Does anyone really want Snowden (except the US)?

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The forum discussion centers on the potential asylum options for Edward Snowden, particularly focusing on the roles of Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Bolivia. Despite their public invitations for asylum, participants argue that these countries may not genuinely desire to host Snowden due to the diplomatic repercussions with the United States. The conversation highlights the logistical feasibility of transporting Snowden from Russia to Venezuela while remaining in international airspace, emphasizing that if these nations were serious about offering asylum, they would facilitate his return without bureaucratic obstacles. Ultimately, the discussion raises questions about the motivations behind these countries' asylum offers and the implications for their international relations.

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  • Understanding of international asylum laws and procedures
  • Familiarity with the geopolitical relationships between the U.S., Russia, and Latin American countries
  • Knowledge of the logistics involved in international air travel, particularly regarding airspace regulations
  • Awareness of the implications of whistleblowing and espionage laws in the U.S.
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  • Research the asylum application process in Russia and its implications for Snowden
  • Examine the historical context of U.S.-Latin America relations regarding asylum seekers
  • Investigate the logistical challenges of international flights, particularly in avoiding hostile airspace
  • Explore the legal definitions and consequences of espionage in the context of whistleblowing
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This discussion is beneficial for political analysts, international relations scholars, human rights advocates, and anyone interested in the complexities of asylum politics and international diplomacy.

  • #31
Hmm. Look:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizenship_in_the_United_States

"Americans who live in foreign countries and become members of other governments have, in some instances, been stripped of citizenship, although there have been court cases where decisions regarding citizenship have been reversed."
 
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nikkkom said:
Hmm. Look:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizenship_in_the_United_States

"Americans who live in foreign countries and become members of other governments have, in some instances, been stripped of citizenship, although there have been court cases where decisions regarding citizenship have been reversed."

He's certainly not a member of another government. Election to the Politburo seems unlikely.

The EU recently passed a resolution that Edward Snowden should be offered asylum, though no EU member did so.
 
  • #33
nikkkom said:
Hmm. Look:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Citizenship_in_the_United_States

"Americans who live in foreign countries and become members of other governments have, in some instances, been stripped of citizenship, although there have been court cases where decisions regarding citizenship have been reversed."
I don't see what point you are trying to make.
 
  • #34
Edward Snowden questioned VV Putin live on Russian TV about Russia's mass surveillance operation.

http://www.theguardian.com/world/20...ision-question-vladimir-putin-on-surveillance

“Does Russia intercept, store, or analyze in any way the communications of millions of individuals? And do you believe that simply increasing the effectiveness of intelligence or law enforcement agencies can justify placing societies, rather than subjects, under surveillance? Thank you.”

The response was

“Of course, we know that criminals and terrorists use technology for their criminal acts and of course the special services have to use technical means to respond to their crimes. But we don’t have a mass-scale, uncontrollable efforts like that...Our special services…are strictly controlled by the society and the law, and are regulated by the law.”

Not exactly a denial.
 

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