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How Russian Pro-War Song Was Hijacked to Become New LGBTQ+ Anthem: The song ā€œŠœŠ¾Š¹ Š±Š¾Š¹ā€ (My Fight), by the Russian singer Shaman has become a TikTok sensation with ...
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How Russian Pro-War Song Was Hijacked to Become New LGBTQ+ Anthem
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TikTok Users Turn Russian Pro-War Song Into ā€˜LGBT Anthemā€™: A song by the Russian pro-war pop star Shaman is being used in TikTok videos showing same-sex couples ...
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TikTok Users Turn Russian Pro-War Song Into ā€˜LGBT Anthemā€™
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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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Ukraine speaks of shooting down: Russian Air Force loses heavy supersonic ...
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NATO has air defense systems ready for Ukraine, Stoltenberg says: Announcements are expected ā€œin the near future,ā€ the NATO Secretary General said after ...
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NATO has air defense systems ready for Ukraine, Stoltenberg says
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.
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed: An American political magazine reconstructs the Istanbul meetings just a few weeks after the start of the war ...
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Ukraine War: Why the Istanbul Negotiations Failed
Quick Glance: Russia Strikes Chernihiv: 18 Dead, Ukraine Appeals for Air Defense
  • At least 18 people were killed and over 60 wounded in Chernihiv due to Russian missile strikes. Ukrainian officials emphasized that the attack could have been prevented with adequate air defense systems.

  • Russia launched three Iskander cruise missiles at the city, located near the Russian border and previously encircled by Russian troops.

  • Ukraine currently has three Patriot air defense systems but requires 26 for full coverage. Following appeals for more systems, Germany pledged to send an additional one.

  • A $60 billion aid package for Ukraine is stalled in the US Congress, allowing Russia to exploit ammunition and air defense shortages and gain ground in the east.
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ā€˜battlefield laboratories,ā€™ experts say
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Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ā€˜battlefield laboratories ...
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
  • The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israelā€™s war on Gaza.

  • Ruth Patirā€™s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israelā€™s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.

  • Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.

  • It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
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What is the Russian bomber plane that Ukraine says it shot down?: The Ukrainian military said its anti-missile units succeeded for the first time on Friday in ...
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What is the Russian bomber plane that Ukraine says it shot down?
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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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Ukraine successfully shoots down first Russian strategic bomber
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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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Military expert: Ukraine's rapid NATO accession is conceivable
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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: Ukraine shoots down Russian strategic bomber, nine killed
  • Russian officials say the plane crashed over the southern Stavropol region due to a technical malfunction.

  • Ukraine's air force announced that they shot down a Russian strategic bomber with anti-aircraft missiles for the first time since the war began in 2022.

  • The bomber was downed in Russian airspace, 300km from Ukraine's border, after participating in a long-range airstrike that resulted in the death of at least nine people in the central region of Dnipropetrovsk.

  • NATO and the USA are planning to provide additional air defense systems to Ukraine for support.
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NATOā€™s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine: The call comes as Germany plans an ā€˜Immediate Action on Air Defenceā€™ initiative to ...
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NATOā€™s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine
Quick Glance: NATO Urges Allies to Provide Air Defense Systems to Ukraine
  • Beijing is informed by China's president that it is not considered a security threat, as conveyed to the German chancellor.

  • Zelenskyy and his followers advocate for equal treatment: What is feasible for Israel should also apply to Ukraine.

  • The recent investigation by Brussels into Chinese wind turbines coincides with the increasing dominance of Beijing in the global market for solar panels.

  • An examination will be conducted into the impact of Chinese state subsidies on wind turbine operations in Spain, Greece, France, Romania, and Bulgaria.
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers: Russia but not President Vladimir Putin will be invited to the French ceremony in June ...
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Russia but not Putin invited to French D-Day anniversary, say organisers
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Russian attack kills at least 13 in Ukraine's Chernihiv, officials say: A Russian missile attack killed at least 13 residents and damaged buildings and municipal ...
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Russian attack kills at least 13 in Ukraine's Chernihiv, officials say
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ā€œEnergy shockā€ looms: EU remains dependent on Russian LNG imports: The EU wants to reduce LNG imports from Russia. But an import stop would endanger European ...
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ā€œEnergy shockā€ looms: EU remains dependent on Russian LNG imports
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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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Russian Officials Face Restrictions on Foreign Trips, Kremlin Confirms
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 people, damage critical infrastructure
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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 ...
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What will it take for Ukraine to win?: A new Ukrainian counteroffensive against Russia would be extremely daunting and not a sure thing. But it could succeed.
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What will it take for Ukraine to win?
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Kremlin says US aid will not help Ukraine on battlefield: Russia said Thursday that fresh US aid for Ukraine will not change anything on the battlefield ...
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Kremlin says US aid will not help Ukraine on battlefield
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Russia begins to withdraw its peacekeeper forces from Karabakh: The region is now under the full control of Azerbaijan after a brief conflict last year.
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Russia begins to withdraw its peacekeeper forces from Karabakh
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Trump: What's going on in Israel could end up in a world war: "We have a little less than seven months now until November 5, but that's an ...
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Trump: What's going on in Israel could end up in a world war
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
  • In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.

  • The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.

  • Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.

  • The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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Russia claims to have neutralised 20 drones and 2 missiles : Russia said that it had intercepted 20 drones and two ballistic missiles on Thursday (April 18) ...
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Russia claims to have neutralised 20 drones and 2 missiles
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CIA chief warns Ukraine could lose war in 2024 without fresh aid: The CIA chief warned Thursday that Ukraine could lose the war to Russia by the end of this year ...
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CIA chief warns Ukraine could lose war in 2024 without fresh aid
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.
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List: Yulia Navalnaya, the widow of late Russian opposition activist Alexei Navalny ...
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Yulia Navalnaya Appears on Time's '100 Most Influential People' List
Quick Glance: The Legacy of Alexei Navalny: An Interview with Yulia Navalnaya
  • The sudden death of Alexei Navalny has shaken a revolutionary movement and deeply affected his family and friends.

  • Yulia Navalnaya continues her husband's commitment to fight against Putin's regime.

  • She discusses the tragedy, her decision to lead the opposition movement, and the ongoing threat posed by the regime.

  • The Russian opposition unites around the memory of Alexei Navalny and the struggle for a democratic Russia.
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3 Russians parachute from Stratosphere to North Pole, set world record: 3 Russians parachute from Stratosphere to North Pole, set world record
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3 Russians parachute from Stratosphere to North Pole, set world record
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Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat against Russia would lead to WW3
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Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat ...
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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...
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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks
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.
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What's Causing Russia's Record Floods?: What is driving the record-bad flooding that has devastated parts of Russia and Kazakhstan and forced tens of thousands ...
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What's Causing Russia's Record Floods?
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Russia to Hire Contract Soldiers in Bid to Avoid Unpopular Draft: Russia is preparing to enlist more contract soldiers as it tries to avoid a new mass call-up ...
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Russia to Hire Contract Soldiers in Bid to Avoid Unpopular Draft
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Now official: France invites Russia to commemorate the World War: France invites Russia to commemorate the Normandy landings 80 years ago. But Vladimir Putin ...
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Now official: France invites Russia to commemorate the World War
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Russiaā€™s Putin urges restraint in call with Iranā€™s Raisi as tensions soar: Russian president makes comments as Israel weighs its response to Iranian missile and ...
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Russiaā€™s Putin urges restraint in call with Iranā€™s Raisi as tensions soar
Quick Glance: Call for Restraint: Putin Engages With Iran's Raisi
  • During a phone call with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned against further escalation in the Middle East, emphasizing the potential 'catastrophic consequences.'

  • Putin expressed the expectation for all parties to exhibit reasonable restraint to prevent a new round of confrontation that could lead to 'catastrophic consequences' for the entire region, as outlined by the Kremlin's report on the call.

  • The already tense situation in the Middle East heightened over the weekend following Iran and its allies launching over 300 missiles and drones towards Israel. Israel reported successfully intercepting 99% of the projectiles using air defense systems.

  • Moscow and Iran share strong military and political ties. The call on Tuesday was initiated at the request of the Iranian side.
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Big blow for Moscow: Chinese banks are increasingly turning away from Putin: Due to the threat of US sanctions, numerous Chinese banks are now withdrawing from ...
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Big blow for Moscow: Chinese banks are increasingly turning away from ...
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Putinā€™s ex-classmate gets Russiaā€™s Supreme Court top job: Irina Podnosova is one of the many former peers of the Russian president who has landed a top job in ...
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Putinā€™s ex-classmate gets Russiaā€™s Supreme Court top job
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Ukraine backers blast ā€˜double standardā€™ after allies rush to Israelā€™s defense: Zelenskyy and his supporters ask: If you can do it for Israel, why not for ...
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Ukraine backers blast ā€˜double standardā€™ after allies rush to Israelā€™s ...
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German police arrest two men for plotting sabotage on Russia's behalf: The two German-Russian nationals are accused of planning attacks on US military sites ...
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German police arrest two men for plotting sabotage on Russia's behalf
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Macron's double game: France imports Russian LNG like no other: France is taking a hard line in the Ukraine war, but at the same time is increasing its imports ...
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Macron's double game: France imports Russian LNG like no other
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Zelensky condemns attack on Israel: Ukraine also knows the horror of Iranian terror drones
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Zelensky condemns attack on Israel: Ukraine also knows the horror of ...
Quick Glance: Zelensky Condemns Iranian Attack on Israel, Calls for International Support
  • President Zelensky condemned Iran's massive attack on Israel, urging international assistance to prevent further escalation in the Middle East.

  • Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.

  • Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.

  • US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.