highest federal executive body in the Russian Federation, headed by the Prime Minister
The Baltic balancing act over the threat from Russia: Fears grow in the region that Putin could test Nato’s resolve with provocations or the ‘nightmare scenario’ ...
ft.com/content/2047a8d3-3b6b-485a-bcfa-f42ae8e352ee
More civilians die in Ukraine as a think tank warns delays in US aid will hamper Kyiv's forces
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-deaths-50d5f9d6b26734b8736f23c8dcec337e
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.
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 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/50k-russian-soldiers-confirmed-killed-in-ukraine-independent-tally-a84867
As Measles Spreads Through U.S., Cases In Europe And Central Asia Surge: Alarming measles outbreaks in U.S., Europe And Asia tied to growing vaccine hesitancy ...
forbes.com/sites/joshuacohen/2024/04/14/alarming-measles-outbreaks-surge-across-europe-and-central-asia/
Russian space chief says new rocket will put Falcon 9 reuse to shame: There's just one catch...
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/russian-space-chief-says-new-rocket-will-put-falcon-9-reuse-to-shame/
Sydney mall attack: Confronting pro-Kremlin troll on false claims Jewish student was killer
bbc.com/news/world-australia-68822846
The Free Russia Legion is one of three anti-Kremlin Russian militias fighting for Ukraine.
Its deputy commander is a pony-tailed former fitness coach called ... Show more www.politico.eu/article/meet-russia-christian-soldier-who-wants-to-oust-putin/
Kremlin cagey on Iran missile warning, calls for restraint in Middle East: The Kremlin refused to confirm or deny on Wednesday if Moscow had been forewarned of ...
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‘Children of Ukraine’ Filmmaker Describes How ‘Wars Take Place on Many Different Levels’
pbs.org/wgbh/frontline/article/ukraine-war-children-transfer-filmmaker-q-and-a/
Russian peacekeepers started withdrawal from Nagorno-Karabakh: Kremlin: Russian peacekeepers have begun withdrawing from Nagorno-Karabakh following Azerbaijan’s ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/17/russian-peacekeepers-started-withdrawal-from-nagorno-karabakh-kremlin
Russian Peacekeepers Withdrawing From Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin Confirms: The Kremlin confirmed Azerbaijani media reports on Wednesday that Russian peacekeepers ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/russian-peacekeepers-withdrawing-from-nagorno-karabakh-kremlin-confirms-a84869
Ukraine warns it lacked missiles to protect power plant from Russian attack: The Trypilska thermal power station, a major electricity supplier to Kyiv region ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/ukraine-says-it-ran-out-of-missiles-to-stop-russian-strike-on-power-plant
Meet Caesar, a soldier in a Russian militia fighting for Ukraine — who has his eyes set on dismantling Putin’s government. 🔗 www.politico.eu/article/meet-russia-christian-soldier-who-wants-to-oust-putin/
Ukrainian forces destroy Russian air defense systems in Crimea: On April 17, Ukrainian forces launched a series of missile strikes targeting the Russian military ...
defence-blog.com/ukrainian-forces-destroy-russian-air-defense-systems-in-crimea/
Ukraine’s top commander says eastern frontline has ‘significantly worsened’: Outgunned forces struggle to halt multipronged and intensifying Russian offensive
ft.com/content/53228051-f42b-4c63-bad6-e6a5bfd54d7c
Russia Fired Commanders Amid Failure to Recapture Kherson Ground: Report: Ukraine's Commander-in-Chief said Moscow has set itself the goal of capturing the town ...
newsweek.com/russia-ukraine-isw-commanders-fired-1890197
Quick Glance: Russia Aims to Capture Chasiv Yar by 9 May
- Ukraine's top commander stated that Russian forces aimed to capture the town of Chasiv Yar by 9 May, marking a crucial battle for control of high ground in the east where Russia is directing its assaults.
- The potential fall of the town before the Soviet Victory Day would signal increasing Russian battlefield momentum amid a slowdown in Western military aid to Kyiv.
- Kyiv's brigades are currently holding back the assaults near Chasiv Yar and have received reinforcements in terms of ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare devices.
- Recent escalations in the war have raised concerns about the resilience of Ukraine's energy system, with Russia conducting significant air strikes on Ukrainian power plants and substations.
Kremlin comments on decision to exclude Putin from 80th anniversary of Normandy landings
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7451518/
NASA Confirms Origin Of Space Object That Crashed Into Florida Home: The agency said in a blog post it had collected the item and determined it was a piece of ...
huffpost.com/entry/nasa-space-junk-florida-home-iss_n_661f3b54e4b05f7ca7171762
Quick Glance: Fragment of ISS Battery Hits Florida Residence
- A confirmed piece of space debris hit a Florida home in March, originating from a discarded ISS battery pallet.
- The fragment that entered the house of Alejandro Otero in Naples, Florida, pierced through the roof and crossed 2 floors.
- Following thorough examination, the US space agency confirmed that the fragment was indeed part of the cargo pallet used to secure the batteries.
- NASA intends to update its predictive models for object decay during re-entry and the ISS team will investigate the disposal of the cargo pallet to enhance understanding of the debris's survival.
Georgia lawmakers scuffle over a divisive bill that opponents say mimics Kremlin's repressive law
apnews.com/article/georgia-media-registration-legislation-foreign-influence-7443b630fca2bb4a096049c75ecc2e10
Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Russian Missile Strikes North of Kyiv Kill at Least 14, Ukraine Says: President Volodymyr Zelensky said the death toll might rise and blamed lack of air defenses ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/17/world/europe/ukraine-chernihiv-strike.html
‘Share My Rage.’ Read Yulia Navalnaya’s First Interview Since Her Husband’s Death in Prison
time.com/6967545/yulia-navalnaya-interview-alexei-navalny/
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.
Use Russian assets to rebuild Ukraine: Currently, the U.S. has frozen Russian assets valued at $60 billion. If the U.S. government were to seize these assets ...
thehill.com/opinion/international/4590146-use-russian-assets-to-rebuild-ukraine/
Russia-Ukraine war: Thousands of Russian soldiers want out: Growing numbers of Russian soldiers are trying to get out of the war in Ukraine ...
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-putin-deserter-asylum-5c7642cd14431d9af65076df2df4b861
Quick Glance: Russian Soldiers Desert Putin's War Without Hero's Welcome Abroad
- Thousands of Russian soldiers desert the army to escape the war in Ukraine.
- Soldiers face criminal charges in Russia and seek asylum in the West, living in hiding.
- Western nations grapple with the dilemma of Russian soldiers as spies, criminals, or heroes.
- Rise in asylum claims by Russians, but few are granted protection, raising concerns over national security risks.
"Big blow": Windows malware controlled from Russia discovered: WithSecure has discovered a previously unknown malware that makes Windows systems vulnerable to ...
diepresse.com/18375780/grosser-schlag-aus-russland-gesteuerte-windows-malware-entdeckt
Russia-linked hacking group suspected of carrying out cyberattack on Texas water facility, cybersecurity firm says
cnn.com/2024/04/17/politics/russia-hacking-group-suspected-texas-water-cyberattack/
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 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/my-hometown-belgorod-is-under-near-daily-attack-but-russia-has-forgotten-us-a84857
Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
reuters.com/world/middle-east/russian-iranian-foreign-ministers-warn-against-further-escalation-middle-east-2024-04-14/
Sources: HUR confirms attack on Russian bomber factory in Tatarstan: A factory in Russia's Tatarstan producing bomber aircraft for the Russian military was ...
kyivindependent.com/sources-hur-confirms-attack-on-russian-bomber-factory-in-tatarstan/
Russian strike on Kharkiv region kills two and injures four, governor says: Russian forces killed two people and injured four more after hitting an education ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-strike-kharkiv-region-kills-two-governor-says-2024-04-15/
Slovaks rally behind arms fundraiser for Ukraine, defying Fico's government: To support the Czech initiative to aid Ukraine, which the Slovak government refused ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/slovaks-rally-behind-arms-fundraiser-for-ukraine-defying-ficos-government/
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) ...
wionews.com/world/russia-claims-to-have-neutralized-20-drones-and-2-missiles-712519
Ukrainian air defense shot down 10 Shahed drones over Kharkiv region overnight. Live Universal Awareness Map Liveuamap is a leading independent global news and ...
liveuamap.com/en/2024/14-april-ukrainian-air-defense-shot-down-10-shahed-drones
Hundreds rally in Niger's capital to push for U.S. military departure: Hundreds took to the streets of Niger's capital on Saturday to demand the departure of U.S ...
reuters.com/world/africa/hundreds-rally-nigers-capital-push-us-military-departure-2024-04-13/
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 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/12/russia-sends-instructors-air-defense-system-to-niger-a84819
Russia's Kremlin says Iran's President has called Vladimir Putin to discuss the attack on Israel as Tehran races for an Israeli retaliation
Iran mulls over ... Show more
French Foreign Ministry refuses to talk to Russians since they lie, Russia is outraged
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/12/7451006/
Chilly relationship with the SPD: Schröder didn't miss anyone at his 80th birthday party
spiegel.de/politik/deutschland/gerhard-schroeder-altbundeskanzler-hat-auf-80-geburtstag-niemanden-vermisst-a-489f48d0-6588-4dbd-a408-1841087b14dc
Ukraine’s eastern cities brace as Russian troops advance : With Moscow’s forces slowly pressing forward, life is draining out of frontline communities
ft.com/content/bccdf9e8-f1c4-403e-ac65-4887663998d6
Russia takes advantage of Ukraine’s depleted arsenal and the weather to advance in Donetsk
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-16/russia-takes-advantage-of-ukraines-depleted-arsenal-and-the-weather-to-advance-in-donetsk.html
Quick Glance: Russian Victory in Chasiv Yar Jeopardizes Donetsk's Last Stronghold, Ukrainians Warn
- Kyiv requires support from Western weapons to defend the city, as stated by an army spokesperson to POLITICO.
- A potential Russian victory in the Ukrainian-controlled city of Chasiv Yar would endanger the security of the remaining Ukrainian-held cities in Donetsk, emphasized by a senior Ukrainian official to POLITICO.
- Chasiv Yar holds strategic importance, situated 10 kilometers from Bakhmut. Positioned on commanding heights, it offers defense advantages and control over the surrounding region.
9 person killed, 20 wounded as result of Russian missile strikes in Chernihiv this morning liveuamap.com/en/2024/17-april-9-person-killed-20-wounded-as-result-of-russian #Ukraine
Cyber group linked to Russian military intelligence poses global threat: A cyber group with links to Russian military intelligence is set to become a significant ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/cyber-group-linked-to-russian-military-intelligence-poses-a-global-threat
How 17-year-old Ukrainian Valeriia escaped a Russian re-education camp: 17-year-old Ukrainian Valeriia was abducted to a Russian re-education camp in Crimea ...
euronews.com/2024/04/13/how-17-year-old-ukrainian-valeriia-escaped-a-russian-re-education-camp
Putin ready to negotiate - under conditions: Putin said Russia could negotiate with Ukraine to end the war if no "ideas are imposed" on it.
de.euronews.com/2024/04/12/putin-offen-fur-verhandlungen-aber-ohne-aufgezwungene-vorstellungen-anderer
Aerial alert in Kharkiv and Sumy region of Ukraine due to the threat of Shahed drones. Live Universal Awareness Map Liveuamap is a leading independent global ...
liveuamap.com/en/2024/13-april-aerial-alert-in-kharkiv-and-sumy-region-of-ukraine
Russian paratroopers have reached the eastern edge of the Ukrainian town of Chasiv Yar, which Kyiv's top commander says Moscow wants taken by May 9 ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/why-is-russia-trying-capture-ukrainian-town-chasiv-yar-2024-04-16/
A historic deluge of melting snow has caused major rivers to burst their banks and forced over 120,000 people from their homes in Russia's Ural Mountains ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/russian-city-calls-mass-evacuation-due-rising-flood-waters-2024-04-12/
Russia-Ukraine war: Moscow hits Chernihiv with missiles, killing nine : A Russian missile attack in Chernihiv, northern Ukraine has killed and injured civilians ...
wionews.com/world/russia-ukraine-war-russian-missile-strikes-kills-five-in-ukraines-chernihiv-712199
Smashes through two storeys: ISS space debris crashes into house in Florida: At the beginning of March, space debris falling to Earth from the International ...
n-tv.de/panorama/ISS-Weltraumschrott-stuerzt-in-Haus-in-Florida-article24876041.html
A well-known disinformation network is growing on Facebook by pushing pro-Kremlin narratives with ads purchased through fake accounts ... Show more www.politico.eu/article/russia-influence-hackers-social-media-facebok-operation-thriving/
US artists paint memorial for civilians killed in Ukraine's Bucha : Californian artists have been painting a mural in Bucha, Ukraine, marking the site where ...
euronews.com/2024/04/14/us-artists-paint-memorial-for-civilians-killed-by-russian-forces-in-ukraines-bucha
Moscow Court Arrests in Absentia Exiled Journalist Zygar : A Moscow court has ordered the arrest in absentia of exiled journalist Mikhail Zygar for spreading ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/moscow-court-arrests-in-absentia-exiled-journalist-zygar-a84853
‘True Promise’: Why and how did Iran launch a historic attack on Israel?: Iran has just launched the largest ever drone strike in the world, and the biggest ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/14/true-promise-why-and-how-did-iran-launch-a-historic-attack-on-israel
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.
What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
Russia sends military trainers, air defence system to Niger: State media: Violence in the region has worsened since coups in Niger and its neighbours Mali and ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/12/russia-sends-military-trainers-air-defence-system-to-niger-state-media
Telegram's Durov Tells Tucker Carlson That Kremlin Pressure Forced Him Out of Russia
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/telegrams-durov-tells-tucker-carlson-that-kremlin-pressure-forced-him-out-of-russia-a84863
Russian military facilities in Bryansk left without electricity, Ukrainian intelligence reports – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7451469/
50,000 Russian soldiers confirmed dead in Ukraine war: BBC: More than 27,300 Russian soldiers died in the second year of combat, a reflection of how territorial ...
saudigazette.com.sa/article/642148
Zelensky confirms Ukraine struck Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea: Ukrainian forces carried out an attack early on April 17 against a Russian ...
kyivindependent.com/ukranine-strikes-dzhankoi/
Drone attack on Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant significantly increases accident risk, IAEA head says
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-zaporizhzhia-nuclear-drone-a28710a691f3259b5dd6586787838b60
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.
Russia summons French ambassador over foreign minister's 'unacceptable' comments
go.france24.com/Cgi
AfD: FBI questions AfD politician Krah about contacts with Russia: The US Federal Police FBI questioned Maximilian Krah about possible payments from the Kremlin ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/usa-afd-russland-maximilian-krah-1.6560770
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Russian man sentenced to 14 years in prison for collaborating with Ukraine: A Russian military court handed down a 14-year sentence to a man it found guilty of ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/15/russian-man-sentenced-to-14-years-in-prison-for-collaborating-with-ukraine
China fills Russia's critical war gaps, US says: The United States has accused China of aiding the largest Russian military expansion since the Soviet era ...
dw.com/en/china-fills-russias-critical-war-gaps-us-says/a-68808926
China is surging equipment sales to Russia to help war effort in Ukraine, US intelligence finds
apnews.com/article/united-states-china-russia-ukraine-war-265df843be030b7183c95b6f3afca8ec
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.
As Russia intensified its air campaign against Ukraine in March, hammering its energy infrastructure and urban areas, no major city has been harder hit than ... Show more www.reuters.com/world/europe/kharkivs-civilians-under-fire-ukraine-faces-catastrophic-air-defence-shortage-2024-04-12/
Belgium opens probe into pro-Russia network accused of paying MEPs: Moscow’s “objectives are clear,” said Belgian Prime Minister Alexander De Croo.
politico.eu/article/belgiam-prosecutor-open-probe-pro-russia-network-accused-pay-mep/
Russian military instructors, air defence system arrive in Niger amid deepening ties
go.france24.com/i01
Denying Russia’s only strategy for success : If the West mobilizes its resources to resist the Kremlin,Russia cannot defeat Ukraine or the West – and will likely ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/denying-russias-only-strategy-for-success/
Explosions, fire reported at military airfield in occupied Crimea: Explosions were reported in the town of Dzhankoi in occupied Crimea near a military airfield ...
kyivindependent.com/explosions-fire-reported-at-military-airfield-in-occupied-crimea/
“A Stalemate and Attritional Grind”: Journalist Luke Mogelson on 2 Years of Russia’s War in Ukraine
democracynow.org/2024/4/12/ukraine_russia
Russia paid pro-Kremlin lawmakers to influence EU elections, says Belgium: Authorities investigating cash payments to MEPs ahead of June vote ...
ft.com/content/8bb921fa-57b3-44aa-80d6-b35794a523db
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 779: As the war enters its 779th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-779
Ukraine war in the live ticker: +++ 08:28 "Spiegel": Russian sabotage plans in Germany uncovered +++
n-tv.de/politik/08-28-Spiegel-Russische-Sabotage-Plaene-in-Deutschland-aufgedeckt--article23143824.html
Ukraine claims to have destroyed a record number of Russian military equipment in March 2024.
In total Russia lost 4,894 pieces of military equipment in the ... Show more
A local official says at least 10 people have died in shelling in Russian-occupied Ukraine
apnews.com/article/russia-ukraine-war-tokmak-007dcac6cbce356688720479f725bc7c
Putin miscalculated on Finland’s border: If Russia wants to intimidate Finland by announcing it’ll avenge the country’s NATO accession with troops on the border ...
politico.eu/article/vladimir-putin-russia-miscalculated-on-finland-border/
China Vows to 'Strengthen' Cooperation With Russia as Lavrov Visits: China's top diplomat said Tuesday that Beijing would strengthen strategic cooperation with ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/09/china-vows-to-strengthen-cooperation-with-russia-as-lavrov-visits-a84778
Silenced: The Russian Targets Of The Kremlin's Extreme New Wartime Laws: Hundreds of Russians have been handed yearslong prison terms under new censorship laws ...
rferl.org/a/russia-censorship-laws-repression-ukraine-invasion-faces/32902698.html
Water levels rise and homes flood in Russia after a dam bursts near the Kazakhstan border
apnews.com/article/russia-ural-mountains-floods-orsk-dam-break-9f14551354c528c7dfcf4cd764b8738a
Russia is struggling to find its missing soldiers: Vladimir Putin’s war has left thousands of searching families in limbo
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/russia-is-struggling-to-find-its-missing-soldiers
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