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No let-up in hostilities in Ukraine despite prisoner swap: KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian missile strikes in the southern city of Zaporizhzha left one person dead ...
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No let-up in hostilities in Ukraine despite prisoner swap
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No let-up in hostilities in Ukraine despite prisoner swap: KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Russian missile strikes in the southern city of Zaporizhzha left one person dead ...
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No let-up in hostilities in Ukraine despite prisoner swap
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Ukraine updates: Biden signs US military aid bill : US President Joe Biden has signed legislation authorizing the long-awaited release of much-needed military ...
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Ukraine updates: Biden signs US military aid bill
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
  • President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

  • Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

  • The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

  • Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
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Europe—but Not NATO—Should Send Troops to Ukraine: To Halt Russia’s Advance, Kyiv Needs More Boots on the Ground
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Europe—but Not NATO—Should Send Troops to Ukraine: To Halt Russia’s ...
Quick Glance: Refugees Flee Violence in Southeastern Myanmar
  • Thousands of people from Myanmar’s Kayin (Karen) State have fled to Thailand to escape the fighting between the junta and ethnic Karen troops.

  • The Karen National Liberation Army (KNLA) captured the last military outpost in Myawaddy, leading to retreat and reinforcement by junta forces.

  • The battles intensified, causing an influx of refugees crossing the Moei River into Thailand, with Thai authorities offering humanitarian aid.

  • Thailand is fortifying its border defenses and providing assistance to refugees as the situation remains tense along the border.
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Biden Signs Ukraine Aid Package, Says Weapons Shipments To Start In Coming Hours: U.S. President Joe Biden has signed a long-delayed military aid package hours ...
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Biden Signs Ukraine Aid Package, Says Weapons Shipments To Start In Coming ...
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Ukraine aid bill finally passes the House – what happens next?: After months of political wrangling in Congress, frustration in Kyiv and a deteriorating ...
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Ukraine aid bill finally passes the House – what happens next?
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.
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With New U.S. Aid, Ukraine Looks To Stabilize The Line, Seize The Initiative: The impending passage of $60 billion in U.S. aid for Ukraine could help the ...
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With New U.S. Aid, Ukraine Looks To Stabilize The Line, Seize The ...
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WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package: Onlookers waved to legislators, including Senator Tom Carper, who recalled meeting with the ...
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WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package
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Ukraine deploys US long-range missiles for first time: Kyiv has been calling for the long-range system following mounting Russian attacks in the south and east.
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Ukraine deploys US long-range missiles for first time
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ISW: Russia attempting to create 'outsized panic' in Kharkiv, force 'mass exodus' of civilians
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ISW: Russia attempting to create 'outsized panic' in Kharkiv ...
Quick Glance: Russian Attack Causes Destruction of TV Tower in Kharkiv
  • A television tower in Kharkiv was ripped in two by a Russian missile strike on Monday, described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a deliberate attempt by Moscow to make the second largest city in Ukraine uninhabitable.

  • Impressive footage showed the main mast of the tower breaking off and collapsing in the city, which has been under missile and drone attacks for weeks.

  • Zelenskyy briefed US President Joe Biden about the airstrike that occurred shortly before their conversation.

  • The Service for State Special Communications reported partial damage to the tower's structure, resulting in a temporary loss of television signal. Efforts are underway to restore it, with residents advised to use cable, online TV, or radio if they lack a digital TV signal.
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Russia Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov arrested for alleged bribery, faces 15 years in jail if convicted
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Russia Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov arrested for alleged bribery ...
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.
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US House approves bill to transfer seized Russian assets to Ukraine: The U.S. House of Representatives on April 20 passed a bill that would allow the seizure and ...
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US House approves bill to transfer seized Russian assets to Ukraine
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Ukraine aid bill finally passes the House – what happens next?: After months of political wrangling in Congress, frustration in Kyiv and a deteriorating ...
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Ukraine aid bill finally passes the House – what happens next?
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Source: Ukrainian drones strike Russian energy facilities overnight: Ukrainian special services, together with the military, orchestrated a large-scale drone ...
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Source: Ukrainian drones strike Russian energy facilities overnight
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Ukraine war latest: US House passes $61 billion in aid for Ukraine; Navy confirms Russian ship hit in Sevastopol
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Ukraine war latest: US House passes $61 billion in aid for Ukraine; Navy ...
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The GOP’s Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.: Once U.S. money starts flowing again, the dynamics of the war will change.
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The GOP’s Pro-Russia Caucus Lost. Now Ukraine Has to Win.
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Russia attacks 4 communities in Sumy Oblast: Russian forces struck four communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast in seven separate attacks ...
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Russia attacks 4 communities in Sumy Oblast
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Russia sentences Meta spokesperson in absentia for 'justifying terrorism'
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Russia sentences Meta spokesperson in absentia for 'justifying ...
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Russian man jailed for 10 years over railway sabotage, treason: Since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, what were previously treated as ...
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Russian man jailed for 10 years over railway sabotage, treason
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50K Russian Soldiers Confirmed Killed in Ukraine – Independent Tally: Over 50,000 Russian soldiers have been confirmed killed in Ukraine since the start of the ...
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50K Russian Soldiers Confirmed Killed in Ukraine – Independent Tally
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Ukraine launches drone attacks targeting Russian energy infrastructure, Ukraine special services source says
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Ukraine launches drone attacks targeting Russian energy infrastructure ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy expresses gratitude to Biden, says deal on ATACMS in place: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday he expressed gratitude to ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy expresses gratitude to Biden, says deal on ATACMS in ...
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Ukraine war latest: Russian missile launchers, radar stations destroyed in Crimea, Ukraine ups production of Bohdana howitzers
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Ukraine war latest: Russian missile launchers, radar stations destroyed in ...
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Russian forces attack 5 communities in Sumy Oblast, injuring 4: Russian forces attacked five communities in Ukraine's northeastern Sumy Oblast ...
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Russian forces attack 5 communities in Sumy Oblast, injuring 4
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Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for quick transfer of arms : Ukrainian president Zelensky expressed gratitude to the US House of Representatives passed a bill ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: Zelensky calls for quick transfer of arms
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many Different Levels’
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many ...
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Sources: HUR confirms attack on Russian bomber factory in Tatarstan: A factory in Russia's Tatarstan producing bomber aircraft for the Russian military was ...
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Sources: HUR confirms attack on Russian bomber factory in Tatarstan
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ISW: Russia may shift to attacking Ukraine's transportation systems: "Russian forces may shift their target set to hit Ukrainian transportation ...
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ISW: Russia may shift to attacking Ukraine's transportation systems
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US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine: The Defense Department announced a $1 billion package for Ukraine shortly after President Biden on Wednesday signed ...
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US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine
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UN rep condemns Russian attack on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast: The UN's humanitarian coordinator in Ukraine, Denise Brown, issued a statement condemning the ...
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UN rep condemns Russian attack on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast
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Sergeant Petrichenko’s posthumous victory: Ukraine bans gambling in the army: The initiative of a soldier and activist who died in combat led to a presidential ...
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Sergeant Petrichenko’s posthumous victory: Ukraine bans gambling in the ...
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‘Double-tap’ attack. Understanding one of Russia’s cruelest tactics in Ukraine: Hitting a building, waiting for first responders and the media to arrive ...
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‘Double-tap’ attack. Understanding one of Russia’s cruelest tactics in ...
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Zelensky confirms Ukraine struck Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea: Ukrainian forces carried out an attack early on April 17 against a Russian ...
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Zelensky confirms Ukraine struck Russian military airfield in occupied ...