NSA

Watch: NSA defector reveals Russian election meddling

An NSA agent jailed for spying says she did it 'for the good of the American people'.

Macron demands answers from Americans on spying charges

French President Emmanuel Macron and German Chancellor Merkel demanded the US and Denmark provide information on allegations of NSA spying.

Reports emerge of US spying on Germany, EU states

A breaking report alleges the US NSA spy agency accessed Denmark's subterranean internet cables to spy on allied states.

US medal given to Israeli National Security Advisor

U.S. National Security Advisor presented his Israeli counterpart Meir Ben-Shabbat with the highest honorary award given to non-US citizens.

Greek NSA:

If Greece capitulates, Turkey to threaten Israel more than Iran

Greek National Security Advisor Alexandros Diakopoulos discusses Turkey's opposition to Israeli-Greek-Cypriot pipeline.

Several injured in shooting near NSA headquarters

Up to 3 reportedly injured as unauthorized vehicle tries to enter NSA headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland. Investigation ongoing.

Cyber Command chief:

'US alerted France to Russian election hacking'

'Look, we're watching the Russians, we're seeing them penetrate some of your infrastructure.'

FBI, NSA chiefs to testify on Russia

House Intelligence Committee invites heads of FBI and NSA to appear at hearings on alleged Russian meddling in 2016 election.

Germany: Snowden wanted to help Russia, not fight injustice

German intelligence chiefs express suspicion NSA whistleblower focusing on Western actions.

Report: NSA chief made secret visit to Israel

Admiral Michael Rogers was reportedly in Israel last week to discuss cyber threats from Iran and Hezbollah.

Italy summons American ambassador over WikiLeaks spying reports

Italy summons American ambassador to Rome after WikiLeaks reveals the NSA spied on ex-premier Silvio Berlusconi.

Trump: Spying on allies? I'm open to the possibility

Trump responds to report that Obama spied on Netanyahu, says he wouldn't rule that out if it make the United States great.

House Intelligence chair to probe NSA spying on Netanyahu

Rep. Devin Nunes says his committee will look into report that the NSA spied on Netanyahu after it was supposed to limit such activities.

Report: Obama spied on Netanyahu after NSA reforms

Wall Street Journal reveals the United States intercepted Netanyahu's calls in order to monitor his campaign against the Iran deal.

More Treachery: US Spied on Japanese Government

Wikileaks documents reveal that after Germany, France and Brazil, the US has spied on another key ally: Japan.

Leak: US Spied on Israeli Communications in Syria

Leak reveals Israel killed a top Syrian commando in 2008 during a party in his home; US had access to Israeli military communications.

Documents Show That the US 'Routinely Spied' on Brazil

New documents reveal that the US has been spying on Brazil since 2011 in order to obtain economic advantages.

NSA Monitored Three French Presidents, Says WikiLeaks

NSA wiretapped Jacques Chirac, Nicolas Sarkozy, and Francois Hollande, new files exposed by WikiLeaks say.

One Dead After Shots Fired at NSA Headquarters

Live aerial footage allegedly shows vehicles with extensive damage in apparent attack attempt; 1 dead.

Israeli, UK, US Spies Cooperated to Monitor Iranian Leaders

Document leaked from NSA contractor Edward Snowden reveals trilateral arrangement between NSA, GCHQ, and IDF's 8200.

Report: Snowden Leaked NSA 'Deal' with Israel

Interviewer claims Snowden leaked 'deal' for NSA to share spying information on Palestinian Arabs with Israel, via Unit 8200.

Edward Snowden Claims US 'Forced' Him to Stay in Russia

Snowden, Kerry trade barbs over NSA leaks. Kerry: 'A real man would turn himself in.'

NSA Able to Record '100%' of Other Countries' Phone Calls

Sources reveal that the NSA has built a system capable of recording “100 percent” of a foreign country’s telephone calls.

Zuckerberg Phones Obama to Complain About NSA Spying

Facebook founder calls President Obama in the wake of report that the NSA took advantage of Facebook for its spying program.

NSA Used 'Angry Birds' to Spy on Users

New Snowden documents reveal: Spy agencies used "leaky" smartphone apps to collect information.

American Lawmakers Hint: Snowden Had Help from Russia

Two Republican lawmakers suggest that Edward Snowden may have received help from a foreign power.

Obama Announces Reforms in NSA Surveillance

Obama proposes new protections for people whose information was collected, announces NSA will stop targeting friendly world leaders.

NSA Collected 200 Million Text Messages a Day

The NSA has collected almost 200 million text messages a day from across the globe, reveal Edward Snowden documents.

Obama Invites Merkel to Washington After Spying Row

President Obama invites German Chancellor to Washington, hoping to mend fences after revelations of U.S. eavesdropping on her cellphone.

'There Are More Snowden Documents on Israel'

Glenn Greenwald, publisher of the Snowden documents, says Israel “absolutely right” in linking NSA spying to Pollard.

NSA Surveillance is Legal, Rules Federal Judge

Federal judge in New York rules that the NSA's bulk collection of data on nearly every phone call made in the United States is legal.

Snowden: 'My Mission Is Accomplished, I Already Won'

NSA whistleblower says in rare interview that his leaking of US spying documents has given society a 'chance to change itself.'

White House: We Collect Information Like All Other Countries

White House won't respond to reports that the NSA spied on Olmert and Barak. Israeli officials: We weren't surprised.

U.S., Britain Spied on Olmert and Netanyahu

Prime Ministers Netanyahu and Olmert were among those spied upon by the NSA, according to Snowden documents.

Report: America Spied on Israeli Military

US spy agency reportedly spied on ‘high priority targets’ in Israel, while simultaneously sharing information.

Snowden Willing to Testify Over Merkel Tapping

NSA whistleblower reportedly indicates his willingness to testify over the U.S. wiretapping of German Chancellor Angela Merkel.

Report: American Spy Agency Hacked Google, Yahoo Data

American whistleblower says the NSA broke into Google and Yahoo data centers, giving it access to hundreds of millions of accounts.

Head of U.S. Intelligence: They Collect Data on Us Too

National Intelligence Director James Clapper: just as U.S. allies collect information on the U.S., so do we collect information about them.

U.S. Senator Speaks Out Against NSA Surveillance

Senator Diane Feinstein says she is "totally opposed" to NSA spying on leaders of American allies.

NSA Denies Obama Knew About Merkel Surveillance

NSA did not discuss with Obama "an alleged foreign intelligence operation" involving German Chancellor, says spokeswoman.

Report: U.S. Spying on Merkel Since 2002

The U.S. has been spying on the German Chancellor's mobile phone for more than a decade, reports Der Spiegel.

U.S. Hinted to France: Mossad Behind Elysee Palace Hacking

Leaked document: France believed U.S. was behind a cyber attack on the Elysee Palace, U.S. hinted Mossad was responsible.

NSA Monitored Phone Calls of 35 World Leaders

The NSA monitored the conversations of 35 leaders after encouraging others to "share their Rolodexes," reports the Guardian.

US Recorded 'Millions of Calls' in France

"Le Monde" cites documents leaked by former NSA contractor Edward Snowden with new accusations.

Israel a Top Target for U.S. Spying, Leaked Documents Reveal

The Obama administration views Israel as one of the top spying threats, according to documents leaked by Edward Snowden.

Snowden's Father to Visit Son in Russia

Father of NSA leaker attacks politicians for "irresponsible comments," claims his son will not receive a fair trial in the US.

Obama Cancels Visit to Russia over Snowden Asylum

Move reflects deepening political crisis as US, Russian governments continue to clash over rogue American intelligence agent.

Sen: US Should Boycott Russia Olympics Over Snowden

Obama should consider boycotting the 2014 Winter Olympics in Russia if it gives asylum to Edward Snowden, says US senator.

Microsoft Worked Closely with NSA, Documents Show

New documents say that Microsoft collaborated with U.S. intelligence to allow users' communications to be intercepted.

Bolivia, Venezuela, Nicaragua Offer Asylum to NSA Leaker

Bolivia, Venezuela and Nicaragua have offered asylum to National Security Agency whistelblower Edward Snowden.

Snowden Affair Fuels 'Friction' Between US, Russia

Russia’s refusal to extradite former intelligence contractor Edward Snowden to US authorities has created additional "friction" in relations

Snowden Seeking Asylum in Ecuador

The man who leaked details of U.S. government surveillance programs is seeking asylum in Ecuador with the aid of WikiLeaks.

Report: NSA Whistleblower Leaves Hong Kong for 'Third Country'

Former National Security Agency contractor Edward Snowden has reportedly left Hong Kong for a "third country."

Acting for Europe, France Threatens Google Over Privacy

Acting for Europe, France is threatening to fine the giant Google Internet search engine firm over privacy issues.

NSA Head: PRISM Foiled at Least 50 Terror Attacks

U.S. surveillance efforts foiled over 50 potential terrorist events since 2001, says NSA chief Keith Alexander.

Father of NSA Whistleblower Gives Candid Interview

The father of NSA whistleblower Edward Snowden has pleaded with his son to stop leaking information and to return home to the United States.

US NSA Says It Prevented ‘Dozens’ of Terror Attacks

America's National Security Agency chief says ‘dozens’ of terror attacks were prevented in recent years through its surveillance programs.

Whistleblower of NSA Leaks Uncovered

Former undercover CIA employee Edward Snowden unmasks himself as the source of disclosures about NSA programs.

Muslim Brotherhood Presenting 'Moderate' Face at White House

A group of Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood officials are in Washington this week, meeting with U.S. officials.