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EU decides to ban single-use plastic packaging from 2030: The EU is declaring war on single-use plastic: from 2030, all packaging should be recyclable ...
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EU decides to ban single-use plastic packaging from 2030
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WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package: Onlookers waved to legislators, including Senator Tom Carper, who recalled meeting with the ...
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WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package
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How will the recently-passed US military aid help Ukraine?: US President Joe Biden is expected to pass a bill on Wednesday giving Ukraine $60 billion in its ...
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How will the recently-passed US military aid help Ukraine?
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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 ...
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Russia Energy Sites on Fire After Drone Attacks – Governor
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Billions in support against Russia: Zelensky 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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Billions in support against Russia: Zelensky thanks the USA for “vital ...
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Money from Russia, espionage for China?: The patriotic fellows from the AfD: Patriotism works differently: Germany's right-wing extremists look up to the ...
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Money from Russia, espionage for China?: The patriotic fellows from the ...
Quick Glance: AfD Espionage Scandal: Chancellor Scholz 'very, very, very' concerned
  • Chancellor Scholz expresses deep concern over espionage allegations against an AfD employee.

  • The detainee is accused of disclosing internal information to a Chinese intelligence agency, leading to further arrests.

  • The AfD faces criticism for retaining the employee, while other parties urge them to take action.

  • Experts warn of increasing attempts by Chinese intelligence services to gain influence in Europe.
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Ukraine war in the live ticker: +++ 5:16 p.m. Biden: New military package for Ukraine “in the next few hours” +++
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Ukraine war in the live ticker: +++ 5:16 p.m. Biden: New military package ...
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Blinken visits Beijing: Now the US wants to sanction Chinese banks: The threat from Washington is already affecting payment transactions between Russia and China ...
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Blinken visits Beijing: Now the US wants to sanction Chinese banks
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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.
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MEPs call to seize Russia’s 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.
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North Korea sends delegation to Iran: North Korea's delegation is led by Yun Jung Ho, North Korea’s minister of external economic relations ...
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North Korea sends delegation to Iran
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Finland's Stubb says best way to avoid war is to 'talk less and prepare more': In today’s edition of the Capitals, find out more about a Bulgarian pro-Russian ...
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Finland's Stubb says best way to avoid war is to 'talk less and prepare ...
Quick Glance: Romanian parties withdraw from joint mayoral bid
  • Romania's Social Democratic Party (PSD) and the National Liberal Party (PNL) have made the decision to withdraw their joint candidate in the race for the mayorship of Bucharest. This announcement was made by the parties on Tuesday, two weeks prior to the commencement of their campaign for local and European elections, scheduled for June 9.
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New EU regulation aims to reduce packaging waste in households: Large packages that contain more air than product will no longer be available in the EU in the ...
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New EU regulation aims to reduce packaging waste in households
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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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Hugo Boss to sell its Russian subsidiary
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Ukraine live ticker: Apparently drone attacks in several regions of Russia | FAZ: Ukraine live ticker 2023: Current news & news about the Ukraine war ► Read the ...
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Ukraine live ticker: Apparently drone attacks in several regions of Russia ...
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Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says: Drones sent by Ukraine’s SBU security service struck two Rosneft-owned oil depots in ...
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Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says
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Latvia to stop teaching Russian as foreign language in schools: Children in Latvia will no longer learn Russian as a foreign language in schools from 2026 ...
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Latvia to stop teaching Russian as foreign language in schools
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Sweden Eyes Russia Threat as it Invests in Energy Grid and Infrastructure: The Nordic nation is upgrading its civil defenses, and energy infrastructure is a ...
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Sweden Eyes Russia Threat as it Invests in Energy Grid and Infrastructure
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Sunak to announce UK’s ‘largest ever’ military support package for Ukraine: The package includes missiles, armoured vehicles and funds to build swarms of new ...
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Sunak to announce UK’s ‘largest ever’ military support package for Ukraine
Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
  • British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.

  • Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.

  • The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.

  • The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
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Espionage allegations: AfD top candidate Krah himself now comes under scrutiny: Accusations of espionage in China: The arrest of an employee comes at an ...
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Espionage allegations: AfD top candidate Krah himself now comes under ...
Quick Glance: Employee of AfD Politician Arrested on Suspicion of Espionage
  • An employee of AfD's lead candidate Maximilian Krah was arrested for allegedly spying for China and conducting surveillance on opposition figures in Germany.

  • The Federal Prosecutor's Office is investigating based on information from the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution. The AfD expressed concern over the arrest and pledged to support the investigation.

  • Federal Interior Minister Faeser called the accusations an attack on European democracy. China denied the allegations. The arrested employee had previously offered information to German authorities but was deemed unreliable.

  • There was no connection between the arrest of Krah's employee and other arrests on Monday. Additionally, allegations against AfD politician Krah regarding possible payments from Kremlin-linked sources were revealed.
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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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Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will ...
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Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage: Six suspected spies have been arrested in quick succession. Security services see links to the war against ...
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Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage
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Attacks on Kharkiv: leave or stay?: Air strikes on Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine have been rare so far - but Russia is apparently exploiting gaps in the defenses ...
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Attacks on Kharkiv: leave or stay?
Quick Glance: Russian Attack Causes Destruction of TV Tower in Kharkiv
  • A television tower in Kharkiv was ripped in two by a Russian missile strike on Monday, described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a deliberate attempt by Moscow to make the second largest city in Ukraine uninhabitable.

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

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

  • The Service for State Special Communications reported partial damage to the tower's structure, resulting in a temporary loss of television signal. Efforts are underway to restore it, with residents advised to use cable, online TV, or radio if they lack a digital TV signal.
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Ukraine names ‘Tortured Poets Department’ of writers killed in war: Ukraine paid homage to Ukrainian writers who died during the country’s war with Russia by ...
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Ukraine names ‘Tortured Poets Department’ of writers killed in war
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Russia Hosts China, Iran Security Chiefs to Discuss Cooperation: Russia’s Security Council Secretary Nikolai Patrushev and China’s security chief Chen Wenqing ...
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Russia Hosts China, Iran Security Chiefs to Discuss Cooperation
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Russia's deputy defense minister detained on suspicions of bribery: Russia's Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov was detained on April 23 on the ...
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Russia's deputy defense minister detained on suspicions of bribery
Quick Glance: Russian Deputy Defense Minister Detained on Bribery Suspicions
  • A Russian deputy defense minister, Timur Ivanov, exposed in an investigation by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was placed in custody on Wednesday under suspicion of accepting significant bribes.

  • Ivanov, 48, a longtime ally of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, was responsible for construction and procurement for the Armed Forces and was associated with the high-profile reconstruction of the Ukrainian city of Mariupol occupied by Moscow's forces.

  • Several independent Russian media outlets alleged that Ivanov and his family amassed immense wealth through kick-backs on contracts he approved at the ministry.

  • Critics argue that the substantial funds flowing into the Ukraine offensive have provided officials with new avenues to enrich themselves through covert procurement agreements.
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War in Ukraine: Russia announces increased shelling of Ukraine: There is no end in sight to the Russian war against Ukraine. You can read all the latest news ...
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War in Ukraine: Russia announces increased shelling of Ukraine
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Thousands of European flights reportedly affected by suspected Russian jamming: Russia has been accused of jamming GPS signals in nearby countries such as ...
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Thousands of European flights reportedly affected by suspected Russian ...
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Former BND deputy von Fritzsch: “Russia sees itself at war with us”: Suspected spies in the service of Russia and China are arrested in Germany ...
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Former BND deputy von Fritzsch: “Russia sees itself at war with us”
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Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says: Drones sent by Ukraine’s SBU security service struck two Rosneft-owned oil depots in ...
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Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says
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McConnell: Delay in Ukraine aid ‘strained prospects’ of defeating Russia: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Tuesday said the months-long delay in ...
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McConnell: Delay in Ukraine aid ‘strained prospects’ of defeating Russia
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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Moldova Foreign Minister Warns Russia Poised for Political Meddling in West: Russia is using a variety of measures — from AI-generated deep fakes to bags of cash ...
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Moldova Foreign Minister Warns Russia Poised for Political Meddling in ...
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Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine after Senate approval: EU foreign and defence minister agree Ukraine needs better air defences but stop sort of ...
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Biden says military aid on way to Ukraine after Senate approval
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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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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russian strike collapsed Kharkiv TV tower: Ukrainian president tells Joe Biden that Russian attack on the tower is part of a plan to ...
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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy says Russian strike collapsed Kharkiv TV tower
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Russia’s North Korea Embrace Could Embolden Kim Jong Un, US Says: Russia’s “complete embrace” of North Korea could increase Kim Jong Un’s appetite for risk when ...
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Russia’s North Korea Embrace Could Embolden Kim Jong Un, US Says
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.
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Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine: “We will help Ukraine despite our pro-Russian government,” says Slovak campaign.
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Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine
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Ukraine moves to cut off consular services for military-age men abroad: Ukraine is aiming to curtail citizen services for men who could be home helping to defend ...
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Ukraine moves to cut off consular services for military-age men abroad
Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
  • Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.

  • Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.

  • He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.

  • Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
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US-Russia faceoff at UNSC over nukes in space : The United States and Russia are set to face off over nuclear weapons in space at the United Nations Security ...
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US-Russia faceoff at UNSC over nukes in space
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report: The country's notoriously ancient computer systems are due for an upgrade.
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Russia Is Working on a 128-Core Supercomputing Platform: Report
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How Ukraine War Is Stretching Russian Workers to their Limits: Opinion | Whether the Ukraine war has been good for Russia’s working class is a question that ...
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How Ukraine War Is Stretching Russian Workers to their Limits
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China Loses Its Appetite for Russian Coal as Import Costs Rise: China is losing its appetite for Russian coal as import taxes and logistical snarls push Asia’s ...
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China Loses Its Appetite for Russian Coal as Import Costs Rise
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US will ‘quickly’ send military aid to Ukraine, Biden tells Zelenskyy: The United States will act swiftly to provide new military assistance to help Kyiv in its ...
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US will ‘quickly’ send military aid to Ukraine, Biden tells Zelenskyy
Quick Glance: Biden Promises Swift Military Aid for Ukraine
  • President Joe Biden assured his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskyy of quick military support in the fight against Russia's invasion during a Monday call.

  • The US House of Representatives approved a substantial foreign aid package last week, including $61 billion for war-torn Ukraine, with the Senate expected to follow suit.

  • Biden emphasized America's 'lasting commitment' to Ukraine 'as it defends its freedom against Russian aggression'.

  • Zelenskyy reported that Biden assured him he would sign the upcoming military aid package immediately upon Senate approval, and the weaponry provided would strengthen Ukraine's air defense as well as long-range and artillery capabilities.
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Get ready for an onslaught of election disinformation: Six months out from the U.S. elections, researchers are seeing less disinformation at this point in the ...
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Get ready for an onslaught of election disinformation
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Ukraine to EU: Don’t let US aid package make you complacent: Washington’s support for Ukraine should not dispel a sense of urgency among EU countries ...
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Ukraine to EU: Don’t let US aid package make you complacent