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Andrei Sitov
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Washington Bureau Chief, TASS
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TASS
TASS, originally founded in 1904 as the St. Petersburg Telegraph Agency, is Russia's central state news agency. It serves as the primary distributor of official information in the country and operates under a decree from the Russian government. With a staff of over 1,700 employees, TASS has a significant global presence, featuring 62 international offices across 57 countries and 64 regional bureaus within Russia. The agency publishes around 3,000 daily news items in six languages, along with approximately 1,000 photos and videos. TASS also operates a dedicated space news office on the International Space Station, staffed by cosmonauts since 2021. Its audience includes governments, media outlets, and international organizations that rely on TASS for verified Russian perspectives. The agency has been recognized for its contributions to media development, receiving the Order for Valorous Labor in August 2024.
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Founded: 1904