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The Russian Clocks Are All Ticking: Putin is running out of time.
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The Russian Clocks Are All Ticking
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Russian forces have suffered huge losses in Ukraine. So Vladimir Putin has ordered a “partial mobilisation” to beef up his invasion force ... Show more   econ.trib.al/oBVCksJ
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Diane Francis: Putin's discriminatory conscription ploy: 'The winter will be worse for Russia than Ukraine.' Read on.
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Diane Francis: Putin's discriminatory conscription ploy
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The Russian Clocks Are All Ticking: Putin is running out of time.
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The Russian Clocks Are All Ticking
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‘No to war!’: Anger over troop conscription rages in Russia: Thousands of men of fighting age have flocked to airports and Russia’s land border crossings to ...
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‘No to war!’: Anger over troop conscription rages in Russia
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Diane Francis: Putin's discriminatory conscription ploy: 'The winter will be worse for Russia than Ukraine.' Read on.
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Diane Francis: Putin's discriminatory conscription ploy
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy signs new army draft law to boost conscription: Law obliges men to update their draft data, increases payments to volunteers and adds new ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy signs new army draft law to boost conscription
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War in Ukraine: Russia to Enlist More Hired Soldiers to Avoid Conscription: Russia is preparing to enlist more contract soldiers as it presses its invasion of ...
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War in Ukraine: Russia to Enlist More Hired Soldiers to Avoid Conscription
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Why Ukraine is losing the war with Russia: The West’s failure to send weapons to Kyiv is putting Putin on course for victory. 
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Why Ukraine is losing the war with Russia
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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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories ...
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.
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
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Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses
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Putin Urges Restraint in Call With Iran's Raisi: Russian President Vladimir Putin warned during a phone call with his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi on ...
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Putin Urges Restraint in Call With Iran's Raisi
Quick Glance: Call for Restraint: Putin Engages With Iran's Raisi
  • During a phone call with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned against further escalation in the Middle East, emphasizing the potential 'catastrophic consequences.'

  • Putin expressed the expectation for all parties to exhibit reasonable restraint to prevent a new round of confrontation that could lead to 'catastrophic consequences' for the entire region, as outlined by the Kremlin's report on the call.

  • The already tense situation in the Middle East heightened over the weekend following Iran and its allies launching over 300 missiles and drones towards Israel. Israel reported successfully intercepting 99% of the projectiles using air defense systems.

  • Moscow and Iran share strong military and political ties. The call on Tuesday was initiated at the request of the Iranian side.
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NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine: The call comes as Germany plans an ‘Immediate Action on Air Defence’ initiative to ...
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NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine
Quick Glance: NATO Urges Allies to Provide Air Defense Systems to Ukraine
  • Beijing is informed by China's president that it is not considered a security threat, as conveyed to the German chancellor.

  • Zelenskyy and his followers advocate for equal treatment: What is feasible for Israel should also apply to Ukraine.

  • The recent investigation by Brussels into Chinese wind turbines coincides with the increasing dominance of Beijing in the global market for solar panels.

  • An examination will be conducted into the impact of Chinese state subsidies on wind turbine operations in Spain, Greece, France, Romania, and Bulgaria.
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers
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Russian attack kills at least 13 in Ukraine's Chernihiv, officials say: A Russian missile attack killed at least 13 residents and damaged buildings and municipal ...
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Russian attack kills at least 13 in Ukraine's Chernihiv, officials say
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Iran-Israel: Putin tells West Asia to pull back from a catastrophic clash : President Putin has expressed hope that all sides will show reasonable restraint and ...
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Iran-Israel: Putin tells West Asia to pull back from a catastrophic clash
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Nepotism in Russia: Former fellow student of Putin's appointed Chief Justice: The Russian judiciary will now be led by an old companion of the Kremlin leader ...
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Nepotism in Russia: Former fellow student of Putin's appointed Chief ...
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Trump: What's going on in Israel could end up in a world war: "We have a little less than seven months now until November 5, but that's an ...
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Trump: What's going on in Israel could end up in a world war
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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CIA chief warns Ukraine could lose war in 2024 without fresh aid: The CIA chief warned Thursday that Ukraine could lose the war to Russia by the end of this year ...
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CIA chief warns Ukraine could lose war in 2024 without fresh aid
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Putin ready to negotiate - under conditions: Putin said Russia could negotiate with Ukraine to end the war if no "ideas are imposed" on it.
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Putin ready to negotiate - under conditions
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Kremlin says US aid will not help Ukraine on battlefield: Russia said Thursday that fresh US aid for Ukraine will not change anything on the battlefield ...
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Kremlin says US aid will not help Ukraine on battlefield
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Ukraine Can Win Its War Against Russia If West Supports It as Much as Israel: The contrast between Western allies’ response to Iran's missile attacks and ...
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Ukraine Can Win Its War Against Russia If West Supports It as Much as ...
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IMF Raises Russia’s Growth Forecast for 2024: The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has upgraded its forecast for Russia’s economic growth in 2024 ...
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IMF Raises Russia’s Growth Forecast for 2024
Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
  • The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.

  • IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.

  • While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.

  • Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List: Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of late Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny ...
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List
Quick Glance: The Legacy of Alexei Navalny: An Interview with Yulia Navalnaya
  • The sudden death of Alexei Navalny has shaken a revolutionary movement and deeply affected his family and friends.

  • Yulia Navalnaya continues her husband's commitment to fight against Putin's regime.

  • She discusses the tragedy, her decision to lead the opposition movement, and the ongoing threat posed by the regime.

  • The Russian opposition unites around the memory of Alexei Navalny and the struggle for a democratic Russia.
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Russia begins to withdraw its peacekeeper forces from Karabakh: The region is now under the full control of Azerbaijan after a brief conflict last year.
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Russia begins to withdraw its peacekeeper forces from Karabakh
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The "cannon fodder" of tomorrow: war museums prepare Russian schoolchildren for an early death
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Russia claims to have neutralised 20 drones and 2 missiles : Russia said that it had intercepted 20 drones and two ballistic missiles on Thursday (April 18) ...
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Russia claims to have neutralised 20 drones and 2 missiles
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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...
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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks
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Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat against Russia would lead to WW3
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Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat ...
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Putin's secret war with Austria: The new Cold War has long since begun. Russia wants to undermine the West politically, militarily and economically ...
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Putin's secret war with Austria
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Peace conference as a "freak show": Russia's President regrets that his country was not invited to Switzerland. Putin: "It would be funny if it weren't so sad" ...
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Peace conference as a
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Putin Fan Russell Bentley Abducted in Ukraine—Allegedly by Russian Troops: Russell Bentley’s wife says he was snatched by Russian soldiers, and now his friends ...
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Putin Fan Russell Bentley Abducted in Ukraine—Allegedly by Russian Troops
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Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban
  • Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

  • Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

  • Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

  • The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.
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Macron's double game: France imports Russian LNG like no other: France is taking a hard line in the Ukraine war, but at the same time is increasing its imports ...
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Macron's double game: France imports Russian LNG like no other
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Now official: France invites Russia to commemorate the World War: France invites Russia to commemorate the Normandy landings 80 years ago. But Vladimir Putin ...
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Now official: France invites Russia to commemorate the World War
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“A Stalemate and Attritional Grind”: Journalist Luke Mogelson on 2 Years of Russia’s War in Ukraine
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“A Stalemate and Attritional Grind”: Journalist Luke Mogelson on 2 Years ...
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Kyiv Says Eastern Front ‘Deteriorated’ as Russia Claims Village: Ukraine's commander-in-chief Oleksandr Syrsky said Saturday the situation on the eastern front ...
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Kyiv Says Eastern Front ‘Deteriorated’ as Russia Claims Village
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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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Zelensky condemns attack on Israel: Ukraine also knows the horror of Iranian terror drones
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Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
  • President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.

  • Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.

  • Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.

  • US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
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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 ...
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Kremlin Slams France’s Seizure of Russia-Linked Villa
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Iran attacks Israel: Iranian president calls Putin : From Russia where the Kremlin says Iran's President has called Vladimir Putin to discuss the attack on ...
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Iran attacks Israel: Iranian president calls Putin
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Russia to Hire Contract Soldiers in Bid to Avoid Unpopular Draft: Russia is preparing to enlist more contract soldiers as it tries to avoid a new mass call-up ...
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Russia to Hire Contract Soldiers in Bid to Avoid Unpopular Draft