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Blinken to counter Russian charm offensive in Africa - Africa - World: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel next month to South Africa ...
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Africa: Blinken to Visit South Africa, DR Congo and Rwanda: U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to three African countries from August 7 to 12 ...
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Africa: Blinken to Visit South Africa, DR Congo and Rwanda
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Russia Vies for Influence in Africa - Blinken to Make 2nd Visit: Days after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavlov toured four African capitals and Fench ...
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Blinken to counter Russian charm offensive in Africa - Africa - World: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel next month to South Africa ...
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Africa: Blinken to Visit South Africa, DR Congo and Rwanda: U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will travel to three African countries from August 7 to 12 ...
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Africa: Blinken to Visit South Africa, DR Congo and Rwanda
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Russia Vies for Influence in Africa - Blinken to Make 2nd Visit: Days after Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavlov toured four African capitals and Fench ...
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Russia Vies for Influence in Africa - Blinken to Make 2nd Visit
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Ukraine claims to shoot down Russian bomber, though Moscow denies: Ukraine says it shot down a strategic Russian bomber on Friday, but Russia counters the plane ...
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Ukraine claims to shoot down Russian bomber, though Moscow denies
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed: An American political magazine reconstructs the Istanbul meetings just a few weeks after the start of the war ...
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed
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.
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Zelenskyy to US: Iran’s attack on Israel is ‘wake-up call’ to fortify America’s allies
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Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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Russian athletes in limbo as Moscow weighs neutral label at Paris Olympics: With 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics, it’s still not clear whether any ...
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Russian athletes in limbo as Moscow weighs neutral label at Paris Olympics
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CIA director warns Ukraine could lose war with Russia by the end of the year unless US sends more aid
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CIA director warns Ukraine could lose war with Russia by the end of the ...
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.
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Russia But Not Putin Invited To French D-Day Anniversary – Organizers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June to ...
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Russia But Not Putin Invited To French D-Day Anniversary – Organizers
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US says Russia’s arms trade with North Korea violates sanctions: The US ambassador to the United Nations said Russia’s arms trade with North Korea breaches ...
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US says Russia’s arms trade with North Korea violates sanctions
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Russia on a mission to capture Chasiv Yar, at least 17 killed in Ukraine's Chernihiv#RussiaUkraineWar #UkraineWar
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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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The Five Futures of Russia: And How America Can Prepare for Whatever Comes ...
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Scholz says he asked Xi to 'put pressure on Russia' to end invasion
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
  • Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.

  • China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.

  • Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.

  • Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
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Blinken Hasn't Ended Aid for Israeli Military Units Tied to Killings, Rapes | Common Dreams
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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 ...
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Russia is bombing Ukraine into darkness — and leaving Europe short of ...
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many Different Levels’
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Blinken Has Not Sanctioned Israeli Units Linked to Killings, Rapes Despite Staff Recommendations
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US warns China not to aid Russia's war efforts | Blinken to raise concerns during China visit
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Germany to send new missiles to Ukraine as army struggles on eastern front: Germany says it will hand over Patriot air defence system and missiles ...
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Germany to send new missiles to Ukraine as army struggles on eastern front
Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
  • The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.

  • Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.

  • Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.

  • Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
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Russian Peacekeepers Withdrawing From Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin Confirms: The Kremlin confirmed Azerbaijani media reports on Wednesday that Russian peacekeepers ...
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Russian Peacekeepers Withdrawing From Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin Confirms
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Russia Urges ‘Restraint’ After Iranian Attack on Israel: Russia on Sunday urged all sides to "show restraint" after Iran launched an unprecedented missile and ...
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Russia Urges ‘Restraint’ After Iranian Attack on Israel
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China helping Moscow in biggest military expansion since Soviet times, US says
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Ukraine warns it lacked missiles to protect power plant from Russian attack: The Trypilska thermal power station, a major electricity supplier to Kyiv region ...
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Ukraine warns it lacked missiles to protect power plant from Russian ...
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My Hometown Belgorod Is Under Near-Daily Attack. But Russia Has Forgotten Us: Opinion | After two years of war between Russia and Ukraine, what inhabitants of ...
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My Hometown Belgorod Is Under Near-Daily Attack. But Russia Has Forgotten ...
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Why Trump ‘hates Ukraine’: The once and possibly future U.S. president blames the country for his political woes.
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Why Trump ‘hates Ukraine’
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Russia Halts Flights to Israel, Jordan, Iran Following Attack on Israel: Russia has suspended flights to Israel, Jordan and Iraq after Tehran launched an ...
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Russia Halts Flights to Israel, Jordan, Iran Following Attack on Israel
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US Says Russia’s Arms Trade With North Korea Violates Sanctions: The US ambassador to the United Nations said Russia’s arms trade with North Korea breaches ...
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US Says Russia’s Arms Trade With North Korea Violates Sanctions
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Blinken to Jewish leaders: Escalation with Iran is not in U.S. or Israel's interests
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Russian Shelling Kills 4 in Ukraine's Donetsk Region: Russian shelling killed four people in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region, authorities said Monday ...
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Russian Shelling Kills 4 in Ukraine's Donetsk Region
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Dictatorships have never been closer — it's time for democracies to do the same: A shift in policy towards authoritarian countries, primarily regarding China and ...
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Dictatorships have never been closer — it's time for democracies to do the ...
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US says China is boosting Russia's war machine in Ukraine: China is backing Russia's war effort in Ukraine by helping Moscow in its biggest military buildup ...
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US says China is boosting Russia's war machine in Ukraine
Quick Glance: China Supports Russia in Weapons Manufacturing with Impact on Ukraine
  • China is aiding Russia in significantly expanding its defense industrial base, leading to the most ambitious military manufacturing since the Soviet era. The support includes a variety of machine tools, drone and turbojet engines, as well as technologies for cruise missiles, microelectronics, and nitrocellulose used in weapons propellant. Chinese and Russian entities are also collaborating on drone production in Russia.

  • The assistance from China is significantly influencing Russia's ability to continue its assault on Ukraine, while Ukraine's military struggles with equipment shortages, exacerbated by Republicans blocking a vote on new American military aid. US officials attribute Russia's rapid military build-up largely to Chinese support, with China accounting for 90% of Russia's microelectronics imports in 2023.

  • President Biden and Secretary of State Blinken have raised concerns about China's support for Russia's defense industrial base and are trying to persuade China to cease this practice. Pressure on China continues to ensure that companies do not provide support to the Russian defense sector, which could have significant consequences.

  • China is assisting Russia in enhancing its satellite and space capabilities for use in Ukraine. The US is actively engaging with banks worldwide to establish compliance systems to avoid inadvertent involvement in supporting the Russian defense industrial base, which would result in sanctions. Efforts to convince China to halt this support are ongoing to prevent further bolstering of Russia's military capabilities.
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Russia Arrests Four Accused of Helping Ukraine Army: Russia arrested four people Wednesday, accusing them of sending money to Ukrainian armed forces and planning ...
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Russia Arrests Four Accused of Helping Ukraine Army
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Putin and Xi’s Unholy Alliance: Why the West Won’t Be Able to Drive a Wedge Between Russia and China
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Putin and Xi’s Unholy Alliance: Why the West Won’t Be Able to Drive a ...
Quick Glance: Hong Kong Denies Entry to Press Freedom Advocate
  • Reporters Without Borders reported that a representative of the organization was deported from Hong Kong upon arrival on Wednesday.

  • Aleksandra Bielakowska, a representative of Reporters Without Borders based in Taiwan, was detained for six hours at Hong Kong International Airport and then deported without explanation.

  • Bielakowska traveled to Hong Kong to meet with journalists and monitor the trial of media tycoon Jimmy Lai, who faces possible life imprisonment for national security offenses.

  • Hong Kong has witnessed a significant decline in press freedom in recent years, ranking 140th out of 180 countries and territories in Reporters Without Borders' 2023 World Press Freedom Index.
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Russia Sends Instructors, Air Defense System to Niger: Russian military instructors have arrived in Niger with an air defense system and other equipment as part ...
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Russia Sends Instructors, Air Defense System to Niger
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Chancellor: Moscow used spy in attempt to undermine democracy in Austria: Moscow attempted to undermine the democratic political process in Austria using a ...
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Chancellor: Moscow used spy in attempt to undermine democracy in Austria
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The World Missed the Warning of 2014 Ukraine Invasion: Opinion | Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24 2022 deserves a place in history books for ...
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The World Missed the Warning of 2014 Ukraine Invasion
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Ukraine War: Strikes on Power Plant, Kharkiv Stoke Fears of Russian Breakthrough: Russia’s missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy system, the bombardment of its ...
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Ukraine War: Strikes on Power Plant, Kharkiv Stoke Fears of Russian ...
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Telegram platform to hit 1 bln users within year, founder says: The Telegram messaging app, one of the most popular social media platforms in Ukraine and Russia ...
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Telegram platform to hit 1 bln users within year, founder says
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Moscow suggests 2022 draft document as a basis for future Ukraine peace talks: Putin said Russia could negotiate with Ukraine to end the war if there are no ...
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Moscow suggests 2022 draft document as a basis for future Ukraine peace ...
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Russia's prized S-400 launchers blasted in Crimea strike, Ukraine says: Moscow's much-celebrated S-400 is considered to be the Russian equivalent of the US-made ...
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Russia's prized S-400 launchers blasted in Crimea strike, Ukraine says
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Ukraine Will Become NATO Member, Predicts Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General: As NATO approaches its 75th anniversary, the military alliance faces an ...
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Ukraine Will Become NATO Member, Predicts Former NATO Deputy ...
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Ukraine Denies Attacking Russian-Held Nuclear Plant: Ukraine on Monday accused Moscow of spreading "fake" information after Russian officials said a Ukrainian ...
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Ukraine Denies Attacking Russian-Held Nuclear Plant
Quick Glance: Drone Detonation Reported at Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant
  • According to the notification sent to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), a drone explosion occurred on the premises of the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant on April 7.

  • The IAEA's observations suggest a consistent detonation, as mentioned in a post on X.

  • No information was disclosed regarding the party responsible for launching the drone.