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Why It’s Time to Sell Your Oil Stocks: The shares of oil companies have enjoyed an impressive rally and are unlikely to gain much more.
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US Births Fell Last Year to Lowest Total Since 1979, Report Says: US births declined in 2023 to their lowest level in more than 40 years, continuing a two-decade ...
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US TikTok Divest-or-Ban Bill Raises Questions of How China Will Respond: Now that President Joe Biden has signed off on a law that could expel TikTok from the US ...
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Quick Glance: Measures Against TikTok: Biden Sets Deadline for Sale
- President Biden has signed legislation requiring ByteDance to fully divest from TikTok within a year or potentially face a nationwide ban.
- This action poses a significant challenge to the future of the video-streaming app in the U.S. and escalates the technological conflict between America and China.
- TikTok plans to take legal action against the Biden administration, citing concerns that the law could impede the free speech of millions of Americans.
- This requirement was incorporated into a bill providing foreign aid for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan, mandating ByteDance to sell its stake in TikTok within 12 months under the threat of closure.
Revival in Japanese Stock Market Hinges on Domestic Demand Taking Hold: Japan’s stock market needs to see more domestically-oriented companies step up their game ...
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Jefferies CEO Just Sold $65 Million of Company Stock. He’s Buying a Yacht.: Jefferies CEO Rich Handler said the boat will be a “gift to myself and my family” and ...
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Stock Market Today: Dow, S&P Live Updates for April 25: Asian equity markets dropped after Meta Platforms Inc.’s disappointing outlook raised concern on whether ...
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Quick Glance: Current Stock Market Trends: Dow, S&P Updates for April 24
- Major tech giants experienced a downturn in late hours following disappointing forecasts from Meta Platforms Inc., raising concerns about the stock market's trajectory.
- Before the results, the broader market struggled to gain momentum as traders prepared for economic data that will influence views on the Federal Reserve's next moves.
- Investors withdrew around $200 million from value-based ETFs this month, while growth stocks attracted over $3 billion in inflows.
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. is signaling a clear buy indication for US stocks after reaching a threshold that typically precedes above-average gains.
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.
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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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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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.
Good News for Biden on Growth, Bad News on Inflation Fight: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital ...
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European Commission proposes sanctions against ships transporting equipment from North Korea to Russia – Reuters
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US Stock Market Uncertainty Has Traders Buying Put Options to Hedge Portfolios: Stock market investors who have been reluctant to hedge their portfolios in the ...
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US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kiev has credible intelligence that Russia plans to disrupt ...
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GE Stock Rises Above 2008 Levels. Wall Street Is Staying Bullish.
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Merck to Report Earnings One Month After Major Drug Approval. What Investors Are Watching.
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Investors Balk at Private Equity Firms Borrowing Against Their Funds’ Assets: Private equity firms are attempting to get blanket permission to borrow against ...
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JPMorgan CEO Dimon says US economy is booming: JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon expressed confidence on Tuesday in a robust U.S. economy backed by strong ...
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Quick Glance: JPMorgan CEO Dimon Praises US Economy
- Jamie Dimon, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of JPMorgan Chase & Co., speaks to the Economic Club of New York.
- Dimon expressed confidence in a robust U.S. economy with strong employment and healthy consumer finances.
- However, he warned about the potential economic effects of rising national debt, inflation, and geopolitical conflicts.
- Dimon also discussed the need for a more harmonious relationship between lenders and regulators, as well as praised U.S. leadership and economic power.
US Oil Refiners’ Profits Seen Taking Hit on Gloomy Outlook (MPC, PSX, VLO): US oil refiners that have been among this year’s strongest S&P 500 performers are ...
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Cocoa Price Swings Are the Craziest Since the 1970s: Cocoa resumed gains in New York, with prices the most volatile in almost five decades amid uncertainty over ...
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Russia vetoes UN resolution to prevent nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that would have called ...
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Gold’s Record-Setting Rally May Have Its Roots in Chinese Frenzy: Gold’s record-setting rally this year has puzzled market watchers as bullion has roared higher ...
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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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Possible payments from foreign sources: Attorney General initiates preliminary investigations against AfD politician Krah
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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.
Russia vetoes UN resolution denouncing use of nuclear weapons in space: U.S. officials have alleged Russia is developing a space-based nuclear weapon to destroy ...
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China’s Prices Are Just Too Low for Buyers to Sweat About Tariffs: China can withstand any new tariffs the world throws at it – even the punitive ones Donald ...
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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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Handelsbanken Earnings Miss as Growing Costs Draw More Focus: Svenska Handelsbanken AB reported first-quarter earnings that missed analyst estimates and signaled ...
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Wall Street Banks Face CFTC Probe of NDAs in Swaps, Clearing Businesses: A top financial regulator is asking large Wall Street banks for non-disclosure ...
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FTC votes to ban noncompete agreements for most workers: U.S. companies would no longer be able to bar employees from taking jobs with competitors under a rule ...
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Quick Glance: US implements ban on worker 'competition agreements' with business groups filing lawsuits
- The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has approved a framework to eliminate agreements often signed by employees to refrain from joining their employers' competitors or establishing rival businesses.
- The ban on noncompete agreements is projected to boost worker earnings by up to $488 billion over the next decade and facilitate the establishment of over 8,500 new businesses annually.
- Prominent business associations have criticized the framework and declared legal actions, contending that noncompete agreements assist companies in safeguarding trade secrets and advancing competitiveness.
- Unions have endorsed the FTC's vote in favor of the ban, hailing it as a significant triumph for workers that will enhance the national economy by fostering entrepreneurship.
Moscow: Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov accused of corruption: Timur Ivanov is said to have accepted large, massive bribes. Now the deputy, Sergei Shoigus ...
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Russia Blocks US Bid to Reaffirm Ban on Nuclear Weapons in Space: Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution that would have reaffirmed a global ...
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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.
Ex-Jane Street Trader Pillories Claims He Stole Trade Secrets: A former Jane Street Group trader who moved to Millennium Management ridiculed his former ...
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Bitcoin Rises. Why Tesla and Meta Earnings Could Help—or Hurt—Cryptos.: Bitcoin correlation to the stock market and wider risk sentiment puts Big Tech earnings ...
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Russia vetoes UN resolution calling for prevention of nuclear arms race in space: The vote in the 15-member Security Council was 13 in favor, Russia opposed and ...
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Putin ally punishes priest who performed Navalny memorial service: Patriarch Kirill announces harsh sanctions on Orthodox churchman.
politico.eu/article/vladimir-putinally-patriarch-kirill-sanction-priest-dimitry-safronov-serve-alexei-navalny-memorial-service/
Russian Deputy Defense Minister Held in Custody on Bribery Accusations: A Russian deputy defense minister who was exposed in an investigation by late ...
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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.
Israel's War on Gaza Has Helped Fuel 'Near Breakdown of International Law': Amnesty
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Quick Glance: Israel's Assault on Gaza: Near Collapse of International Law
- Amnesty International warns of the breakdown of international law and global human rights due to government aggression and the rise of big tech.
- Israel is criticized for the war on Gaza, targeting civilian populations. The international community is accused of being inactive in holding Benjamin Netanyahu's government accountable.
- Amnesty also condemns Russia for the invasion of Ukraine and China for human rights abuses. The organization highlights the growing power of big tech companies and the misuse of AI.
- Calls for reforms in the UN Security Council and better regulation of technologies are made. Despite challenges, people globally continue to advocate for human rights and social justice.
WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package: Onlookers waved to legislators, including Senator Tom Carper, who recalled meeting with the ...
euronews.com/2024/04/24/watch-ukrainians-celebrate-passage-of-us-military-aid-package
Moscow pressured Nicaragua to file genocide case against Germany, intel sources say
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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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New US Presidential Chopper Is Too Hot to Handle: This is Washington Edition, the newsletter about money, power and politics in the nation’s capital. Today ...
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Gold (XAUUSD) Falls Again After Biggest Daily Slump in Almost Two Years: Gold extended losses after its biggest daily decline in almost two years ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/gold-xauusd-falls-again-after-biggest-daily-slump-in-almost-two-years
Russia establishes advisory body to evaluate books' compliance with national legislation
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Emerging Markets Extend Bounce to Second Day After US PMI Miss: Emerging-market stocks rose for a second session amid signs of easing tensions in the Middle East ...
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Crypto Hedge Funds Lured by Returns of Memecoins, Like Dogwifhat (WIF): The hedge fund world appears to be finding the siren song of memecoins irresistible.
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Germany probes claims far-right MEP took payments from Russia, China: MEP Maximilian Krah is under pressure to withdraw his candidacy as AfD’s top candidate in ...
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Exclusive: Russian ministry stress scenario has growth stalling, rouble diving, document shows
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George Will: House Republicans voted to endanger ‘civilization’ with Ukraine aid opposition
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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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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.
Russia loses 880 soldiers and 43 artillery systems in one day: Ukrainian forces reveal how many soldiers Russia lost over the past day
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Russia Rejects U.S. Journalist Gershkovich’s Detention Appeal: A Moscow court on Tuesday denied U.S. journalist Evan Gershkovich's appeal against the extension ...
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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.
Debate on competitiveness: Europe must dare to be more capitalism: The USA has left the EU behind economically. The Europeans don't want to admit why this is: ...
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Switzerland Blocks More Than $14 Billion of Russian Assets: Switzerland has blocked 13 billion francs ($14.3 billion) in Russian assets held in the country ...
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UK rejects European Parliament’s claim Gibraltar is undermining Russian sanctions
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New US Home Sales Jump to Highest Level Since September: Sales of new homes in the US bounced back in March in a broad advance as prospective buyers toughed out ...
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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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Reuters: Russia's April oil and gas revenue to double compared to 2023, slightly drop from March
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Ireland Forecasts Surplus Rise on Record Corporation Taxes: Ireland has forecast a budget surplus of €8.6 billion ($9.2 billion) this year ...
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Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
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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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Russian advance blamed on Ukrainian troops rotation blunder: Report says Russia’s forces took advantage of defence gap and gained 5km of terrain
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Cash-Advance Company Sued by New York Got Funding From Hedge Fund Billionaire: One man started a cash-advance company. The other was a retired investing legend ...
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US military aid alone won't be enough to defeat Russia – Ukraine's foreign minister
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All Powers Great and Small: Why Bigger Isn’t Always Better in Geopolitics: Why bigger isn’t always better in geopolitics.
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China’s Sovereign Fund Ramped Up ETF Purchases to Lift Stocks: China’s sovereign wealth fund likely bought at least $43 billion of onshore exchange-traded funds ...
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Top US diplomat back in China seeking pressure but also stability : US Secretary of State Antony Blinken returned Wednesday to China on his second ...
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Blinken to warn China against helping Russia develop its military industry: On his trip to Beijing, the U.S. secretary of state will try to consolidate America’s ...
english.elpais.com/international/2024-04-24/blinken-to-warn-china-against-helping-russia-develop-its-military-industry.html
Quick Glance: Deep Disagreements Despite Improved US-China Relations
- US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai to engage with his Chinese counterparts.
- Although US-China ties are on a steadier footing, numerous unresolved issues persist.
- Topics such as trade, military communication, and tensions in Taiwan strain relations.
- The US threatens sanctions against Chinese firms supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict.
Commodities Are a ‘Win-Win’ With $100 Crude Oil in Sight, Carlyle’s Currie Says: Commodities look like a “win-win” for investors as climbing prices reflect ...
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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 ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/23/uk-announces-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.
Poland to help Ukraine get military-age men back: Defense minister: Poland is ready to help Ukraine in getting military-age male citizens to return and help ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/25/poland-set-to-help-ukraine-to-get-military-age-men-back-defense-minister
Blinken will urge China to stop sending military supplies to Russia : The U.S. secretary of state is on his second visit to China in a year, but progress on ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/24/blinken-china-visit-russia-ukraine/
Quick Glance: Blinken Discusses Key Issues with China
- USA and China discuss global conflicts and tensions in Shanghai and Beijing.
- Discussions on Russia, Ukraine, Middle East, Taiwan, South China Sea.
- Calls for China to exert influence on Iran and maintain stability in the region.
- Disputes over human rights, synthetic opioids, and illegal activities.
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 ...
dw.com/en/germany-sees-spike-in-chinese-and-russian-espionage/a-68901355
McConnell: Delay in Ukraine aid ‘strained prospects’ of defeating Russia: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) on Tuesday said the months-long delay in ...
thehill.com/homenews/senate/4615560-mcconnell-delay-ukraine-aid-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.
Drone attack allegedly causes fire at energy facility in Russia's Smolensk Oblast
kyivindependent.com/drone-attack-causes-fire-at-energy-facility-in-russias-smolensk-oblast/
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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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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