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The United States is preparing a $1 billion military aid package for Ukraine, the first to be sourced from the yet to be signed Ukraine-Israel bill ...
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Conflicts drive global military spending to record high: War in Ukraine and tensions in Middle East and Asia lead to 7% increase in worldwide defence expenditure ...
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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.
Earthquakes of magnitude 6, 6.3 strike eastern Taiwan - Focus Taiwan: Two earthquakes of magnitude 6.0 and 6.3 struck central Hualien County in eastern Taiwan at ...
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Sunak vows more spending for UK defence in 'dangerous world': Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said on Tuesday he would lift defence spending to 2 ...
reuters.com/world/europe/uks-sunak-announce-uplift-military-support-ukraine-2024-04-22/
Quick Glance: Sunak pledges increased spending for UK defence in 'dangerous world'
- Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced that defense spending would be raised to 2.5% of GDP by 2030, reaching 87 billion pounds per year.
- The increase is expected to please the Conservative Party ahead of the upcoming elections and potentially weaken leadership contenders.
- Britain will become the second-largest defense spender in NATO after the announcement of an additional 75 billion pounds over six years.
- Sunak reaffirmed support for Ukraine with an additional 500 million pounds and emphasized the importance of defense in a dangerous world.
China’s Putin Ties Risk Relations With EU, Top Diplomat Says: China needs to take a stand over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rein in its enormous trade ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/china-s-putin-ties-risk-relations-with-eu-top-diplomat-says
Ukraine Moves To Bring Military-Aged Men Home To Fight: Ukraine said Tuesday it was introducing new measures that would encourage military-aged men to return to ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/23/ukraine-moves-to-bring-military-aged-men-home-to-fight-a84932
Ramzan Kadyrov: Rumors of illness - is Putin losing an ally?: Chechen leader Ramzan Kadyrov is said to be seriously ill. This means that an important support for ...
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Quick Glance: Ramsan Kadyrow: Rumors of Illness and Political Implications
- Speculation around Ramsan Kadyrow's health raises concerns as he is a key ally of Putin in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow and Putin share a long history dating back to the Second Chechen War.
- Kadyrow faces allegations of corruption and authoritarianism, while playing a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow's health could destabilize the power structure in Chechnya, given his regime's strong reliance on him personally.
Joe Biden tells Volodymyr Zelenskyy US weapons will arrive ‘quickly’: President expected to sign law unlocking long-delayed $60bn in funding for Ukraine this ...
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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.
Largest fire engine convoy to deliver aid to Ukraine: A convoy including 20 fire engines will leave Kent and carry more than 2,800 pieces of equipment.
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Attacks on Kharkiv: Go or Stay?: Air strikes on Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine have so far been rare - but Russia is apparently exploiting gaps in its defense ...
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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.
Finland among world's top military aid donors to Ukraine: The value of Finnish military support for the war-torn country has multiplied recently.
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UK announces €580 million in new military aid for Ukraine: The pledge comes just days after the US approved a multi-billion support package for the war-torn ...
euronews.com/2024/04/23/uk-announces-580-million-in-new-military-aid-for-ukraine
Ukraine's farm minister named as suspect in corruption case: Ukraine's anti-corruption agency is treating Agriculture Minister Mykola Solsky as a suspect in an ...
reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-farm-minister-named-suspect-corruption-case-kyiv-media-reports-2024-04-23/
Ukraine War: The Hit TV Tower in Kharkiv - will the city be the next Mariupol?: In Kharkiv, from where the writer Serhij Zhadan sends his messages to the world ...
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Ukraine war: Kyiv limits consular help for men of fighting age abroad: The rights of Ukrainians remain key, says Kyiv, but the priority is to protect the ...
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Reuters World News: Ukraine's depleted army, and other top stories: Tensions mount inside Iran as crackdowns intensify on the streets.
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LIVE: EU parliament debate on Gaza, Ukraine, Georgia and Haiti: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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Media: Greece preparing to give Ukraine at least 1 Patriot system, possibly 2: The news follows a story by the Financial Times (FT) on April 22 ...
kyivindependent.com/media-greece-preparing-to-give-ukraine-at-least-1-patriot-system-possibly-2/
Russia threatens to step up attacks on western weapons in Ukraine: Russian defence minister reacts to US passage of military aid as Kyiv’s forces struggle to ...
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Bloomberg: Germany urging US to send another Patriot system to Ukraine: Ukraine is facing a shortage of air defense systems amid an uptick in Russian attacks on ...
kyivindependent.com/bloomberg-germany-urging-us-to-send-another-patriot-to-ukraine/
Ukraine launches military charm offensive as conscription flags: Far from the trenches, at orderly new centres across Ukraine, civilian recruiters armed with ...
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Approval of US aid to Ukraine prompts EU to provide more active support – European Commission President
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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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Ukraine Anti-graft Office Suspects Agriculture Minister of Fraud: Ukrainian anti-graft agencies say they have discovered that Agriculture Minister Mykola Solskyi ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/ukraine-anti-graft-office-suspects-agriculture-minister-of-fraud
Federal Attorney General reports arrest: Krah reacts to espionage allegations against AfD employees
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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.
Greece and Spain under pressure to provide Ukraine with air defence systems: Kyiv renews plea for Patriot and S-300 systems at meeting of foreign and defence ...
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Rishi Sunak to pledge more money to support Ukraine: The prime minister is travelling to Poland and Germany, highlighting an additional £500m to Ukraine.
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83 aftershocks felt Tuesday morning in Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 23, 2024 10:42
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57 billion euros in Ukraine aid: Biden wants to “sign immediately”: US President Joe Biden has assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that the 57 billion ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/23/57-mrd-euro-ukraine-hilfe-biden-will-sofort-unterzeichnen
CNN: Some US military aid for Ukraine already in Poland, Germany: Some of the U.S. military aid for Ukraine is already in Germany and Poland ...
kyivindependent.com/cnn-some-us-military-aid-already/
Significantly more than usual: US package for Ukraine should include many armored vehicles
n-tv.de/politik/US-Paket-fuer-die-Ukraine-soll-viele-gepanzerte-Fahrzeuge-umfassen-article24893255.html
Biden vows to 'quickly' supply new military aid to Ukraine: The US president says he will send "significant" support to Kyiv if senators pass a new aid deal on ...
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Mobilization in Ukraine: The persistent search for soldiers: Several hundred thousand soldiers have to be found. But the track record is modest.
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War in Ukraine: EU states do not want to give up Patriots: The EU has called on member states to support Ukraine with air defense systems ...
de.euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/22/krieg-in-der-ukraine-eu-staaten-wollen-patriots-nicht-abgeben
Magnitude 5.9 earthquake rattles east Taiwan | Taiwan News | Apr. 22, 2024 22:16
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Inside the Swedish ammunition plant at the forefront of Europe’s push to ramp up shell production
kyivindependent.com/inside-the-swedish-ammunition-plant-at-the-forefront-of-europes-push-to-ramp-up-shell-production/
Europe—but Not NATO—Should Send Troops to Ukraine: To Halt Russia’s Advance, Kyiv Needs More Boots on the Ground
foreignaffairs.com/ukraine/europe-not-nato-should-send-troops-ukraine
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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 ...
euronews.com/2024/04/23/biden-says-military-aid-on-way-to-ukraine-right-after-senate-approval
Ukraine: TV tower collapses after missile strike in Kharkiv: The local military says that digital TV has been cut off in the surrounding area.
bbc.com/news/av/world-europe-68877813
Taiwan to remove all statues of Chinese dictator who stood for 'One China' policy
wionews.com/world/taiwan-to-remove-all-statues-of-chinese-dictator-who-stood-for-one-china-policy-714254
Ukraine to receive new military aid from US sooner than expected, congressman says during visit to Kyiv
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-to-receive-new-military-aid-from-us-sooner-than-possible-congressmen-say-during-visit-to-kyiv/
Strong earthquakes Tuesday aftershocks of 7.2-magnitude quake: CWA - Focus Taiwan
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404230010
Pentagon Preparing Package for Ukraine, Promising Armor, Artillery and Air Defenses ASAP
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Sberbank to pay $8bn in dividends after record profit: Half of it is going to Russian state’s coffers to help fund war on Ukraine
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Military: Russian forces using chemical weapons to storm Ocheretyne, situation 'difficult'
kyivindependent.com/military-russian-forces-using-chemical-weapons-to-storm-ocheretyne-situation-difficult/
What $61bn US aid boost could mean for Ukraine: After weeks of Russian advance, there are three areas where Ukraine could now strengthen its defences.
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Hungarian FM says Ukraine carrying out 'witch hunt' against Hungarian businesses, threatens to block EU aid
kyivindependent.com/hungarian-fm-says-ukraine-carrying-out-witch-hunt-against-hungarian-businesses-threatens-to-block-eu-aid/
Britain names Gwyn Jenkins as national security adviser: Britain will appoint Gwyn Jenkins, one of the country's top generals, as its next national security ...
reuters.com/world/uk/britain-names-gwyn-jenkins-national-security-adviser-2024-04-23/
Zelensky: Ukraine, US 'finalized' agreements on ATACMS: Ukraine "finalized" with the U.S. details of the agreements on long-range Army ...
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Ukraine's parliament passes law adapting education policy to match EU standards
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NATO head Stoltenberg on whether delayed U.S. aid can still make a difference in Ukraine
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Fresh Support: The Bloomberg Open, Asia Edition: Good morning. US House approves $95 billion in foreign aid. China is front and center of gold’s rally ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-21/fresh-support-the-bloomberg-open-asia-edition
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.
SBU detains man suspected of directing Russian attacks on Ukrainian special forces base
kyivindependent.com/sbu-detains-man-suspected-of-directing-russian-attacks-on-kraken-special-forces-base/
Russian drone attack injures seven in Ukraine’s Odesa: Officials : Russia launched a drone attack on Ukraine that injured seven people in the Black Sea port of ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/23/russian-drone-attack-injures-seven-in-ukraine-s-odesa-officials-
2 buildings in Taiwan's Hualien tilt after magnitude 6.3 quake | Taiwan News | Apr. 23, 2024 10:37
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We know about Ukraine's urgent needs – Pentagon: The United States and the Pentagon have been in constant communication with Ukraine, allies and partners ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/23/7452477/
Ukraine war: ECB calls for Austria's RBI to withdraw more quickly from Russia: As the largest Western financial institution in Russia, Raiffeisenbank ...
nzz.ch/wirtschaft/ukraine-krieg-ezb-fordert-rascheren-rueckzug-von-oesterreichs-rbi-aus-russland-ld.1827370
Russia bombs Russia: Oops.
politico.eu/article/russia-air-force-drops-massive-missile-russian-territory/
Mike Pence: Russian aggression poses 'serious threat' to Europe: Former Vice President of the US, Mike Pence, joins Euronews Correspondent Stefan Grobe on the ...
euronews.com/2024/04/22/mike-pence-russian-aggression-poses-serious-threat-to-europe
Military expert in the ntv early start: What Russia "can't have, it destroys": Russia is causing enormous devastation in its war of aggression against Ukraine ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/magazine/fruehstart/Was-Russland-nicht-haben-kann-macht-es-kaputt-article24893947.html
Ukraine: What are Atacms missiles? The new weapon briefly explained: Russia's air force suffered its worst blow to date in the Ukraine war last fall ...
nzz.ch/international/ukraine-krieg-was-sind-atacms-raketen-die-neue-waffe-kurz-erklaert-ld.1763411
Approval of US leadership drops in Ukraine: Gallup: Ukrainians’ approval of leaders in the United States significantly dropped in 2023, according to a new survey ...
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Hualien's Shoufeng Township hit by magnitude 5.9 earthquake - Focus Taiwan: Central Hualien County continued to be rattled by successive earthquakes Monday night ...
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Ukraine War | US arms aid package: "It's a race against time": Ukraine is on the defensive, now it is receiving new military aid from the USA ...
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Infrastructure under attack: Kharkiv TV tower collapses - Reception disturbed: The Ukrainian infrastructure is a constant target of attack by the Russians ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Fernsehturm-von-Charkiw-stuerzt-ein-Empfang-gestoert-article24893046.html
Slovaks crowd-fund ammo for Ukraine: “We will help Ukraine despite our pro-Russian government,” says Slovak campaign.
politico.eu/article/slovak-crowd-fund-ammunition-ukraine-robert-fico/
Ukraine’s Zelenskyy expresses gratitude to Biden, says deal on ATACMS in place: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Monday he expressed gratitude to ...
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Ukraine faces energy deficits, to restrict power supply for business, industry: Ukraine faces power deficits caused by Russian attacks on its energy system ...
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-faces-energy-deficits-to-restrict-power-supply-for-business-industry/
Schools, offices in Hualien County closed Tuesday - Focus Taiwan: The Hualien County government has announced the closure of schools and offices in the county on ...
focustaiwan.tw/society/202404230004
What, if anything, does Europe have to offer Trump?: Trump will likely want to divest himself of, as he sees it, the irritation that is Ukraine ...
politico.eu/article/what-if-anything-does-europe-have-to-offer-trump/
Russia's use of prisoners to feed war machine is widespread: A law passed at the end of March allows suspects to escape conviction if they choose to go fight on ...
lemonde.fr/en/international/article/2024/04/23/russia-s-use-of-prisoners-to-feed-war-machine-is-widespread_6669261_4.html
Ukraine says it controls village that Russia said it had captured: Russia said on Monday its forces had taken control of Novomykhailivka in eastern Ukraine- the ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/23/ukraine-says-it-controls-village-that-russia-said-it-had-captured-
Minister accused of illegally appropriating more than $7 million in state-owned land, attempting to seize another plot
kyivindependent.com/minister-accused-of-illegally-appropriating-more-than-7-million-in-state-owned-land-attempting-to-seize-more-plots/
Ukraine: What does the breakthrough in the USA change about the war?: Ukraine can breathe a sigh of relief for now. The new military aid from the USA will ...
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US Senate to Vote on $61 Billion Ukraine Aid Package After House's Months-Long Delay
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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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Weapons aid for Kyiv takes time - new Russian offensive expected: How strong a possible Russian spring offensive will also depend on how quickly Western military ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/22/ukraine-militaerhilfe-russland
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 ...
politico.eu/article/ukraine-aid-package-us-to-eu-dont-get-complacent-because-of-us-aid-package/
Russia Sentences Meta Communications Director to 6 Years in Absentia: Andy Stone is accused of 'publicly defending terrorism' after Meta allowed 'forms of ...
pcmag.com/news/russia-sentences-meta-communications-director-to-6-years-in-absentia
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