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Exclusive: PepsiCo ends Pepsi, 7UP production in Russia months after promising halt over Ukraine
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Exclusive: PepsiCo ends Pepsi, 7UP production in Russia months after promising halt over Ukraine
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China warns Antony Blinken US must choose between ‘co-operation or confrontation’
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Quick Glance: China warns US to Choose Cooperation or Confrontation with Antony Blinken
- Blinken expected to demand Beijing cease support for Russia
- Tensions rise over accusations of China aiding Russia in Ukraine
- US accused of hindering Chinese industrial growth through export controls
- US and China seek to stabilize relations before US election campaign
US secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine: Biden had previously held back Atacms system out of fears of escalating war with Russia
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
EU Weighs Sanctions on Russian LNG Projects, Transshipments: The European Union is discussing with member states proposals to sanction key Russian liquefied ...
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abortion - the Soviet and Russian means of family planning: Russia is losing people - also because of the war in Ukraine. Putin wants women to have eight ...
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Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
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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.
Russia Reduces LNG Forecasts As Western Sanctions Delay Arctic Projects: The latest Russian forecasts for liquefied natural gas suggest that officials do not ...
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Venezuela Is Setting the Stage for a $154 Billion Debt Restructuring: After years of fits and starts, Venezuela is setting the stage for one of the largest and ...
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Suspicion of Russian financing: AfD politician Bystron is said to have complained about the denomination of the banknotes
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Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Financing: AfD Politician Bystron's Alleged Complaints Over Cash Denominations
- New evidence suggests that AfD politician Petr Bystron may have received money from Russia.
- The Czech government exposed an influence operation involving the flow of money to pro-Russian politicians.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from Artem Martschewskyj, an associate of Vladimir Putin.
- Incriminating audio recordings and video surveillance indicate that Bystron may have accepted money.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Europe Worried About the Risks of War: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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Sweden Calls for Ban of Russian LNG Ahead of EU Meeting: The EU continues to inch towards a comprehensive ban of Russian liquefied natural gas ...
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Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse
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Exclusive: China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
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Ukraine aid package could help Kyiv slow Russia’s advance: The new aid package keeps Ukraine in the fight and the negotiating table at bay ...
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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 would lose a war with NATO, Poland warns: “It is not we, the West, who should fear a clash with Putin, but the other way around ...
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Quick Glance: Poland's Assertive Stance in Europe Amid Russian Threat
- Poland's foreign minister urged NATO to increase defense readiness and expressed the desire for central decision-making in the EU amidst the Ukraine conflict.
- Sikorski highlighted the benefits of EU membership and emphasized Poland's goal to be part of the countries shaping Europe, not defending against it.
- He praised French President Macron's support for Ukraine and called for more military aid from Paris, while condemning Russia's attempts to create conflict between Poland and Ukraine.
- Sikorski underlined the West's superiority in case of a Russian attack and criticized the previous government's policies, aiming to restore Poland's international standing and democratic norms.
Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends: Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on Ukraine
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Russian court orders seizure of $440mn from JPMorgan: Move follows lawsuit from state-owned bank VTB to ‘recover losses’ from America’s largest lender
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Russia says will target NATO nuclear weapons in Poland if they are deployed : Russia will make NATO nuclear weapons in Poland one of its primary targets if they ...
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Von Notz in the Bundestag: "AfD is a shame for our country": Fierce exchange of blows in the Bundestag: The Greens are attacking the AfD head-on because of ...
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Quick Glance: AfD and Espionage: Intense Debate in Bundestag
- The Greens criticize the AfD for contacts with Russia and China.
- Von Notz calls the AfD a disgrace and anti-democratic.
- Faeser warns of espionage and criticizes the AfD objectively.
- Employee of AfD's lead candidate Krah arrested for espionage.
US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kiev has credible intelligence that Russia plans to disrupt ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/25/us-secretly-sent-long-range-atacms-missiles-to-ukraine
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.
China’s Putin Ties Risk Relations With EU, Top Diplomat Says: China needs to take a stand over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rein in its enormous trade ...
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Russian media: Russian deputy defense minister detained for bribery stripped of his position, assets
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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.
Media: German building materials firm Knauf to withdraw from Russia: The German producer of building materials Knauf said it is ceasing its operations in Russia ...
kyivindependent.com/german-building-materials-firm-knauf-announces-withdrawal-from-russia/
India Grants Marine Insurance Approval for Russian Firms: India has granted marine insurance approval to four Russian firms, adding impetus to Moscow’s efforts ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-25/india-grants-marine-insurance-approval-for-russian-firms
Russia vetoes US-backed UN resolution to ban nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a United Nations resolution that would ban the use of nuclear ...
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U.S. Secretly Shipped New Long-Range Missiles to Ukraine: Ukrainian forces for the first time used a longer-range version of weapons known as ATACMS ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/24/us/us-ukraine-russia-missiles.html
Money from Russia, espionage for China?: The patriotic journeymen of the AfD: Patriotism is different: Germany's far right looks up to the autocrats of this ...
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Kim Jong Un Tests New North Korea Rockets to Strike Seoul, Perhaps Sell to Putin: Leader Kim Jong Un oversaw tests of a new North Korean rocket system that could ...
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Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping arms race in outer space: The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.
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Remembering Sergei Parajanov, the Bard of the Caucasus: The revered Armenian cinema auteur both embodied the region’s ethnic and cultural diversity and sought to ...
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German spycatchers raise game against China and Russia: Recent arrests only ‘tip of the iceberg’, with hundreds more operatives believed to be ‘up to mischief’ ...
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Russian court rejects new appeal by US reporter Evan Gershkovich: A Russian court on Tuesday rejected the latest in a series of appeals by Wall Street Journal ...
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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.
Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Europe Worried About the Risks of War: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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MEPs call to seize Russia’s hundreds of billions in frozen assets: Lawmakers want to see more support for Ukraine as US and UK counterparts advance.
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/23/meps-call-to-seize-russias-hundreds-of-billions-in-frozen-assets
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.
U.S. Confirms It Sent Missiles With 300-Kilometer Range To Ukraine: The U.S. State Department confirmed on April 24 that the United States sent long-range ...
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European Commission proposes sanctions against ships transporting equipment from North Korea to Russia – Reuters
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Lavrov Says Russia, China Almost Dedollarized Their Trade: Tass: Russia and China have almost completely stopped using the dollar in their mutual trade ...
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Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt: An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has ...
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Russian spy sentenced to 2.5 years in Poland: The District Court in the Polish city of Gdansk sentenced a Russian citizen accused of espionage on behalf of ...
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Ukraine is putting pressure on fighting-age men outside the country as it tries to replenish forces
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Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first foreign trip ...
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Moscow: Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov accused of corruption: Timur Ivanov is alleged to have accepted massive bribes. The deputy Sergei Shoigus has now been ...
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Russia’s Economy Is So Resilient, It Risks Overheating: I’m Chris Anstey, a senior editor in Boston, and today we’re looking at Russian economic resilience ...
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US accuses China of backing Russia’s invasion of Ukraine: Beijing is “picking a side” and can’t claim to be neutral any more, the US ambassador to NATO tells ...
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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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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.
Russia stands alone in vetoing UN resolution on nuclear weapons in space: "The United States assesses that Russia is developing a new satellite carrying a ...
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/no-surprise-russia-vetoes-un-resolution-reaffirming-ban-on-nukes-in-space/
North Korea Stokes Arms Concerns by Sending a Rare Delegation to Iran: North Korea sent its highest-level delegation to Iran in about five years as the US raised ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Nicaragua's genocide lawsuit: Is Putin behind it?: Nicaragua's lawsuit against Germany at the International Court of Justice could lead to Russia ...
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Russia Energy Sites on Fire After Drone Attacks – Governor: Energy sites in Russia's western Smolensk region were in flames on Wednesday after being hit by ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/24/russia-energy-sites-on-fire-after-drone-attacks-governor-a84939
Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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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.
Ukraine War: Zelenskiy Says Aid Gives Ukraine the Means to Retake Initiative: New US support gives Ukraine the potential to retake the initiative in its fight ...
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Ukraine refuses to confirm Russia claims of exchange of 48 children : Russia on Wednesday (Apr 24) announced a deal with Ukraine to exchange almost 50 children ...
wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-to-exchange-48-children-claims-moscow-kyiv-refuses-to-confirm-714748
Reuters: Satellite imagery shows ship likely used to transfer North Korean arms to Russia docked in Chinese port
kyivindependent.com/reuters-satellite-imagery-shows-ship-likely-used-to-transfer-north-korean-arms-to-russia-docked-in-chinese-port/
Billions in support against Russia: Zelenskyi thanks the USA for "vital help": The US Senate has approved a new aid package for Ukraine. The first deliveries are ...
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UK anticipates Ukraine will escalate long-range strikes on Russia: The UK Defence Chief, Admiral Sir Tony Radakin asserts that Ukraine will increase the number ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/25/7452880/
Quick Glance: Ukraine to Increase Strikes in Russia, UK Defense Chief Says
- Ukraine is set to increase long-range attacks inside Russia to shape the war with western military aid.
- Admiral Sir Tony Radakin highlighted positive trends in the support for Ukraine.
- The US dropped reservations about providing long-range missiles to Ukraine.
- The UK has increased its commitment to Ukraine's defense and signed long-term contracts with defense industry suppliers.
The China-Russia trade friendship may not be quite what you think: Commercial ties between the two powers appear to be catching up from an abnormally low base
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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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Siberian Teen Jailed 3.5 Years for Anti-War Posts, Graffiti: A teenager from the Siberian city of Chita has been sentenced to 3.5 years in prison for anti-war ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/25/siberian-teen-jailed-35-years-for-anti-war-posts-graffiti-a84960
Meta comms chief handed six year Russian prison sentence for 'justifying terrorism'
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Russian priest suspended after presiding over Navalny's funeral: The document posted on the website of the Moscow City Diocese did not give an official ...
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Hugo Boss to sell its Russian subsidiary: Along with many other Western companies, Hugo Boss suspended its retail operations in Russia after the beginning of the ...
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Sorokin novel: Systematically censored contemporary literature in Russia: The publishing house Eksmo-AST wants to remove the last part of Vladimir Sorokin's ...
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Blinken to warn China over weapons-related exports to Russia: Washington considers sanctions on Chinese financial institutions, according to people familiar with ...
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Quick Glance: Blinken to issue warning to China over weapons-related exports to Russia
- Antony Blinken will warn China of US sanctions if it does not cease exporting weapons-related technology to Russia.
- The US has recently intensified its warnings to China, emphasizing that China is undermining European security by supplying Russia with dual-use technologies.
- Blinken will visit China from April 24 to 26 and address the issue in meetings with Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi.
- The US hopes the threat of sanctions will prompt China to change its policy, while also pushing European countries to take action.
Chechen leader Kadyrov suffering from pancreatic necrosis, says Russian media outlet
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Quick Glance: Ramsan Kadyrow: Rumors of Illness and Political Implications
- Speculation around Ramsan Kadyrow's health raises concerns as he is a key ally of Putin in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow and Putin share a long history dating back to the Second Chechen War.
- Kadyrow faces allegations of corruption and authoritarianism, while playing a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow's health could destabilize the power structure in Chechnya, given his regime's strong reliance on him personally.
War in Ukraine: US Military Assistance Could Come Soon After House Vote: Ukrainian authorities were jubilant at the approval in the US House of more than $60 ...
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Remembering Sergei Parajanov, the Bard of the Caucasus: The revered Armenian cinema auteur both embodied the region’s ethnic and cultural diversity and sought to ...
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Russia, Ukraine to exchange displaced children in Qatar-brokered deal: Russia and Ukraine have agreed in a Qatari-brokered deal to exchange almost 50 children ...
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Reuters: Next round of EU sanctions on Russia to target shadow fleet, ships transporting North Korean equipment
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Russia Denies Plans to Ban Passport Renewals Abroad: Russia on Thursday denied reports that it was considering barring its own citizens from renewing passports ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/25/russia-denies-plans-to-ban-passport-renewals-abroad-a84958
Russia War: Poland Ready to Help Ukraine Return Conscription-Age Men Home: Poland’s defense chief said the country is prepared to assist Ukraine in getting ...
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Quick Glance: Poland and Lithuania Support Ukraine in Repatriating Men Fit for Battle
- Kyiv requires hundreds of thousands more soldiers to combat Russia
- Poland and Lithuania pledge to aid Ukraine in repatriating its men of fighting age
- An estimated 200,000 Ukrainian men in Poland have fled the conflict
- Ukraine suspended consular services for military-aged men abroad to facilitate their return
Poland’s Allure for Tajikistan’s Exiles: Despite recent right-wing populist rule, Warsaw has become a base for the Central Asian country’s refugees and political ...
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Quick Glance: Poland's Appeal for Tajikistan's Exiles
- Asliddin Sherzamonov sought refuge from Tajikistan's oppression in Russia and then in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
- The Pamiri minority from Tajikistan found sanctuary in Poland due to its liberal visa rules and proximity to Germany.
- Sherzamonov and other Pamiris in Poland work against the Rahmon regime while preserving their culture and traditions.
- Tajik opposition activities have established in Poland to counter Rahmon's rule and plan a democratic future for the country.
The West Is Stronger than Russia. It Must Prove that to Win Ukraine More Allies: Opinion | Since the beginning of the war, Ukraine has been tasked with securing ...
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Russia Blocks US Bid to Reaffirm Nuclear-Arms Ban in Space: Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that would have reaffirmed a global ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-04-25-russia-blocks-us-bid-to-reaffirm-nuclear-arms-ban-in-space/
46,000 UK flights experience navigation problems as Russia jams GPS – The Sun: Flights to and from the UK have been affected by the jamming of the Global ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/23/7452468/
Emmanuel Macron warns Europe could die calling for stronger defence: Emmanuel Macron warns Europe could die calling for stronger defence
wionews.com/world/emmanuel-macron-warns-europe-could-die-calling-for-stronger-defence-714981
Quick Glance: Macron Calls for Stronger European Defense
- Macron urged Europe to adopt a credible defense strategy less dependent on the US.
- He warned that Europe was not adequately prepared to face global threats like Russia's war in Ukraine.
- Emphasizing European sovereignty, Macron called for autonomy in defense and the economy.
- He advocated for a revision of EU trade policy, prioritizing European suppliers for military equipment.
Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
extremetech.com/computing/russia-is-working-on-a-128-core-supercomputing-platform-report
Finally, America’s Congress does right by Ukraine: Disaster has been dodged. But the political malaise that delayed the Ukraine funding bill remains
economist.com/leaders/2024/04/20/finally-americas-congress-does-right-by-ukraine
Russia-Ukraine war | Kyiv using long-range missile against Moscow : In a surprise move, Ukraine and its allies think they could help change the tide of the war ...
wionews.com/videos/russia-ukraine-war-kyiv-using-long-range-missile-against-moscow-714850
Russia Raises 2024 Growth Forecast as Economy Weathers Sanctions: Russia’s Economy Ministry raised its 2024 growth forecast despite mounting sanctions over ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/russia-raises-2024-growth-forecast-as-economy-weathers-sanctions
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