Growing food shortage is ‘dire,’ IMF managing director warns
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Growing food shortage is ‘dire,’ IMF managing director warns: International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva discusses global economic fears ...
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Ukraine, Israel aid bill on track as House pushes toward votes: The House has pushed a $95 billion national security aid package for Ukraine, Israel and other U ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine, Israel Aid Bill Advances in House
- The House has advanced a foreign aid package of $95 billion for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan, and humanitarian support with rare bipartisan support.
- Speaker Mike Johnson implemented a strategy to secure support for wartime funding, especially for Ukraine in its battle against Russia.
- President Joe Biden and even Republican presumptive presidential nominee Donald Trump have endorsed the speaker's efforts.
- To pass each bill, complex bipartisan coalitions need to be formed by Johnson due to his slim Republican majority in the House, relying on Democratic support.
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Ukraine cannot fight evil with empty hands : The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many of us
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Quick Glance: Ukraine urgently needs support against Russia
- The trapped US funds are the difference between life and death for many Ukrainians.
- Despite being thousands of miles away from Ukraine, the war's impact is deeply felt.
- Russia is committing systematic war crimes in Ukraine.
- Ukraine is fighting for survival and basic values in a war for peace.
Ukraine speaks of shooting down: Russian Air Force loses heavy supersonic bomber: A Tu-22M3 supersonic bomber crashed in Russia. Moscow speaks of technical ...
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G-7 Warns China Against Aiding Russia in Its War Against Ukraine: Top diplomats from the Group of Seven countries leveled one of their strongest warnings yet ...
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Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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Quick Glance: Polish Authorities Detain Man Allegedly Involved in Russian Espionage for Zelenskyy Assassination Plan
- A Polish citizen was detained by Polish authorities on suspicion of spying for Russia's military intelligence to potentially assassinate Ukraine's President, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
- He intended to share critical details about the Rzeszow-Jasionka airport in southeastern Poland, crucial for international military and humanitarian aid to Ukraine.
- In case of a conviction, he could potentially face a sentence of up to eight years in prison.
- Prosecutors emphasized the arrest resulted from a close collaboration with Ukrainian counterparts who provided vital information leading to the detainment.
US aid delays leave Ukrainians at low ebb: Faltering western assistance and Russia’s fresh initiative on battlefield chip away at country’s morale
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Russian war of aggression: NATO states promise Ukraine further help with air defense
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Russian media: American pro-Kremlin fighter, propagandist killed in Donetsk Oblast
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Germany cuffs alleged Russian spies over plot to bomb industrial and military targets
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UN Security Council: USA blocks full UN membership for Palestine: The application for full membership of the United Nations for Palestine was submitted 13 years ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Habeck in Ukraine: Rearmament with German help: Habeck is traveling to Ukraine with a business delegation. Numerous arms companies are on board ...
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Quick Glance: Habeck's Visit to Ukraine: Solidarity and Support
- Robert Habeck visits Ukraine to show German solidarity and promise support.
- Ukraine is in a war fighting for freedom and European values.
- Habeck brings business representatives to promote investments and boost arms production.
- Germany supports Ukraine with a Patriot air defense system and financial aid for the energy sector.
After their PM halts Ukraine aid, Slovaks dig deep to help: A crowdfunding campaign to buy artillery shells for Ukraine quickly exceeds its target of €1m (£850m) ...
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'Very real risk': CIA chief warns of Ukraine defeat this year: Ukraine is severely lacking in artillery ammunition and anti-aircraft defenses in the fight ...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked by fellow lawmaker's extreme Ukraine aid bill amendments
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Quick Glance: GOP Congresswoman Propagates Russian Narratives Against Ukraine Aid
- Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced amendments to the latest bill on aid to Ukraine, echoing Russian propaganda narratives about "biolabs in Ukraine" and "persecution of Christians in Ukraine."
- Greene proposed halting funding for Ukraine's aid until free and fair elections are held, persecution of Christians stops, and all biolabs in Ukraine are closed.
- The allegation of secret "biolabs" in Ukraine is a long-standing Russian propaganda conspiracy theory, also picked up by Chinese disinformation networks according to the EU East Stratcom Task Force.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson announced determination to advance the foreign aid bill on April 20, despite opposition from GOP hardliners who have blocked progress for over six months.
Governor: Russia’s war destroys over 100,000 residential buildings in Donetsk Oblast
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Polish PM calls on farmers to stop blockade of Ukraine's border: Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has called on Polish farmers to stop blocking the border with ...
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At NATO-Ukraine Council, Stoltenberg says allies pledge more air defense systems: "In addition to Patriots, there are other weapons that allies can provide ...
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Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
- NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.
- He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.
- Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.
- These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
Massive airstrikes on Dnipro: Sharma: "Zelensky's tone has changed": While Economics Minister Habeck visits Ukraine, numerous Russian missiles hit the city of ...
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Ukraine claims to shoot down Russian bomber, though Moscow denies: Ukraine says it shot down a strategic Russian bomber on Friday, but Russia counters the plane ...
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Estonian intelligence says Russians are suffering heavy losses in battle for Chasiv Yar
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Ukraine successfully shoots down first Russian strategic bomber: The Russian defense ministry said the bomber crashed as it was returning from a mission in ...
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‘Get the facts straight,’ EU’s Michel tells Trump over Ukraine funding: “Don’t be intimidated by Putin. We aren’t,” European Council president says in message ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support : Foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers warned on Thursday that Ukraine risked ...
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Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
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German UAV manufacturer to open another plant in Ukraine: Quantum Systems, a German drone manufacturer, will build another drone production facility in Ukraine ...
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Ukraine says it shot down a Russian Backfire supersonic bomber for first time: Ukraine reports shooting down a Russian Tu-22M3 strategic bomber for the first ...
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Quick Glance: NATO Countries Pledge Air Defense Aid to Ukraine
- Prime Minister Donald Tusk threatens consequences for collaborators with Russian intelligence services.
- NATO countries promise additional air defense systems to Ukraine.
- US Secretary of State Blinken accuses China of enabling Russia's aggression against Ukraine.
- The Russian military attacks the Ukrainian port city of Odessa, while Lawrow reaffirms Russia's claim on Ukraine.
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Weak defenses: Russia could cause "death by a thousand cuts": What will the next few months bring in the Ukraine war? Kiev is expecting a major offensive in June ...
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Military expert: Ukraine's rapid NATO accession is conceivable: Kiev is under massive pressure and everything is missing. Until Western supplies arrive ...
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Robert Habeck wants Germany to rebuild Ukraine: A defense industry delegation from Berlin spies opportunities amid the rubble.
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How the U.S. could rush weapons to Ukraine to battle Russia: The Pentagon has had supplies ready to go for months but hasn’t moved them because it is out of ...
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Ukraine's Foreign Minister reports G7 identified "specific steps" to help Ukraine in war with Russia
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G7 countries pledge to strengthen Ukrainian air defenсe: The G7 has announced their intention to strengthen the air defence of Ukraine, against which the Russian ...
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China is leading supplier for Russian military complex – Blinken: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has criticised China for supporting Russias defence ...
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Russian Officials Face Restrictions on Foreign Trips, Kremlin Confirms: Russian officials face various restrictions on their ability to travel abroad ...
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French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them
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Ukraine liberates teenage girl, 17, taken from occupied territories to Russia: Myroslava, a 17-year-old teenage girl whom the Russians took from the temporarily ...
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Are House Republicans finally willing to approve $60bn for Ukraine?: After a months-long internecine stand-off, Speaker Mike Johnson thinks he can get military ...
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German drone manufacturer opens factory in Ukraine: Quantum Systems, a German drone manufacturer, opened a drone factory and development hub in Ukraine on April ...
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Mike Pence: U.S. will continue to support Ukraine: Former U.S. vice president Mike Pence is confident that U.S. military support for Ukraine is forthcoming ...
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Will US Congress pass long-awaited Ukraine aid bill?: A huge $61bn support package that could help reshape Kyiv's war effort will go to a vote in coming days.
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Baerbock criticizes Iran after attack on Israel: The G7 foreign ministers discuss the Middle East conflict and the Ukraine war in Capri. On ZDF ...
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CIA Director: Ukraine could lose by the end of 2024 without aid: CIA Director William Burns delivered a warning message to lawmakers in DC ...
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Quick Glance: CIA Director Warns of Ukraine's Potential Defeat Against Russia
- CIA Director Bill Burns warns of a possible Ukrainian defeat against Russia by the end of the year unless the US sends more military support.
- Burns emphasizes the need for the US Congress to approve a long-delayed aid package for Kyiv to prevent Ukraine from losing ground.
- There is a risk that Russia could capture additional territory if Ukraine is not adequately supported, leading to a frozen frontline situation.
- Ukraine's lack of ammunition and military equipment due to supply struggles from the US and its allies is having a severe impact on the battlefield.
Zelensky visits soldiers undergoing medical treatment in Donetsk Oblast: President Volodymyr Zelensky visited the 95th Separate Air Assault Brigade's ...
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Opinion: A look at the drone arsenal Russia uses against Ukraine: Drone combat in Russia’s war against Ukraine is changing warfare. Unmanned aerial vehicles ...
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At least nine killed in Ukraine strikes as Kyiv says it downed Russian warplane: Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at least nine ...
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Ukraine reports shooting down of Russian fighter jet, Russia speaks of “crash”: The Ukrainian army says it shot down a Russian warplane. Moscow ...
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 people, damage critical infrastructure
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Netherlands allocates over $210 million for ammunition for Ukraine: Specifically, the country is devoting 150 million euros ($160 million) to Germany's ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine's Arms Sector Struggles Amid Cash Shortages and Attacks
- Hundreds of Ukrainian arms businesses face funding challenges and fear Russian attacks.
- The government is urged to reduce bureaucratic hurdles and allow export licenses.
- Private investments are primarily motivated by domestic entrepreneurs prioritizing patriotism over profit.
- Manufacturing weapons in Ukraine during a full-scale war poses financial and security risks.
European Investment Bank to allocate $596 million to Ukraine in 2024: Ukraine will receive 560 million euros ($596 million) from the European Investment Bank ...
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region kill at least 8: A major Russian missile attack on the central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least eight ...
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Ukraine War: The protective shield is crumbling: Russian attacks on civilian targets are increasing, President Zelensky is urgently asking for more anti-aircraft ...
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Israel Launches Missile Strikes on Iran, US Officials Say: Israel launched a retaliatory strike on Iran following last week’s missile and drone barrage from ...
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- Following an unprecedented Iranian attack, 300 drones and missiles were launched at Israel.
- Explosions near an army base in Isfahan activated local air defense systems.
- US officials report that Israel conducted a missile strike on Iran.
- Flights were suspended over several Iranian cities as Israel responded to an attack.
US aims to begin new North Korea sanctions monitoring regime by next month: The U.S. ambassador to the United Nations said on Friday that she hoped to find a new ...
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Russia aims to destroy Ukraine’s energy generation capacity: After a first campaign of attacks on transmission infrastructures in 2022-23 ...
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Inside the Swedish ammunition plant at the forefront of Europe’s push to ramp up shell production
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Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
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Focus: Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung ...
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Worried About Trump’s Support for Ukraine, Eastern Europe Tries Outreach: A gathering of officials from Lithuania and Ukraine and supporters of Donald J ...
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Opinion: Why is Ukraine rejecting the Belarusian opposition?: Immediately after World War II, the Paris-exiled Polish intellectual Jerzy Giedroyc (of Lithuanian ...
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Senate dismisses Mayorkas impeachment without trial: The Senate voted Wednesday to dismiss two articles of impeachment against Homeland Security Secretary ...
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- The Senate rejected the impeachment charges against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas, halting the House Republicans' effort to impeach the Cabinet secretary over his management of the US-Mexico border.
- With Democrats contending that the articles were unconstitutional, senators voted to dismiss both impeachment charges and conclude the trial.
- Senate Republicans had called for a full impeachment trial after the House narrowly voted in February to impeach Mayorkas for his border actions.
- Republicans argued that President Joe Biden was ineffective at the border, while Democrats suggested accepting a bipartisan Senate compromise instead of impeaching Mayorkas to reduce illegal immigrants.
Russia ramps up weapons production, using mass quantity to outgun Ukraine: Russia has managed to overcome its initial losses in Ukraine by putting factories into ...
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Shmyhal: Both major US parties support aid package for Ukraine: Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal said at the close of a visit to the United States that he received ...
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Germany arrests two suspected of spying for Russia, planning attacks: Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany on suspicion of spying ...
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Trump confidante demands that the US withdraw from NATO: The American Congress is finally about to pass a billion-dollar package for Ukraine ...
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Russia doesn’t have capability to knock Ukraine out of war: Ex-US commander: Ben Hodges, who led US forces in Europe, says Western powers should overcome their ...
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House advances Ukraine, Israel aid as Dems help Speaker Johnson, GOP: The House on Friday advanced legislation to send aid to Ukraine and other embattled U.S ...
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Russian shelling of Mykolaiv Oblast kills elderly woman, injures 2 civilians: Russia launched an artillery attack against the Kutsurub community in Mykolaiv ...
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Possible attack on Zelenskyj - Poland arrests man: Polish police are said to have arrested a suspect suspected of being involved in a planned assassination ...
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China is a threat to Europe’s gunpowder supply, defense boss warns : Saab boss warns Beijing dominates supplies of a key component to make powder to fire shells ...
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Kremlin says any new 'colonial' U.S. aid to Ukraine won't change frontline situation
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