Putin's Deputy Defense Minister Arrested for 'High Treason': Reports: Timur Ivanov's detention has sparked speculation about whether it might signal a purge ...
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Quick Glance: Detention of Russia's Deputy Defense Minister on Suspicion of High Treason
- Timur Ivanov, Russia's deputy defense minister, is suspected of high treason and bribery, facing a possible 15-year sentence.
- Ivanov's arrest sparked speculation about a potential purge within Moscow's elite circle, especially given his close relationships with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
- Independent Russian media outlets report corruption allegations against Ivanov and his family, stemming from kickbacks on ministry-related contracts.
- Ivanov is also alleged to have profited from construction projects in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, which fell under Moscow's control after a prolonged siege. His arrest came shortly after a meeting with Shoigu and other defense ministry officials.
How Delayed U.S. Aid Expanded the War in Ukraine’s Skies: After being held up by half a year of partisan infighting in Congress, U.S.
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/25/how-delayed-us-aid-expanded-the-war-in-ukraines-skies-a84956
Russian advance blamed on Ukrainian troops rotation blunder: Report says Russia’s forces took advantage of defence gap and gained 5km of terrain
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Moscow court upholds pretrial detention of jailed reporter Evan Gershkovich: Analysts have pointed out that Moscow may be using jailed Americans as bargaining ...
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Quick Glance: Moscow Court Upholds Extension of Detention for Reporter Evan Gershkovich
- Following the rejection of Evan Gershkovich's appeal, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, he will remain in custody on espionage charges until at least late June.
- Detained in late March 2023 during a reporting trip, the 32-year-old US citizen has spent over a year in prison, with his detention being regularly prolonged and his appeals being turned down.
- Experts suggest that Moscow might be leveraging jailed Americans as leverage in the escalating tensions between the US and Russia due to the Kremlin's military operation in Ukraine.
- Gershkovich's arrest marks the first time since September 1986 that an American reporter has been detained in Russia on espionage charges, when Nicholas Daniloff, a Moscow correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, was apprehended by the KGB.
Exclusive: Russian ministry stress scenario has growth stalling, rouble diving, document shows
reuters.com/markets/europe/russian-ministry-stress-scenario-has-growth-stalling-rouble-diving-document-2024-04-24/
U.S. unveils $1 billion Ukraine weapons package: Resupply of artillery ammunition, armored vehicles and air-defense missiles comes after Congress ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/24/biden-us-weapons-ukraine/
Russian ministry sees 2024 GDP at 2.8%, but with higher inflation, weaker rouble: Russia's economy ministry improved its expectations for 2024 gross domestic ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-ministry-sees-2024-gdp-28-with-higher-inflation-weaker-rouble-2024-04-23/
‘Our artillery is starving:’ Ukraine holds its breath as US set to approve $60bn of military aid
cnn.com/2024/04/22/europe/ukraine-awaits-us-military-aid-intl-cmd/
Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Iran Sentences Dissident Rapper Salehi To Death: Iranian dissident Rapper Toomaj Salehi has been sentenced to death by a court in Isfahan ...
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Russia as an informer state: How Putin's empire is becoming a land of informers: It's not just agents who hunt down dissidents and opponents of the war - ...
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Russia Urges Citizens to Avoid Flying Turkish Airlines to Latin America: The Russian Embassy in Turkey has urged citizens to avoid flying Turkish Airlines due to ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/23/russia-urges-citizens-to-avoid-flying-turkish-airlines-to-latin-america-a84931
European Space Agency adds 5 new astronauts in only fourth class since 1978. Over 20,000 applied
apnews.com/article/europe-space-astronauts-esa-722d4a59d3958f3ff3d53bcf032d034c
Without a driver's license, what will Elena Rybakina do with the Stuttgart Porsche?
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Biden promises speedy delivery of 'battlefield' aid for Ukraine: US President Joe Biden promised that tens of billions of dollars of much-delayed military aid ...
euractiv.com/section/global-europe/news/biden-promises-speedy-delivery-of-battlefield-aid-for-ukraine/
She Photographed Russian Political Prisoners. Now She's Charged With 'Extremism.'
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/she-photographed-russian-political-prisoners-now-shes-charged-with-extremism-a84848
Putin unpredictable, could use nuclear weapon, Navalny's widow warns ｜ DPA: The widow of late Russian dissident Alexei Navalny has warned of the ...
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Microsoft: APT28 hackers exploit Windows flaw reported by NSA: Microsoft warns that the Russian APT28 threat group exploits a Windows Print Spooler ...
bleepingcomputer.com/news/security/microsoft-apt28-hackers-exploit-windows-flaw-reported-by-nsa/
Forget the ticker-tape parade. Mike Johnson is no hero. : Aid for Ukraine passed easily on Saturday. The House speaker could have made it happen days, weeks ...
washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/04/22/johnson-military-aid-damage-ukraine/
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 790: As the war enters its 790th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/24/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-790
Ukraine live ticker: Ukraine: Kharkiv TV tower collapsed after attack | FAZ: Ukraine live ticker 2023: Current news & news about the Ukraine war ► Read the ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow says 50 Ukrainian drones shot down: Ukraine has launched a barrage of drones across Russia overnight in attacks that appeared to ...
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-drones-energy-68f8e26eaff94e440f71578c43334332
Super bomber probably shot down: Russia is said to have lost dozens of fighter planes since 2022
n-tv.de/politik/Russland-soll-seit-2022-Dutzende-Kampfflieger-verloren-haben-article24888600.html
House To Vote On Crucial U.S. Aid Package For Ukraine, Israel: The U.S. House of Representatives is to vote on April 20 on a much-delayed $95 ...
rferl.org/a/u-s-house-on-brink-of-approving-crucial-ukraine-aid/32913484.html
GOP operative’s conviction over illegal Russian contributions to Trump campaign upheld
thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4605419-gop-operative-conviction-illegal-russian-contributions-to-trump-campaign-upheld/
Russian, Ukrainian families arrive in Qatar for healthcare and support: Doha says families will receive medical, psychological and social support ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/21/russian-ukrainian-families-arrive-in-qatar-for-healthcare-and-support
Russia convicts the spokesperson for Facebook owner Meta in a swift trial in absentia
abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/russia-convicts-spokesperson-facebook-owner-meta-swift-trial-109496287
Civilians Killed as Ukraine, Russia Trade Strikes: Ukraine launched a wave of drones at Russia in the early hours of Saturday, setting a fuel depot ablaze ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/20/civilians-killed-as-ukraine-russia-trade-strikes-a84911
Here's what a Ukrainian defeat to Russia might look like: Russia is poised to seize control of more of Ukraine this year as US aid runs low.
businessinsider.com/what-a-ukraine-defeat-to-russia-might-look-like-war-2024-4
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.
Head of Ukraine's intelligence says Russians are preparing another assassination attempt on him
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/22/7452339/
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
“Energy shock” looms: EU remains dependent on Russian LNG imports: The EU wants to reduce LNG imports from Russia. But an import stop would endanger European ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/europa-auf-russische-lng-importe-angewiesen-sonst-droht-energieschock-li.2207698
Ukraine's budding private-arms sector is facing setbacks as funding dries up and Russian missile strikes intensify www.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.
Leonid Volkov: Two arrests for attacking Navalny confidant: Leonid Volkov organized Alexei Navalny's political campaigns from exile in Lithuania and was recently ...
spiegel.de/ausland/leonid-wolkow-zwei-festnahmen-wegen-angriff-auf-vertrauten-alexej-nawalnys-a-9be38841-1a3b-4dcd-9327-bfa6dd245475
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.
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
9 Killed in Overnight Russian Strikes on Ukraine: Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at least nine people, including three children ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/9-killed-in-overnight-russian-strikes-on-ukraine-a84895
Ukrainian intelligence, Security Service and Special Operations Forces are behind multiple-drone attack on 8 Russian regions – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/20/7452129/
Ukraine's Defence Intelligence chief reveals details of downing of Russian Tu-22 bomber
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452051/
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
FRONTLINE continues its coverage of the war in Ukraine, examining how thousands of Ukrainian children have been taken and held in Russian-controlled territory ... Show more www.pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/documentary/children-of-ukraine/
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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Russians advance fast because of air defence shortage at front – ISW: Due to the depletion of Ukraine’s air defences at the front, Russian aircraft are ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/20/7452098/
Memorial to Russian Sailors Lists 19 Casualties in Moskva Sinking – Reports: A memorial to Russian sailors killed during the war in Ukraine appears to show that ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/memorial-to-russian-sailors-lists-19-casualties-in-moskva-sinking-reports-a84891
Germany Arrests 2 Over Military Base Attack Plot for Russia: Two German-Russian men have been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia and planning attacks in ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/germany-arrests-2-over-military-base-attack-plot-for-russia-a84878
Russia's embassy denies spying in Germany: Two people who are said to have spied for Russia have been arrested in Germany. The Russian embassy is now making ...
stern.de/politik/russlands-botschaft-streitet-spionage-in-deutschland-ab-34641472.html
Germany arrests two for alleged military sabotage plot on behalf of Russia: Authorities have searched the homes and workplaces of the two suspects accused of ...
jpost.com/international/article-797716
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
Bayreuth: Suspected Russian spies arrested: The two German-Russians are strongly suspected of having worked for a foreign secret service in a particularly ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/bayreuth-russland-spione-verhaftung-sabotage-1.6562973
Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage
- In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.
- One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.
- A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.
- Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.
Ukraine says it shot down a Russian Backfire supersonic bomber for first time: Ukraine reports shooting down a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber for the first ...
businessinsider.com/ukraine-shoots-down-russian-tu-22m3-supersonic-bomber-first-time-2024-4
Two suspected Russian spies arrested in Germany for planned attacks: Federal prosecutors arrested two suspected Russian spies in Bavaria on Thursday on suspicion ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/two-suspected-russian-spies-arrested-in-germany-for-planned-attacks/
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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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.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 785: As the war enters its 785th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-785
Espionage and sabotage: Russia brings the war in Ukraine to Germany: The police have arrested two Russian-Germans in Bavaria. They are said to have spied on ...
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Annalena Baerbock: Foreign Minister summons Russian ambassador: Foreign Minister Baerbock has summoned the Russian ambassador. The background is the arrest of ...
t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/aussenpolitik/id_100388618/annalena-baerbock-aussenministerin-bestellt-russischen-botschafter-ein.html
Suspected Russian spies arrested in Bavaria: Police in Bayreuth, Bavaria, have arrested two suspected Russian spies. Among other things ...
focus.de/panorama/sollen-anschlaege-geplant-haben-mutmassliche-russische-spione-in-bayern-verhaftet_id_259865733.html
Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: According to ARD information, two German-Russians were arrested for preparing sabotage operations on behalf of ...
tagesschau.de/investigativ/russland-sabotage-100.html
Record Number of Russian Soldiers Convicted of Murder in 2023 – Data: A record number of Russian soldiers were convicted of murder in 2023, the ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/record-number-of-russian-soldiers-convicted-of-murder-in-2023-data-a84873
‘Stop list’: Russia sanctions ex-Victorian premier Daniel Andrews, 234 Australian state MPs
theage.com.au/world/europe/stop-list-russia-sanctions-ex-victorian-premier-daniel-andrews-234-australian-state-mps-20240418-p5fkpc.html
Two men are said to have spied on US bases and planned attacks on behalf of Russia. Apparently this was intended to undermine German support for Ukraine.
: Two men are said to have spied on US bases and planned attacks on behalf of Russia. Apparently this was intended to undermine German support for Ukraine.
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Paid articlePaid Elena Rybakina beats Marta Kostyuk 6-2, 6-2 to win Porsche Grand Prix: Elena Rybakina eased to her third title of the season with a 6-2, 6-2 win over Ukraine’s ...
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Quick Glance: Elena Rybakina Ends Swiatek's Winning Streak
- Elena Rybakina emerged victorious in Stuttgart against defending champion Iga Swiatek, securing a spot in the clay-court tournament final.
- In the final, Rybakina will face off against Ukrainian Marta Kostyuk, who overcame Wimbledon champion Marketa Vondrousova in the second semi-final.
- Rybakina now holds a 4-2 head-to-head record against four-time Grand Slam winner Swiatek and is set to compete in her fifth final of 2024 on Sunday.
- For Kostyuk, this upcoming final will mark her third career final, following her triumph in Austin last season and her runner-up finish at the San Diego Open in March.
Media: FBI questioned far-right German lawmaker over suspected Russian funding: America's Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) questioned far-right German ...
kyivindependent.com/us-fbi-german-lawmaker/
Protests in Georgia: Demonstrators attack journalists: Demonstrators in Tbilisi have attacked a journalist during protests against the so-called "Russian agents ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/17/proteste-in-georgien-demonstranten-greifen-journalisten-an
Strike on Dzhankoi airfield: Ukraine's intelligence reports hitting 4 Russian S-400 systems
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451807/
Russians targeted firefighters in Donetsk Oblast as they were putting out fire from previous attack – photo
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452043/
Russian spies detained in Bavaria: German Foreign Ministry summons Russian Ambassador
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451827/
Russian food influencer jailed for starving newborn son, feeding him only sunlight for superhuman powers
wionews.com/trending/food-influencer-jailed-for-starving-his-newborn-son-by-putting-him-on-strict-sunshine-diet-712226
ECHR rejects Russian singer Kirkorov's complaint about ban on entry into Lithuania
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451831/
Russian missiles strike Ukrainian city of Chernihiv, kill 17 people as the war approaches a critical stage
pbs.org/newshour/world/russian-missiles-strike-ukrainian-city-of-chernihiv-kill-17-people-as-the-war-approaches-a-critical-stage
11 Killed in Russian Strike on Ukraine City: A Russian strike on the northern Ukrainian city of Chernihiv Wednesday killed 11 people and 20 wounded more ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/11-killed-in-russian-strike-on-ukraine-city-a84864
Georgia's parliament approves law on 'foreign agents' in first reading: Georgia's parliament on Wednesday approved the first reading of a bill on "foreign ...
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Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Norway donating F-16s to Ukraine to allow deeper strikes into Russian territory: Norway is handing over F-16 fighter jets to Ukraine in belief that the ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-defense/3852587-norway-donating-f16s-to-ukraine-to-allow-deeper-strikes-into-russian-territory.html
EU Court Reverses EU Sanctions on Two Russian Businessmen: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project
occrp.org/en/daily/18656-eu-court-reverses-eu-sanctions-on-two-russian-businessmen
Russia Adds Theater Director Berkovich, Playwright Petriychuk to ‘Terrorists and Extremists’ List
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/15/russia-adds-theater-director-berkovich-playwright-petriychuk-to-terrorists-and-extremists-list-a84849
Russia eyes lunar nuclear energy facility in joint Moon base with China - Dailynewsegypt
dailynewsegypt.com/2024/04/16/russia-eyes-lunar-nuclear-energy-facility-in-joint-moon-base-with-china/
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