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Quick Glance: US Prosecutors Seek to Seize Congolese President's Apartment in Luxury Trump Complex
- U.S. authorities are moving to seize a $7.1 million Manhattan apartment in a corruption probe involving the Republic of Congo's first family.
- Allegations suggest embezzled state funds were used to purchase the apartment at Trump International Hotel & Tower for the daughter of the scandal-plagued president of the Central African country.
- A complex network of shell companies, ultimately owned by Sassou Nguesso, funneled millions of dollars out of Congo, with a portion allegedly used to acquire the apartment.
- The FACT Coalition advocates for stricter oversight in real estate transactions to combat illicit financial flows and supports a proposal by the Treasury Department for reporting suspicious activities in the real estate sector.
Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism
- Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.
- Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.
- University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.
- The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.
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Attorney General Merrick Garland said "the president has no impairment" and that he has "complete confidence" in Biden.
Ecuador's Noboa Shuts Down Nation on Electricity Crisis, Blaming Drought: Ecuador’s President Daniel Noboa ordered businesses and government offices to shut ...
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Former President Trump is back in a New York courtroom, this time for the start of his first criminal trial in a matter involving a hush money payment made to ... Show more
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol Pledges to Listen as Accepts Election Loss: South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol pledged to listen to people’s voices more ...
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Why Is Trump Confusing Jimmy Kimmel With Al Pacino All of a Sudden?: The morning after Kimmel roasted him over his tanking Truth Social stock price and ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: First Night of Trump's Trial Starts with Humor
- Donald Trump's legal proceedings commenced with the selection of jurors in New York on Monday.
- Late-night hosts found amusement in Trump dozing off during the trial.
- Comedian Jon Stewart joked about Trump committing so many offenses that he grew bored at his own trial.
- The late-night hosts also poked fun at Trump's speech near the Gettysburg battlefield, considered misguided and inappropriate.
US reimposes sanctions on Venezuela as Maduro continues opposition crackdown
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
A US congressional committee accused Columbia University's president of failing to protect Jewish students on campus, echoing accusations leveled against other ...
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Senators to be sworn in as jurors in Mayorkas impeachment trial: The Senate is still negotiating what the scope of the homeland security secretary's trial will ...
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Quick Glance: Senate's Decision on Impeachment Charges Against Mayorkas
- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
EU Goes on China Trade Offensive After Getting Played for Years: European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is unleashing a barrage of trade restrictions ...
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Columbia University Students Launch Gaza Solidarity Encampment: In other protest news, students at Columbia University and Barnard College have set up dozens of ...
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European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen was briefly interrupted by a pro-Palestinian protester as she prepared to give a speech in Brussels
Quick Glance: Heckler blasts von der Leyen over Israel support
- Ursula von der Leyen was interrupted during a speech by a man who accused her of being a 'criminal' for supporting Israel.
- The man shouted that she had 'aided genocide in Gaza' and accused her of having the blood of Palestinian children on her hands.
- The incident occurred at the European Defence and Security Summit, where von der Leyen was delivering a speech on strengthening European security and defence.
- The man, later identified as David Cronin, defended his action as a 'citizen's arrest' and continued to criticize von der Leyen for her support of Israel.
Why voters are right not to praise Biden's handling of the economy: 'More than half of us make less than the average U.S. income, but all of us pay almost 20% ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Critiques Trump's Economy in Pennsylvania
- President Biden criticized Trump's economic vision and plans for a potential second term while Trump was in court.
- Biden emphasized the importance of honesty, decency, and family in economic policy.
- He advocated for higher taxes on billionaires and pledged not to increase taxes on Americans earning less than $400,000 annually.
- Biden also highlighted his efforts to improve access to healthcare and reduce prescription drug costs.
For Israel and Ukraine, U.S. support isn't enough anymore: Biden urged Benjamin Netanyahu to refrain from retaliation against Iran even though its attack ...
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Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
‘Civil War’ Ending, Explained: An Empty Perspective: The final shot of Alex Garland’s ‘Civil War’ is the closest it ever comes to a distinct political statement ...
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A major Tesla exec has left Elon Musk's automaker amid job cuts: Drew Baglino, Tesla's senior vice president of powertrain and electrical engineering, is leaving ...
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Quick Glance: Tesla: Layoffs and Elon Musk's Reality Check
- Tesla is planning a major layoff to prepare for the future.
- Elon Musk's grasp on reality is questioned as Tesla performs mediocre in the automotive industry.
- Tesla experiences a decline in revenue margin compared to other automakers.
- The success of Tesla's future depends on the implementation of autonomous driving technology.
Argentina Monthly Inflation Slowed More Than Expected in March: Monthly inflation in Argentina slowed more than expected in March, cooling for the third straight ...
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Paid articlePaid Fed should not act urgently to cut rates unless required, Daly says: There is "no urgency" to cut U.S. interest rates, Mary Daly, the president of the San ...
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Brigitte Macron: French president's wife to be subject of new TV drama: The life of the French first lady will be turned into a six-part TV drama series.
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ECB's Lagarde hints it is too early to review inflation target: European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde hinted on Wednesday that it was too early for ...
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Is the new ‘Civil War’ movie a preview of our real divided American future? | Opinion
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy condemned Iran's drone and missile attack on Israel and said his country needed help from its allies to fend off ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/ukraines-zelenskiy-condemns-iranian-attack-israel-2024-04-14/
Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
- President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.
- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
Marcos Says He’s ‘Horrified’ by Duterte Sea Deal With China: Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. said he’s “horrified” to learn of an agreement between his ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Biden emphasizes US support for Philippines and Japan
- President Joe Biden reinforced the unwavering U.S. defense commitment to Pacific allies.
- The Philippines and China have faced repeated confrontations in the disputed South China Sea.
- The White House highlighted the significance of the first-ever trilateral summit with Japan and the Philippines as a response to China's attempts at "intimidation".
- The United States, the United Kingdom, and Japan announced joint military exercises in the Indo-Pacific for 2025.
Alina Habba Says Trump ‘Will Be Like Nelson Mandela’ if Jailed for Contempt: The Trump attorney’s comments parrot the ex-president’s recent rhetoric about ...
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Tunisia jails journalist Mohamed Boughalleb for six months: A Tunisian court on Wednesday sentenced prominent journalist Mohamed Boughalleb ...
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Judge rejects Hunter Biden's bid to dismiss federal gun charges: The federal judge overseeing a case involving charges against Hunter Biden over gun possession ...
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Quick Glance: Judge Denies Hunter Biden's Attempt to Dismiss Federal Gun Charges
- A judge in Delaware has denied attempts by President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden to dismiss three federal gun charges, all but ensuring a trial will move forward this summer.
- Hunter Biden's lawyers had pinned their hopes for dismissal largely on the belief that an immunity provision in their plea agreement, which eventually collapsed, was validated upon both parties signing it. However, Weiss' office contended that the agreement necessitated approval from a probation officer, a requirement that was never fulfilled.
- This ruling signifies another legal setback for Hunter Biden following a federal judge in California recently rejecting similar objections to a nine-count indictment related to tax offenses. The trial for this case is anticipated to commence shortly after the Delaware gun case.
- Hunter Biden also alleged that Weiss succumbed to political pressure from Republicans and former President Donald Trump. Nonetheless, Noreika delivered a scathing criticism.
Iceland Has 76 Presidential Wannabes Even After Many Accidental Candidates Pull Out
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Bears CEO Kevin Warren purchased a $1.75M Streeterville condo last summer: The condo that Warren and his wife purchased offers an open-concept living and dining ...
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In 1974, Hiroo Onoda became the last Japanese soldier to surrender, nearly 30 years after the end of World War Two.
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Civil War Is the Cinematic Equivalent of the No-Labels Movement: Alex Garland’s studious “objectivity” isn’t enough.
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Quick Glance: A24's 'Civil War' movie portrays a divided America
- Alex Garland’s 'Civil War' takes place in a dystopian near-future version of a divided U.S.
- A group of journalists travels through empty cities and deserted roads to Washington to overthrow a dictatorial president.
- Critics expressed concerns over Garland's vague approach to the film's politics, amidst online debates surrounding it.
- A24 heavily focuses on a marketing campaign that encourages viewers to 'pledge' allegiance and describe their type of American to promote the film.
30 Years After Rwandan Genocide, Ruler Holds Tight Grip: Thirty years after a devastating genocide, Rwanda has made impressive gains. But ethnic divisions ...
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Quick Glance: Survivor's Account of the Rwandan Genocide
- The 30th anniversary of the Rwandan genocide is approaching on April 6.
- Paul Rusesabagina shares his harrowing experiences after being released from prison.
- The 1994 genocide continues to shape the lives of many Rwandans.
- Rusesabagina emphasizes the importance of resilience and the power of words in the face of oppression.
Civil War: From filmmaker Alex Garland comes a journey across a dystopian future America, following a team of military-embedded journalists as they race against ...
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Quick Glance: Kirsten Dunst Shines in Alex Garland's Emotional and Fascinating Epic
- Journalists Lee and Jessie uncover the harsh reality of a conflicted country in 'Civil War.'
- Journalism is portrayed as a critical weapon that can reveal truth but also leaves behind destruction and loss.
- The film follows the emotional journey of protagonist Lee, who increasingly questions the ethical boundaries of photojournalism.
- Garland's 'Civil War' raises existential questions about journalism, ethics, and the significance of truth, amidst a dystopian future vision.
Jason Mackey: How the Steelers' signing of local QB Charlie Batch has turned into 'so much more'
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‘Now or never’: Congressmen say US must send Ukraine aid: A Republican and a Democrat spoke with the BBC News after meeting with President Zelensky.
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Europe should talk less and prepare more against Russian threat, says Finnish president
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Quick Glance: Finland’s Stubb Calls for Improved Structuring of EU and NATO Defence Tasks
- Finland's President Alexander Stubb aims for a clear distinction between EU and NATO in defense matters, emphasizing the need for better integration of defense capabilities within the two organizations.
- Stubb highlighted the importance of NATO setting priorities and the EU playing a significant role in developing defense capabilities through funding, technology, and industrial policy.
- The EU is set to review a new EU-wide defense market scheme, the European Defence Investment Programme (EDIP), to promote joint procurement of defense products.
- Stubb advocates for the EU to play a larger role in defense to strengthen European defense forces and reduce reliance on the United States for security matters.
LGBT Ghanaians await court ruling on restrictive new law: Members of Ghana's LGBT community and activists are waiting to see whether the West African country's ...
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Mexico Breaks Diplomatic Ties With Ecuador After Jorge Glas Arrest: Jorge Glas, a former vice president, had taken refuge at the Mexican Embassy in Ecuador’s ...
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Quick Glance: Mexico Removes Diplomats from Embassy in Ecuador Amid Raid
- Mexico withdrew embassy personnel in Ecuador after security forces stormed the building.
- President Lopez Obrador criticized the arrest of former Vice President Glas and instructed to file a complaint at the International Court of Justice.
- Ecuador accused Mexico of misusing diplomatic immunities and privileges, leading to severed diplomatic ties.
- International condemnation ensued, with various Latin American countries, the US, EU, and the UN condemning the actions taken during the incident.
Zelensky signs law overhauling Ukraine’s mobilization rules: The legislation requires all men between 18 and 60 to register with the armed forces ...
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Former NATO leader urges US not to withhold Ukraine aid: Putin ‘will not stop’: Former NATO commander James Stavridis urged the Biden administration and ...
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Jeff Bezos, clad in denim, and Lauren Sanchez watch Lana Del Rey at Coachella: Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and fiancée Lauren Sanchez were spotted at the Coachella ...
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Cyprus suspends Syrian asylum applications as it struggles with arrivals spike: Cyprus has suspended the processing of asylum applications from Syrians following ...
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House approves contentious FISA bill in bipartisan vote: The House in a bipartisan vote reauthorized the nation’s warrantless surveillance powers Friday ...
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The blooms on the 3,000 cherry trees Japan gave to the United States more than a century ago have become a quintessential marker of spring in the nation’s ... Show more www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/04/10/cherry-blossom-trees-tidal-basin/
Ukraine’s New Draft Unsettles the Young: Reporters from The New York Times spoke to men who could be affected by the change.
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LIVE: Ukraine president Volodymyr Zelenskiy addresses Three Seas Summit: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Senior Democrat says Johnson’s plan risks ‘boiling Ukraine to death slowly’: Democratic Rep. Adam Smith (Wash.) said Tuesday he is “deeply concerned” about ...
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Biden in call with congressional leaders on Iran attack urges House to pass aid bill
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Quick Glance: Focus on Support for Israel and Ukraine by Mike Johnson
- House Speaker Mike Johnson is heavily advocating for support for Israel and Ukraine while trying to push a national security package through the House.
- Johnson faces the challenge of juggling the Republican Party's divided support for Kyiv's defense while feeling the pressure to pass a comprehensive aid package for U.S. allies.
- In his quest to find ways to promote funding for Ukraine, Johnson is engaging in discussions with the White House and former president Donald Trump. The divisive dynamic within the party and the urgency of the situation in Ukraine present a significant challenge for Johnson.
- Johnson must craft a package that includes some policy wins for Republicans while also gaining Democratic approval. Despite concerns from some progressive Democrats regarding support for Israel, most Democratic lawmakers have rallied behind the Senate-passed package.
The One MAGA Man Who Showed Up for Trump Trial Voted for Obama—Twice: When the ex-president walked into the courthouse, a single man was in the protest pen.
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Paid articlePaid Johnson: Some Republicans want Speaker to have a ‘magic wand’ : House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday dismissed conservative criticism over the lack of ...
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Ex-President Uribe to Face Trial in Colombian Bribery Probe: Former Colombian President Alvaro Uribe faces trial over accusations that he bribed witnesses ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Colombia’s Ex-President Faces Landmark Trial
- Former president Álvaro Uribe, a prominent Colombian leader, is set to stand trial for procedural fraud and bribery.
- Uribe has been entangled in a witness-tampering scandal in the country’s judicial system for over a decade.
- Despite denying the allegations, Uribe is to be charged with witness bribing and procedural fraud.
- While regarded as a war hero by some, Uribe faces criticism from human rights groups and is linked to dark chapters in Colombian history.
Argentina's Milei meets Elon Musk at Tesla factory: The two like-minded men bonded over free markets and the need to defend liberty. Argentina ...
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Quick Glance: Elon Musk and Javier Milei Discuss Free Markets and Investment Opportunities
- Elon Musk and Argentine president Javier Milei met for the first time at Tesla's Texas factory.
- They discussed market liberation, eliminating bureaucratic obstacles, and investment opportunities.
- Milei unexpectedly won an election focused on spending cuts and inflation reduction.
- Both shared similar views on free markets and expressed support for Israel in conflicts.
Haiti Sets Up Transitional Council, Clearing Way for an Acting Leader: A governing council was finalized after a month of negotiations. It is tasked with ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/12/world/americas/haiti-transitional-council.html
Quick Glance: Haiti Establishes Transition Council to Select New PM, Leaders Amid Crisis
- The decree announcing the formation of the council was published in a Haitian government gazette on Friday.
- As per the official state journal, despite the expectation for Prime Minister Ariel Henry to resign immediately after the council's formation, he will remain in office until a new prime minister is elected.
- A provision in the decree allows the current prime minister to make the necessary preparations before the new appointments.
- The council will consist of members from political parties or social sectors, with two non-voting seats reportedly filled by representatives from Haiti's civil society and religious sector.
New leader of Jesse Jackson's civil rights organization steps down less than 3 months on the job
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Apple CEO says it is considering a manufacturing facility in Indonesia
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HSBC Joins Firms Exiting Argentina Amid Milei Economic Makeover: Argentine President Javier Milei is trying to draw foreign investment to help stabilize a ...
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Paid articlePaid Emmanuel Macron’s Push to Arm Europe Grows More Urgent and More Dangerous: The hostile new world Emmanuel Macron has been warning Europeans about is rapidly ...
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This is a champion’s story.
Sixty-seven years after becoming champions, a group of HBCU athletes finally got the chance to visit the White House ... Show more
Argentina's populist president meets billionaire Elon Musk in Texas — and a bromance is born
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Peter Pellegrini: Russia-friendly populist elected Slovak president: Peter Pellegrini accused his rival of being a warmonger who would send Slovak soldiers to ...
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Quick Glance: Pro-Western Candidate Loses: Fico Ally Becomes New Slovak President
- The new Slovak President Pellegrini advocates for peace talks with Russia and opposes arms shipments to Ukraine.
- Peter Pellegrini wins the runoff with 53% against pro-Western candidate Ivan Korcok.
- Korcok accepts defeat and criticizes the election campaign as non-transparent.
- Pellegrini, an ally of the Russia-friendly Prime Minister Fico, emphasizes the importance of peace talks in the Ukraine conflict.
Argentina's Milei Proposes Encounter With Brazil's Lula After Mutual Insults
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Paid articlePaid After Iran attack, Kirby calls for floor vote on Israel-Ukraine aid: Kirby told NBC that all the House needs to do "is take it up" and "put it on ...
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Georgia Bankers Association makes leadership changes: Joe Brannen, a familiar face in business circles and who has served as a voice for the state’s banking ...
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Zelensky: Ukraine will lose war if US Congress fails to deliver aid funding: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on April 7 that Ukraine will lose the ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine ‘will lose the war’ without US aid, Zelensky warns
- President Volodymyr Zelensky warns that Ukraine will lose the war against Russia if the US Congress does not approve military aid.
- Ukraine urgently calls for the US to send a $60 billion aid package blocked by Republicans in Congress.
- Russia intensifies attacks on Chasiv Yar, near Kramatorsk, a crucial hub for the Ukrainian army, resulting in casualties and destruction.
- Russian strikes, including on a nuclear power plant, raise concerns about reactor integrity, with the IAEA urging restraint.
All eyes on Johnson foreign aid decision amid Israel attack, Greene ouster threat
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