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Ukraine war: USA delivered long-range missile: The United States has supplied Kiev with longer-range ATACMS missiles. Meanwhile, Chancellor Scholz sticks to his ...
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Ukraine war: USA delivered long-range missile
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.
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Mitch McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson on aid package, criticizes Biden on Afghan withdrawal
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Quick Glance: McConnell Attributes Delay in Crucial Ukraine Aid to Tucker Carlson and Trump
  • Mitch McConnell celebrated new U.S. aid to Ukraine and blamed Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump for the delay.

  • McConnell emphasized the importance of Ukraine aid, criticized Carlson and Trump for the delay, and praised the expected passage of the bill.

  • He expressed support for Ukraine aid and highlighted the significance of supporting freedom-loving countries globally.

  • McConnell expressed optimism about the GOP Senate nominees and confidence in winning the majority to transition into the role of majority leader.
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Having exhausted the other options, the House did the right thing on Ukraine: Having exhausted all the other options, the House finally did the right thing.
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Having exhausted the other options, the House did the right thing on ...
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.
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Biden announces immediate delivery of military aid to Ukraine: After the House of Representatives and Senate approved the new military aid for Ukraine ...
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Biden announces immediate delivery of military aid to Ukraine
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Drones sent by Ukraine's SBU security service struck two Rosneft-owned oil depots in Russia's Smolensk region in an overnight attack ... Show more   www.reuters.com/world/europe/ukrainian-drones-struck-two-rosneft-oil-depots-attack-kyiv-source-says-2024-04-24/
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Ukraine will get its U.S. funding. But can that turn the tide?: Ukraine has lost precious time waiting for Congress to come to its rescue, Ukraine’s Volodymyr ...
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Ukraine will get its U.S. funding. But can that turn the tide?
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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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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Denmark to allocate around $450 million for Ukraine's reconstruction, energy sector
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Denmark to allocate around $450 million for Ukraine's reconstruction ...
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New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 billion: The Biden administration is preparing a new aid package for Ukraine that is ...
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New US military aid package to Ukraine expected to be worth around $1 ...
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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Senate approves aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, but deals blow to TikTok: The U.S. Senate approved a $95M foreign aid package to help Ukraine and Israel ...
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Senate approves aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, but deals blow to ...
Quick Glance: San Francisco's Real Estate Market in Turmoil
  • The city of San Francisco, once seen as the shining star of the West Coast, is now on the verge of collapse, with seemingly no one raising the alarm.

  • In particular, the city's housing market has been severely impacted over the past year, with prices plummeting and homeowners fleeing en masse.

  • Jamie Dimon, CEO of JPMorgan Chase, did not hold back in his comparison of San Francisco's issues to those of New York City, stating that the Bay Area is 'in far worse shape.'

  • San Francisco is failing in all aspects, leading to a quiet collapse of its housing market, where once luxurious properties are now being offered at significant discounts.
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Robert Habeck in an interview about aid to Ukraine: The US House of Representatives has voted for further aid to Ukraine. This inspires courage in Ukraine ...
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Robert Habeck in an interview about aid to Ukraine
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UK's Sunak announces raised defence spending, new Ukraine aid: WARSAW: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on Tuesday (Apr 23) announced additional funding for Ukraine ...
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UK's Sunak announces raised defence spending, new Ukraine aid
Quick Glance: Increase in UK defence spending by 2030
  • Prime Minister Rishi Sunak commits to raising spending to 2.5% of GDP, putting the defence industry on a 'war footing'.

  • Sunak emphasized the need for deeper stockpiles of munitions and quicker replenishment due to the events in the Ukraine conflict.

  • The planned increase in defence spending would require significant financial reshuffling, partly through announced measures to reduce the size of the civil service.

  • Shortly after announcing the pledge to send weapons worth 500 million pounds to Ukraine, this commitment followed.
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Russia is in third place: Ukraine war pushes global military spending to all-time high
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Russia is in third place: Ukraine war pushes global military spending to ...
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Despite US aid: Scholz confirms Taurus rejection: The Ukrainians really want the Taurus cruise missile from Germany. But the Chancellor once again reiterates his ...
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Despite US aid: Scholz confirms Taurus rejection
Quick Glance: Scholz Reaffirms Taurus Rejection Despite US Aid
  • Ukraine seeks Taurus missiles from Germany, but Chancellor Scholz reiterates rejection. Discussions are ongoing about alternative weapons for defense against Russia.

  • Despite US aid to Ukraine with ATACMS missiles, Scholz maintains his refusal of Taurus. Germany and the UK emphasize their role as key weapons suppliers to Ukraine.

  • The US Congress approved $61 billion in Ukraine aid, potentially enabling the delivery of ATACMS missiles with a range of 300 km. Discussions are underway about new types of weapons.

  • Germany and the UK are jointly planning the development of a remote-controlled howitzer for ground operations. Scholz sticks to his rejection of Taurus delivery despite the US decision.
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Sweden's defense minister doesn't rule out sending Patriots to Ukraine: Swedish Defense Minister Pal Jonson does not rule out sending Ukraine Patriot ...
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Sweden's defense minister doesn't rule out sending Patriots to ...
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Billion-dollar package: US House of Representatives approves aid for Ukraine: Republicans in the US House of Representatives have been blocking further military ...
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Billion-dollar package: US House of Representatives approves aid for ...
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WATCH: This is the moment the US House of Representatives approved a bill clearing the way for billions of dollars in funding for Ukraine.
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US House of Representatives voted for billions in aid for Ukraine: WASHINGTON. After months of blockade, the US House of Representatives has approved a ...
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US House of Representatives voted for billions in aid for Ukraine
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791 days of Ukraine war: US aid is approaching: After a long struggle, the US House of Representatives approved around 57 billion euros in aid for Ukraine ...
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791 days of Ukraine war: US aid is approaching
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Musk complains about “no war exit strategy,” Ukrainian President's Office responds - Euromaidan Press
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Musk complains about “no war exit strategy,” Ukrainian President's ...
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Budanov: Ukraine faces 'difficult situation' starting mid-May: Ukraine is about to face a "difficult" but "not catastrophic" ...
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Budanov: Ukraine faces 'difficult situation' starting mid-May
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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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NYT: Project Maven AI having mixed results on Ukraine's battlefields: Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine presented the first opportunity to test ...
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NYT: Project Maven AI having mixed results on Ukraine's battlefields
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine: This is what the new US aid package means for the course of the war
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Russia's invasion of Ukraine: This is what the new US aid package means ...
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Medvedev wishes the USA a "new civil war": Putin has made it clear that he is counting on fatigue in the West in the war of attrition with Ukraine. Nevertheless ...
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Medvedev wishes the USA a
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The Ukrainian president thanked the new US aid. The law will prevent the war from spreading, emphasized Volodimir Zelensky ... Show more   www.handelsblatt.com/politik/international/ukraine-krieg-kiew-hofft-auf-baldige-lieferung-von-militaerhilfe/100001663.html
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Ukraine Business Roundup — Business & War: The following is the April 16, 2024 edition of our Ukraine Business Roundup weekly newsletter ...
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Ukraine Business Roundup — Business & War
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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Robert Habeck wants Germany to rebuild Ukraine: A defense industry delegation from Berlin spies opportunities amid the rubble.
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Robert Habeck wants Germany to rebuild Ukraine
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According to the SIPRI report, states spent more on the military in 2023 than ever before
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According to the SIPRI report, states spent more on the military in 2023 ...
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Orbán opens EU election campaign with criticism of Brussels and Ukraine aid: According to the Hungarian Prime Minister, there is a majority in favor of war in ...
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Orbán opens EU election campaign with criticism of Brussels and Ukraine ...
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DTEK needs $350 million to rebuild power plants: Ukraine's largest private energy company, DTEK, announced on April 22 that it requires $350 million to ...
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DTEK needs $350 million to rebuild power plants
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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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How a second Trump presidency could tear Europe apart: The former president’s return would cement a shift in the U.S. as a fact that can no longer be ignored.
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How a second Trump presidency could tear Europe apart
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World defense spending reaches highest levels on record: Report: Military spending across the world last year reached the highest levels ever recorded by a major ...
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World defense spending reaches highest levels on record: Report
Quick Glance: Global Military Spending Hits Historic High in 2023
  • Global military spending hit a record high of $2.443 billion in 2023 after a 7% increase, as per a report.

  • Military expenditure rose consistently over nine years in all regions due to worsening peace and security globally.

  • Countries like Ukraine, Russia, Poland, Germany, and the UK saw significant spikes in their military spending.

  • Israel notably increased its military spending significantly due to the conflict in the Middle East, particularly a major offensive in Gaza in 2023.
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The girlfriend of a Ukrainian soldier shared a photo of her loved one before and after being captured by Russia❤️‍🩹 Olexiy participated in defending Azovstal ... Show more
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New casualty figures: Has the tank become obsolete due to a key threat in the Ukraine war?
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New casualty figures: Has the tank become obsolete due to a key threat in ...
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Londongrad forever? Why the UK may never seize Russian assets: Pledges to take Russian money to help Ukraine face a litany of legal and tactical quandaries.
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Londongrad forever? Why the UK may never seize Russian assets
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US Congress lifts blockade on Ukraine aid - 'strong signal': For Ukraine, the longed-for billions in aid from the USA is within reach. This also gives hope for ...
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US Congress lifts blockade on Ukraine aid - 'strong signal'
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Brave New Ukraine: How the World’s Most Besieged Democracy Is Adjusting to Permanent War
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Brave New Ukraine: How the World’s Most Besieged Democracy Is Adjusting to ...