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Ukraine cannot fight evil with empty hands : The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many of us
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Quick Glance: Ukraine urgently needs support against Russia
- The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many Ukrainians.
- Despite being thousands of miles away from Ukraine, the war's impact is deeply felt.
- Russia is committing systematic war crimes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is fighting for survival and basic values in a war for peace.
Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
apnews.com/article/poland-espinonage-ukraine-russia-zelenskyy-plot-a7e3f5944ba165dd30b271840ffa9f95
Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
Germany arrests two dual nationals over alleged Russian sabotage plot: Prosecutors accuse German-Russian duo of being prepared to ‘carry out explosive and arson ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/18/germany-arrests-two-dual-nationals-over-alleged-russian-sabotage-plot
US aid delays leave Ukrainians at low ebb: Faltering western assistance and Russia’s fresh initiative on battlefield chip away at country’s morale
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Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that the country was ramping up manufacturing of tanks and ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-shoigu-says-tank-production-is-booming-2024-04-19/
What is the Russian bomber plane that Ukraine says it shot down?: The Ukrainian military said its anti-missile units succeeded for the first time on Friday in ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/19/what-is-the-russian-bomber-plane-that-ukraine-says-it-shot-down
2 suspects detained in Poland after last month's attack on a Navalny ally in Lithuania
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Quick Glance: Suspects Arrested in Poland After Attack on Navalny Ally Volkov
- Two individuals were detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Leonid Volkov, an exiled associate of the late Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, as stated by the Lithuanian President on Friday.
- Volkov, who has been living in exile since Moscow labeled Navalny's organizations as 'extremist' in 2021, was assaulted with a hammer outside his residence in Vilnius, Lithuania, resulting in a broken arm in mid-March.
- The alleged attackers have been apprehended in Poland and are set to be transferred to Lithuania after the conclusion of legal proceedings, according to statements made by the Lithuanian President to reporters.
- Expressing gratitude, the Lithuanian President commended the Republic of Poland for its exceptional work and the outstanding collaboration in relation to this incident.
Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
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Russian banks' profits drop slightly m/m to $2.9 billion in March: Russian banks' profits fell marginally in March to 270 billion roubles ($2.89 billion) ...
reuters.com/business/finance/russian-banks-profits-drop-slightly-mm-29-billion-march-2024-04-19/
Military expert: Ukraine's rapid NATO accession is conceivable: Kiev is under massive pressure and everything is missing. Until Western supplies arrive ...
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Three Russians parachute from stratosphere to North Pole: Three Russians set a world record for parachuting from the Earth's stratosphere to the North Pole last ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
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Russian Strategic Missile Carrier Crashes in Southern Region: A Tu-22M3 strategic missile carrier has crashed in southern Russia's Stavropol region after ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/russian-strategic-missile-carrier-crashes-in-southern-region-a84894
As authorities in Orenburg city called on thousands of residents to evacuate immediately due to rapidly rising flood waters ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/russian-villagers-build-homemade-dam-keep-out-floods-2024-04-17/
Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 people, damage critical infrastructure
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region kill at least 8: A major Russian missile attack on the central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least eight ...
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Ukraine shoots down Russian Tu-22M3 fighter jet: Ukrainian military sources told Ukrainian media that a Russian Tu-22M3 fighter jet was shot down in the ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-schiesst-russischen-tu-22m3-kampfjet-ab
Strategic bomber crashes in Russias Stavropol region: Strategic bomber crashes in Russias Stavropol region
wionews.com/world/strategic-bomber-crashes-in-russias-stavropol-region-712914
NASA Confirms Where the Space Junk That Hit a Florida House Came From: Space law just got a little more complicated.
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/florida-man-tells-ars-about-his-encounter-with-something-that-fell-from-space/
AfD slips to second place in survey in Saxony-Anhalt: In all East German federal states, the AfD is the strongest force in surveys - until now ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article251100170/AfD-rutscht-in-Umfrage-in-Sachsen-Anhalt-auf-Platz-zwei.html
Two dead, 15 injured as Russian missile hits apartment block in Dnipro: In the City of Dnipro, a Russian missile hit a five-storey residential building ...
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Ukraine Says 8 Killed in Overnight Russian Strikes: Russian night-time strikes killed eight people, including two children, and injured 18 in Ukraine's central ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-says-eight-killed-in-overnight-russian-strikes-a84895
Russia pummels exhausted Ukrainian forces with smaller attacks ahead of a springtime advance
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-offensive-putin-8fce40ee08fdcc483f1d0fbe51c44bbe
Russia's Bashneft oil company installs anti-drone nets to protects refineries, says report
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-bashneft-protects-refineries-with-anti-drone-nets-ria-says-2024-04-19/
Ukraine claims it shot down a Russian strategic bomber as Moscow’s missiles kill eight in Dnipro region
theglobeandmail.com/world/article-ukraine-claims-it-shot-down-a-russian-strategic-bomber-as-moscows/
Pence predicts Putin will target a NATO country if he’s successful in Ukraine: Former Vice President Mike Pence on Thursday called on House lawmakers to help ...
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Russia aims to destroy Ukraine’s energy generation capacity: After a first campaign of attacks on transmission infrastructures in 2022-23 ...
euractiv.com/section/europe-s-east/news/russia-aims-to-destroy-ukraines-energy-generation-capacity/
German police arrest suspected Russian spies over bombing plan: Two men held for alleged intent to sabotage that included military base training Ukrainian ...
ft.com/content/9ee73d65-9575-410c-acba-3bc8b0bc08ae
US aims to begin new North Korea sanctions monitoring regime by next month: The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that she hoped to find a new ...
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Poland arrests man over ‘Zelensky death plot’; Kyiv’s allies boost air defences: The Polish citizen identified as Pawel K was charged with declaring his ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-19-poland-arrests-man-over-zelensky-death-plot-kyivs-allies-boost-air-defences/
CIA director warns Ukraine could lose war with Russia by the end of the year unless US sends more aid
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Quick Glance: CIA Director Warns of Ukraine's Potential Defeat Against Russia
- CIA Director Bill Burns warns of a possible Ukrainian defeat against Russia by the end of the year unless the US sends more military support.
- Burns emphasizes the need for the US Congress to approve a long-delayed aid package for Kyiv to prevent Ukraine from losing ground.
- There is a risk that Russia could capture additional territory if Ukraine is not adequately supported, leading to a frozen frontline situation.
- Ukraine's lack of ammunition and military equipment due to supply struggles from the US and its allies is having a severe impact on the battlefield.
Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
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Focus: Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung ...
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The Five Futures of Russia: And How America Can Prepare for Whatever Comes Next: And how America can prepare for whatever comes next.
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Germany arrests two suspected of spying for Russia, planning attacks: Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany on suspicion of spying ...
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The Baltic balancing act over the threat from Russia: Fears grow in the region that Putin could test Nato’s resolve with provocations or the ‘nightmare scenario’ ...
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EU watchdog warns bloc still needs Russian LNG: Warning comes as Nordic and Baltic countries seek total ban on imports of the fuel from Moscow
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These are the indicative estimates of Russia’s combat losses as of April 19, according to the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
Two arrests in Poland after attack on Kremlin critic Volkov: Russian opposition figure Leonid Volkov is pleased about the arrest of two men who are said to have ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/zwei-festnahmen-in-polen-nach-angriff-auf-kreml-kritiker-wolkow-19664786.html
Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of long-stalled Congress aid vote: Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security ...
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Big blow for Moscow: Chinese banks are increasingly turning away from Putin: Due to the threat of US sanctions, numerous Chinese banks are now withdrawing from ...
fr.de/wirtschaft/schlag-moskau-china-banken-einschraenkung-transaktionen-russland-zr-93020405.html
Ukraine War: The protective shield is crumbling: Russian attacks on civilian targets are increasing, President Zelensky is urgently asking for more anti-aircraft ...
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Russia hits Chernihiv, killing 17 as Ukraine pleads for air defense : With a U.S. aid package stalled in Congress, Russia has exploited Ukraine’s ammunition and ...
washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/chernihiv-missile-strike-civilians-killed/
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
- At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.
- Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.
- Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.
- A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
Israel Launches Missile Strikes on Iran, US Officials Say: Israel launched a retaliatory strike on Iran following last week’s missile and drone barrage from ...
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Paid articlePaidQuick Glance: Israel's Strike in Iran: Escalation in the Region
- Israel has carried out a strike inside Iran, a move that threatens to deepen conflicts in the region, as per a US official.
- The strike was not nuclear, and the US was informed in advance but did not endorse it, according to sources.
- Iran activated its air defense systems in response to the explosions near a military airbase, while tensions in the Middle East remain high.
- The situation escalated following Iran's direct attack on Israel, with ongoing tit-for-tat strikes signaling heightened tensions.
Germany Arrests 2 Men Suspected of Spying for Russia: The two men, dual citizens of both countries, were accused of being part of a plot to undermine aid to ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/europe/germany-russia-spying-arrests.html
Kremlin says any new 'colonial' U.S. aid to Ukraine won't change frontline situation
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Poland Arrests Man Over Suspected Russian Plan To Kill Zelensky: A man suspected of aiding a plot by Russian intelligence services to assassinate Ukrainian ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/poland-arrests-man-over-suspected-russian-plan-to-kill-zelensky-a84892
Heavy equipment and a lot of anger: Russians are dredging themselves against high tide - and own authorities
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Germany launches new Ukraine air defense initiative, appeals to EU and NATO allies
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Why Trump ‘hates Ukraine’: The once and possibly future U.S. president blames the country for his political woes.
politico.eu/article/why-donald-trump-hates-ukraine-us-congress-kyiv-war/
UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
icij.org/investigations/pandora-papers/uk-freezes-london-property-linked-to-putin-ally-after-icij-report/
Quick Glance: UK Reacts to ICIJ Report on London Property of Putin Ally
- The UK government froze the multimillion-dollar London property roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists unveiled its connection to Igor Komarov and its seemingly untouched status by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official.
- In February, the ongoing relationship between Komarov and the prime central London townhouse on Herbert Crescent, purchased for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company he previously managed, was highlighted.
- An update was made on April 5 regarding the Companies House records for Wastom, aligning with the ROE filings.
Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...
reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-growing-arms-sector-thwarted-by-cash-shortages-attacks-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Ukraine's Arms Sector Struggles Amid Cash Shortages and Attacks
- Hundreds of Ukrainian arms businesses face funding challenges and fear Russian attacks.
- The government is urged to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and allow export licenses.
- Private investments are primarily motivated by domestic entrepreneurs prioritizing patriotism over profit.
- Manufacturing weapons in Ukraine during a full-scale war poses financial and security risks.
How Tajikistan’s Beleaguered Pamiris Found a Haven in Poland: In Warsaw, exiles are planning their future after authoritarian rule in the Central Asian country
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Moskowitz trolls Greene with foreign aid amendments: Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) trolled Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) with a pair of amendments that ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4602827-moskowitz-trolls-greene-with-foreign-aid-amendments/
Quick Glance: GOP Congresswoman Propagates Russian Narratives Against Ukraine Aid
- Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced amendments to the latest bill on aid to Ukraine, echoing Russian propaganda narratives about "biolabs in Ukraine" and "persecution of Christians in Ukraine."
- Greene proposed halting funding for Ukraine's aid until free and fair elections are held, persecution of Christians stops, and all biolabs in Ukraine are closed.
- The allegation of secret "biolabs" in Ukraine is a long-standing Russian propaganda conspiracy theory, also picked up by Chinese disinformation networks according to the EU East Stratcom Task Force.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson announced determination to advance the foreign aid bill on April 20, despite opposition from GOP hardliners who have blocked progress for over six months.
MT's founder, Derk Sauer, on marking two years since the newsroom was forced to go into exile:
"Of course it is difficult to keep our spirits up as Putin ... Show more www.themoscowtimes.com/page/mts-founder-reflects-on-2-years-of-working-in-exile
Zelenskiy Calls For More Air Defenses After Deadly Ukraine Strike: President Volodymyr Zelenskiy has again appealed to Ukraine's Western allies and partners to ...
rferl.org/a/ukraine-russia-strikes-dnipro/32911952.html
Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea: Ukraine said it attacked a large air base in Russian-occupied Crimea, highlighting its ability to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/ukraine-says-it-attacked-russian-military-air-base-in-crimea
Paid articlePaid Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
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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.
Russia is bombing Ukraine into darkness — and leaving Europe short of power: The EU relied on Kyiv for energy help last winter, but Russia is now taking out ...
politico.eu/article/russias-bombing-ukraine-darkness-leaving-europe-short-power/
Germany's Habeck touts German support, business interest in Ukraine ｜ DPA: German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck was in Kiev on Thursday for a visit focused ...
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Quick Glance: Robert Habeck: German Solidarity with Ukraine
- Robert Habeck emphasizes German solidarity with Ukraine in the war.
- He brings business representatives to promote deals and investments.
- Germany is providing Ukraine with a third Patriot air defense system.
- Habeck discusses economic cooperation and energy supply in Kiev.
Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: Two German-Russians were arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing sabotage operations ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/verdacht-auf-russische-spionage-zwei-manner-in-deutschland-festgenommen
Children among at lest nine killed in Russian air strikes in Ukraine: Three children among those killed in Dnipropetrovsk region
standard.co.uk/news/world/russian-air-strikes-dnipro-synelnykove-children-killed-war-b1152513.html
Berlin summons Russian ambassador after arrest of suspected spies: German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has summoned the Russian ambassador following the ...
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Russia declares German foundation 'undesirable': Moscow has blacklisted the Friedrich Naumann Foundation, a free-market think-tank as "undesirable ...
dw.com/en/russia-declares-german-foundation-undesirable/a-68863930
Tupolev bomber crashes in Russia: Three of the four pilots were able to save themselves using the ejector seat. The search is still ongoing for the fourth pilot ...
diepresse.com/18382867/tupolew-bomber-stuerzt-in-russland-ab
Geopolitics: The connection between autocracy, democracy and raw materials: Natural resources help autocrats forget the people - and stay in power ...
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Background information from ntv reporter Munz: How does Moscow react to the spy exposure?
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Wie-reagiert-Moskau-auf-die-Spion-Enttarnung-article24885413.html
What's Causing Russia's Record Floods?: What is driving the record-bad flooding that has devastated parts of Russia and Kazakhstan and forced tens of thousands ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/whats-causing-russias-record-floods-a84893
'The war in Ukraine has, in practice, thrown Russia into China's arms': In the global balance of power, Russia's pivot towards China and its possible integration ...
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/17/the-war-in-ukraine-has-in-practice-thrown-russia-into-china-s-arms_6668676_23.html
Kremlin Slams France’s Seizure of Russia-Linked Villa: The Kremlin on Thursday denounced the seizure in France of a villa allegedly owned by Russian businessman ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/kremlin-slams-frances-seizure-of-russia-linked-villa-a84889
Russia loses 870 soldiers, 9 tanks and 21 artillery systems over past day: Russias losses in the war against Ukraine have surpassed 457,830 troops
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Ukraine: Attack on Dzhankoi base allegedly with Atacms missiles: While the Ukrainian troops are under pressure at the front, they are trying to hit the enemy far ...
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Ukraine’s desperate need for air defences: Nato allies should donate from their armouries even if that leaves them depleted
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Russia pummels exhausted Ukrainian forces ahead of springtime advance: Rolling coverage of the international stories of interest to our readers
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Fewer Russians Getting Married Despite State's Encouragement to Start Families – Official Data
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/fewer-russians-getting-married-despite-states-encouragement-to-start-families-official-data-a84886
Russia begins withdrawing peacekeeping forces from Karabakh, now under full Azerbaijan control
ctvnews.ca/world/russia-begins-withdrawing-peacekeeping-forces-from-karabakh-now-under-full-azerbaijan-control-1.6850700
An Irish Liquidator Plays Cat and Mouse With Russian Jets: A Dublin court has ruled that the assets of a pair of Irish subsidiaries of a Moscow company are fair ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/an-irish-liquidator-plays-cat-and-mouse-with-russian-jets
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