyahu’s corruption trial testimony due to national security.
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❗️Ousted Hungarian former PM Orban is not giving up:
🇭🇺💪"The work begins now. We will regroup and continue fighting for the Hungarian people!"
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🇭🇺💪"The work begins now. We will regroup and continue fighting for the Hungarian people!"
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❗️A Chinese tanker Rich Starry sanctioned by the United States has passed through the Strait of Hormuz despite the U.S. blockade, according to shipping data.
It is reported to have carried around 250,000 barrels of methanol and is the first to transit and exit the Strait since the blockade began.
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It is reported to have carried around 250,000 barrels of methanol and is the first to transit and exit the Strait since the blockade began.
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❗️‘Shane Warne’s son blames forced covid vaccine for his cricket icon dad’s death at 52..’
😱Everybody knows... 💉 ⚰️ 💀
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😱Everybody knows... 💉 ⚰️ 💀
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❗️Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez:
I believe it is in the interest of both Spain and Europe to strengthen ties with China.
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I believe it is in the interest of both Spain and Europe to strengthen ties with China.
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❗️Just after the Hungarian election results the Ukrainian Foreign minister rushed to the EU to beg for a €90 billion loan.
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❗️UKMTO has received a report of an incident on 07 Apr 26, 112NM southeast of Ras Al Hadd, Oman.
The Master of a Bulk Carrier reported to authorities that his vessel was struck by two unidentified projectiles resulting in a fire onboard. A Pakistan Naval vessel rendered assistance and the incident is now reported complete."
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The Master of a Bulk Carrier reported to authorities that his vessel was struck by two unidentified projectiles resulting in a fire onboard. A Pakistan Naval vessel rendered assistance and the incident is now reported complete."
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❗️The US offered Iran to completely suspend nuclear activities for 20 years - NYT
Tehran is only willing to agree to a five-year suspension. The US believes that this would allow the Iranian side to claim that it has not permanently renounced its right to produce its own nuclear fuel.
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Tehran is only willing to agree to a five-year suspension. The US believes that this would allow the Iranian side to claim that it has not permanently renounced its right to produce its own nuclear fuel.
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❗️U.S. and Iranian negotiation teams are set to return to Islamabad later this week for a new round of peace talks, according to Reuters.
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❗️Anthony Albanese touches down in Brunei in a mission to "secure fertiliser".
It's amazing the lengths the Australian government will go just to avoid lifting sanctions on Russian imports.
PS. You can tell Airbus Albo is loving it. Another free red carpet holiday!
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It's amazing the lengths the Australian government will go just to avoid lifting sanctions on Russian imports.
PS. You can tell Airbus Albo is loving it. Another free red carpet holiday!
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❗️Russia and Hungary are unlikely to become friends under the new Prime Minister of the Republic, but Moscow hopes for the pragmatism from Hungary - Peskov.
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❗️Iran is ready to negotiate with the US, but "within the framework of legal norms", Pezeshkian said during a telephone conversation with Macron.
He noted that Tehran considers diplomacy the most preferable way to resolve disputes.
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He noted that Tehran considers diplomacy the most preferable way to resolve disputes.
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❗️Russia’s oil exports up to 7.13 mbd in March, revenues nearly double — IEA
Oil deliveries increased by 270,000 barrels per day in March, while supplies of petroleum products added 50,000 bpd
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Oil deliveries increased by 270,000 barrels per day in March, while supplies of petroleum products added 50,000 bpd
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❗️Germany and Ukraine sign defence cooperation agreement in Berlin.
We elevate our bilateral relations with Ukraine to the level of a strategic partnership - German Chancellor Merz
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We elevate our bilateral relations with Ukraine to the level of a strategic partnership - German Chancellor Merz
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❗️German Chancellor Merz:
Russia should end this war as quickly as possible.
It has no chance of winning it.
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Russia should end this war as quickly as possible.
It has no chance of winning it.
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