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Putin Still Holds the Cards When It Comes to Global Energy: Most of Europe is trying to break free of Russia’s energy dominance, but it's too little and too late ...
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G7 to ban Russian gold imports, choking key market for Putin: The United States said Sunday that the G7 group of nations will ban imports of Russian gold with ...
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Immersion heater: Dress warmly!: Chancellor Olaf Scholz hints at wanting to succeed as a statesman after all. Only for a few nice summit days? That would be ...
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Putin Still Holds the Cards When It Comes to Global Energy: Most of Europe is trying to break free of Russia’s energy dominance, but it's too little and too late ...
time.com/6188955/putin-global-energy/
G7 to ban Russian gold imports, choking key market for Putin: The United States said Sunday that the G7 group of nations will ban imports of Russian gold with ...
deccanherald.com/international/g7-to-ban-russian-gold-imports-choking-key-market-for-putin-1121551.html
Immersion heater: Dress warmly!: Chancellor Olaf Scholz hints at wanting to succeed as a statesman after all. Only for a few nice summit days? That would be ...
wiwo.de/politik/deutschland/tauchsieder-zieht-euch-warm-an/28455874.html
US to grow at double the rate of G7 peers this year, says IMF: Fund also upgrades inflation forecasts as strong demand and tight labour market delay possible Fed ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
'The war in Ukraine has, in practice, thrown Russia into China's arms': In the global balance of power, Russia's pivot towards China and its possible integration ...
lemonde.fr/en/opinion/article/2024/04/17/the-war-in-ukraine-has-in-practice-thrown-russia-into-china-s-arms_6668676_23.html
US Imposes Sanctions on Use of Russian Metals on Exchanges: The US and UK imposed new restrictions on trading Russian aluminum, copper and nickel that will ...
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Quick Glance: US Imposes Sanctions on Russian Metals at Exchanges
- The US and UK imposed new restrictions on trading Russian aluminum, copper, and nickel that will impact global metal markets, aiming to limit President Vladimir Putin’s ability to fund his war efforts.
- The rules ban the delivery of new supplies from Russia to the London Metal Exchange and the Chicago Mercantile Exchange. While non-US entities can still buy physical Russian metals, the restrictions are expected to influence prices on the LME, a key benchmark in global contracts.
- The sanctions will also affect traders' handling of Russian metal, potentially leading to discounts compared to other sources. The move aims to reduce Russia's earnings while avoiding broad sanctions on crucial metals. Russian metals exports were valued at $25 billion in 2022 and $15 billion in 2023.
- The restrictions aim to prevent market disruptions seen in past sanctions and mark a significant shift in the metal supply chain dynamics. Palladium and titanium, major Russian-supplied metals, are not subject to these restrictions.
Why Ukraine is losing the war with Russia: The West’s failure to send weapons to Kyiv is putting Putin on course for victory.
politico.eu/article/why-ukraine-losing-russia-war/
Quick Glance: Ukraine War: Chernihiv Hit by Russian Rocket Strike
- Chernihiv targeted again with Russian rocket strikes resulting in multiple deaths
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister calls for increased air defense from allies
- Kremlin confirms reduction of troops in conflict region of Nagorno-Karabakh
- Charkiv at risk of becoming 'second Aleppo' - fatalities and injuries reported
Joe Biden convenes G7 in response to Iran’s ‘brazen’ attack on Israel : US president reaffirms ‘ironclad’ backing for ally in call with Benjamin Netanyahu
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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.
Putin Urges Restraint in Call With Iran's Raisi: Russian President Vladimir Putin warned during a phone call with his Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi on ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/putin-urges-restraint-in-call-with-irans-raisi-a84860
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.
US urges EU to tell China to halt transfer of weapons parts to Russia: Officials point to growing co-operation between Beijing and Moscow on production of arms ...
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French judicial authorities seize properties belonging to Putin associates: A villa in the Basque Country linked to Vladimir Putin's ex-wife and a Paris ...
lemonde.fr/en/les-decodeurs/article/2024/04/17/french-judicial-authorities-seize-property-belonging-to-putin-associates_6668750_8.html
Russian space chief says new rocket will put Falcon 9 reuse to shame: There's just one catch...
arstechnica.com/space/2024/04/russian-space-chief-says-new-rocket-will-put-falcon-9-reuse-to-shame/
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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Iran-Israel: Putin tells West Asia to pull back from a catastrophic clash : President Putin has expressed hope that all sides will show reasonable restraint and ...
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Russia-Ukraine War: Putin Says Moscow Forced to Respond to Energy Attack: Russian President Vladimir Putin said his forces launched an attack that destroyed the ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/putin-says-russia-forced-to-respond-to-ukraine-energy-attacks
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Nepotism in Russia: Putin's former college friend appointed supreme judge: From now on, the Russian judiciary will be led by an old companion of the Kremlin ...
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Europe should talk less and prepare more against Russian threat, says Finnish president
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Quick Glance: Finland’s Stubb Calls for Improved Structuring of EU and NATO Defence Tasks
- Finland's President Alexander Stubb aims for a clear distinction between EU and NATO in defense matters, emphasizing the need for better integration of defense capabilities within the two organizations.
- Stubb highlighted the importance of NATO setting priorities and the EU playing a significant role in developing defense capabilities through funding, technology, and industrial policy.
- The EU is set to review a new EU-wide defense market scheme, the European Defence Investment Programme (EDIP), to promote joint procurement of defense products.
- Stubb advocates for the EU to play a larger role in defense to strengthen European defense forces and reduce reliance on the United States for security matters.
Ukraine’s top commander says eastern frontline has ‘significantly worsened’: Outgunned forces struggle to halt multipronged and intensifying Russian offensive
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What happens if Ukraine loses?: Russian victory would be debilitating for the West, and especially for Europe
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/what-happens-if-ukraine-loses
Russian athletes in limbo as Moscow weighs neutral label at Paris Olympics: With 100 days to go until the Paris Olympics, it’s still not clear whether any ...
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US says Russia’s arms trade with North Korea violates sanctions: The US ambassador to the United Nations said Russia’s arms trade with North Korea breaches ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/17/us-says-russia-s-arms-trade-with-north-korea-violates-sanctions
As Russia’s attacks step up, Ukraine fears waning Western support: An interview with the country’s new national security chief
economist.com/europe/2024/04/15/as-russias-attacks-step-up-ukraine-fears-waning-western-support
China’s Exports to Russia Slump Amid US Threat of War Sanctions: China’s exports to Russia slumped in March, the first year-on-year decline since mid-2022 ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-16/china-s-exports-to-russia-slump-amid-us-threat-of-war-sanctions
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Ukraine Can Win Its War Against Russia If West Supports It as Much as Israel: The contrast between Western allies’ response to Iran's missile attacks and ...
bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-17/ukraine-can-win-its-war-against-russia-if-west-supports-it-as-much-as-israel
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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 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/yulia-navalnaya-appears-on-times-100-most-influential-people-list-a84871
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.
Tomorrow's "cannon fodder": War museums prepare Russian students for early death: “Special military operations” museums are springing up like mushrooms in ...
n-tv.de/politik/Kriegs-Museen-bereiten-russische-Schueler-auf-fruehen-Tod-vor-article24878145.html
Putin ready to negotiate - under conditions: Putin said Russia could negotiate with Ukraine to end the war if no "ideas are imposed" on it.
de.euronews.com/2024/04/12/putin-offen-fur-verhandlungen-aber-ohne-aufgezwungene-vorstellungen-anderer
Biden vows G7 response, ‘ironclad’ US support for Israel after Iran attacks: US president reiterates support for Israel in call with Netanyahu amid reports that ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/14/biden-vows-g7-response-ironclad-us-support-for-israel-after-iran-attacks
Kremlin comments on decision to exclude Putin from 80th anniversary of Normandy landings
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Putin Fan Russell Bentley Abducted in Ukraine—Allegedly by Russian Troops: Russell Bentley’s wife says he was snatched by Russian soldiers, and now his friends ...
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Scholz says he asked Xi to 'put pressure on Russia' to end invasion
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Quick Glance: Scholz Organizes Crisis Diplomacy in China
- Scholz condemns Iran's attacks on Israel and plans crisis communication with G7 partners.
- China trip focusing on economy and geopolitical role, despite dilemma in relations.
- Business delegation accompanies Scholz, de-risking in other countries, export wave heading towards Germany.
- Scholz aims to influence China regarding Ukraine conflict and Iran crisis, despite existing dependencies.
U.S. Teases New Sanctions Targeting Russian Arctic LNG; "There will be more, I promise" Official Says
highnorthnews.com/en/us-teases-new-sanctions-targeting-russian-arctic-lng-there-will-be-more-i-promise-official-says
Iran attacks Israel: Iranian president calls Putin : From Russia where the Kremlin says Iran's President has called Vladimir Putin to discuss the attack on ...
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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 ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/medienbericht-frankreich-laedt-russland-zu-weltkrieggedenken-ein-kommt-putin-li.2206398
Russian Peacekeepers Withdrawing From Nagorno-Karabakh, Kremlin Confirms: The Kremlin confirmed Azerbaijani media reports on Wednesday that Russian peacekeepers ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/russian-peacekeepers-withdrawing-from-nagorno-karabakh-kremlin-confirms-a84869
Peace conference as a "freak show": Russia's President regrets that his country was not invited to Switzerland. Putin: "It would be funny if it weren't so sad" ...
weltwoche.de/daily/friedenskonferenz-als-freakshow-russlands-praesident-bedauert-dass-russland-nicht-in-die-schweiz-eingeladen-wurde-es-waere-lustig-wenn-es-nicht-so-traurig-waere/
Putin’s ex-classmate gets Russia’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 ...
politico.eu/article/vladimir-putin-ex-classmate-irina-podnosova-given-russia-supreme-court-top-job/
China Providing Geospatial Intelligence to Russia, US Warns: The US is warning allies that China has stepped up its support for Russia, including by providing ...
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Ukraine warns it lacked missiles to protect power plant from Russian attack: The Trypilska thermal power station, a major electricity supplier to Kyiv region ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/ukraine-says-it-ran-out-of-missiles-to-stop-russian-strike-on-power-plant
Russian Oil Is Once Again Trading Far Above the G-7’s Price Cap Everywhere: Russian oil is trading far in excess of a Group of Seven price cap that’s supposed to ...
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Iran has just strengthened Netanyahu’s hand: Israeli leader had been facing the heat over Gaza, but Tehran’s direct assault now makes it hard for allies to rein ...
politico.eu/article/iran-israel-attach-benjamin-netanyahu-gaza-war/
Ukraine's air defenses full of holes: Russia's attacks are becoming more devastating
nzz.ch/international/loechrige-flugabwehr-der-ukraine-russlands-angriffe-werden-verheerender-ld.1826311
Putin's secret war with Austria: The new Cold War has long since begun. Russia wants to undermine the West politically, militarily and economically ...
profil.at/investigativ/putins-geheimer-krieg-mit-oesterreich/402854173
My Hometown Belgorod Is Under Near-Daily Attack. But Russia Has Forgotten Us: Opinion | After two years of war between Russia and Ukraine, what inhabitants of ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/my-hometown-belgorod-is-under-near-daily-attack-but-russia-has-forgotten-us-a84857
Germany to send new missiles to Ukraine as army struggles on eastern front: Germany says it will hand over Patriot air defence system and missiles ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/13/germany-to-send-new-missiles-to-ukraine-as-army-struggles-on-eastern-front
Quick Glance: Germany Delivers Additional Patriot System to Ukraine
- The German government is delivering another Patriot air defense system to Ukraine to strengthen its defense against Russia.
- Defense Minister Pistorius emphasizes the importance of support given the Russian aggression and destruction in Ukraine.
- Foreign Minister Baerbock highlights the role of the Patriot system in enhancing the protection of the Ukrainian population.
- Ukrainian President Selenskyj has repeatedly called for more Patriot systems to defend against missile and drone attacks on his country.
J.D. Vance is dead wrong about Ukraine aid: The junior senator from Ohio would be well advised to do some homework before expressing his opinions on a topic he ...
thehill.com/opinion/international/4597442-j-d-vance-is-dead-wrong-about-ukraine-aid/
America’s moment of truth on Ukraine: Republicans have a stark choice: help Zelenskyy or pay fealty to Trump
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Russia Urges ‘Restraint’ After Iranian Attack on Israel: Russia on Sunday urged all sides to "show restraint" after Iran launched an unprecedented missile and ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/14/russia-urges-restraint-after-iranian-attack-on-israel-a84835
EU fiddles on Middle East as Ukraine burns: EU leaders look set to focus on Iran — where there is little they can achieve — while still failing to flex real ...
politico.eu/article/middle-east-consumes-more-attention-than-ukraine-eu-leaders-meeting-summit/
US Says Russia’s Arms Trade With North Korea Violates Sanctions: The US ambassador to the United Nations said Russia’s arms trade with North Korea breaches ...
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Russia's Alexei Navalny penned secret memoir before his death, says widow: Russian opposition politician Alexei Navalny wrote an autobiography before he died ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-alexei-navalny-penned-secret-memoir-before-his-death-says-widow-2024-04-11/
Quick Glance: Aleksei Navalny's Memoir: Defiance and Inspiration
- Before his death, Aleksei Navalny, a prominent Russian opposition leader, documented his life and activism in a memoir.
- 'Patriot,' the memoir, is set for release in October with a substantial initial print run and international availability.
- Despite facing various challenges from the Russian government, Navalny's memoir stands as a bold statement of resistance.
- His widow hopes that the memoir will encourage others to stand up for justice and uphold important values.
COMMENTARY: Russian President Vladimir Putin recently threatened to station troops near the country’s border with Finland again ... Show more
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Dictatorships have never been closer — it's time for democracies to do the same: A shift in policy towards authoritarian countries, primarily regarding China and ...
euronews.com/2024/04/15/dictatorships-have-never-been-closer-its-time-for-democracies-to-do-the-same
Meet Russia’s Christian soldier who wants to oust Putin: “When we have enough forces, we will liberate a whole Russian region. We will set up a government … The ...
politico.eu/article/meet-russia-christian-soldier-who-wants-to-oust-putin/
She Photographed Russian Political Prisoners. Now She's Charged With 'Extremism.'
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/16/she-photographed-russian-political-prisoners-now-shes-charged-with-extremism-a84848
Russia Targets Ukraine Power System With Ballistic Missiles: Russia fired high-speed ballistic missiles at Ukraine’s capital and western region that borders ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/russia-targets-kyiv-western-ukraine-in-ballistic-missile-strike
Ralf Fücks: "Why don't we defend Ukraine as resolutely as Israel?": In an interview, the Green Party thought leader warns against the Tehran-Moscow axis.
stern.de/politik/ralf-fuecks---warum-verteidigen-wir-die-ukraine-nicht-genauso-entschieden-wie-israel---34629834.html
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’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.
Russia Halts Flights to Israel, Jordan, Iran Following Attack on Israel: Russia has suspended flights to Israel, Jordan and Iraq after Tehran launched an ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/14/russia-halts-flights-to-israel-jordan-iran-following-attack-on-israel-a84834
Russia Arrests Four Accused of Helping Ukraine Army: Russia arrested four people Wednesday, accusing them of sending money to Ukrainian armed forces and planning ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/17/russia-arrests-four-accused-of-helping-ukraine-army-a84872
Russia is struggling to find its missing soldiers: Vladimir Putin’s war has left thousands of searching families in limbo
economist.com/europe/2024/04/11/russia-is-struggling-to-find-its-missing-soldiers
Putin's propaganda fuels Trump's isolationism: Many Americans are tired of the war in Ukraine. This is deliberately fueled by Russian propaganda on the Internet ...
nzz.ch/international/putins-propaganda-schuert-trumps-isolationismus-ld.1825594
Putin Thrives on West’s Paralysis in Providing Military Aid to Ukraine: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-16/putin-thrives-on-west-s-paralysis-in-providing-military-aid-to-ukraine
EU Braces for Slovakia’s Shift Toward Russia: Welcome to the Brussels Edition, Bloomberg’s daily briefing on what matters most in the heart of the European Union ...
bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2024-04-08/eu-braces-for-slovakia-s-shift-toward-russia
UK’s Cameron Says US Aid to Ukraine Is Investment in Security: UK Foreign Secretary David Cameron urged the US Congress to treat aid to Ukraine as “an investment ...
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Quick Glance: Cameron Warns US Politicians Against Russia Appeasement
- UK Foreign Secretary intensifies efforts to secure aid for Ukraine but faces rejection from a senior Republican.
- Cameron warns against 'appeasement' and emphasizes the need for military aid to Kyiv.
- Despite meetings with top US officials, Cameron failed to gain support from US Republicans.
- He faced limited reception on Capitol Hill and struggled to make an impact.
Russian Shelling Kills 4 in Ukraine's Donetsk Region: Russian shelling killed four people in eastern Ukraine's Donetsk region, authorities said Monday ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/15/russian-shelling-kills-4-in-ukraines-donetsk-region-a84842
Russian political scientist: Putin's people dream of a GDR that never existed: Putin is known as a fan of Yuri Andropov, who died in 1984. Yekaterina Schulmann ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/russische-politologin-putins-leute-traeumen-von-einer-ddr-die-es-nie-gegeben-hat-li.2205977
Japan doubles down on the US alliance as China looms: Tokyo and Washington are both determined to prevent Beijing from dominating the Indo-Pacific
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Quick Glance: U.S., Japan to Announce Military Cooperation and Joint NASA Lunar Mission
- The United States and Japan will commit to modernizing their military alliance this week to establish an operational hub for their defense partnership in the Pacific.
- They will outline a vision for an integrated air defense network linking Japanese, Australian, and U.S. sensors to enhance regional threat detection.
- An announcement is expected that a Japanese astronaut will participate in a NASA moon mission, marking a significant milestone in space exploration collaboration.
- The deepened relationship between the two countries will also focus on expanding cooperation in space exploration, defense equipment production, and economic investments, particularly in the electric-vehicle battery manufacturing sector.
Björn Höcke versus Mario Voigt: what they said about the war in Ukraine in the TV duel
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Quick Glance: Voigt accuses Höcke of 'dilly-dallying' after TV duel
- Thuringia's CDU leader Mario Voigt defends public confrontation with AfD far-right extremist Björn Höcke as meaningful.
- Voigt highlights differences between CDU and Höcke's far-right extremist group.
- Poll shows 29% support for AfD in Thuringia despite Höcke's extremism.
- Voigt advocates for reason and warns against chaos from exiting Euro and EU.
Telegram platform to hit 1 bln users within year, founder says: The Telegram messaging app, one of the most popular social media platforms in Ukraine and Russia ...
reuters.com/technology/telegram-platform-hit-1-bln-users-within-year-founder-says-2024-04-17/
AfD federal executive warns three Bavarian MPs: Andreas Jurca, Elena Roon and Ulrich Singer traveled through Russia as "democracy experts" when President Putin ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/afd-russland-wahlbeobachter-abmahnung-1.6553797
Belgium, Czechia ask EU to step in against Russia's elections interference: The governments of Belgium and Czechia sent a letter to other EU leaders on ...
kyivindependent.com/belgium-czechia-russa/
US says China is boosting Russia's war machine in Ukraine: China is backing Russia's war effort in Ukraine by helping Moscow in its biggest military buildup ...
euractiv.com/section/china/news/us-says-china-is-boosting-russias-war-machine-in-ukraine/
Quick Glance: China Supports Russia in Weapons Manufacturing with Impact on Ukraine
- China is aiding Russia in significantly expanding its defense industrial base, leading to the most ambitious military manufacturing since the Soviet era. The support includes a variety of machine tools, drone and turbojet engines, as well as technologies for cruise missiles, microelectronics, and nitrocellulose used in weapons propellant. Chinese and Russian entities are also collaborating on drone production in Russia.
- The assistance from China is significantly influencing Russia's ability to continue its assault on Ukraine, while Ukraine's military struggles with equipment shortages, exacerbated by Republicans blocking a vote on new American military aid. US officials attribute Russia's rapid military build-up largely to Chinese support, with China accounting for 90% of Russia's microelectronics imports in 2023.
- President Biden and Secretary of State Blinken have raised concerns about China's support for Russia's defense industrial base and are trying to persuade China to cease this practice. Pressure on China continues to ensure that companies do not provide support to the Russian defense sector, which could have significant consequences.
- China is assisting Russia in enhancing its satellite and space capabilities for use in Ukraine. The US is actively engaging with banks worldwide to establish compliance systems to avoid inadvertent involvement in supporting the Russian defense industrial base, which would result in sanctions. Efforts to convince China to halt this support are ongoing to prevent further bolstering of Russia's military capabilities.
G7 leaders to meet over Iran attack on Israel: The G7 will “coordinate a united diplomatic response to Iran’s brazen attack,” U.S. President Biden said.
politico.eu/article/g7-leaders-to-meet-over-iran-attack-on-israel/
Putin Warns Ally Iran Against Escalating ‘Disastrous’ Conflict After Attack On Israel
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Ukraine Will Become NATO Member, Predicts Former NATO Deputy Secretary-General: As NATO approaches its 75th anniversary, the military alliance faces an ...
rferl.org/a/ukraine-nato-member-gottemoeller-interview-tavberidze-russia/32906194.html
Russia puts 'conditions' for resuming the suspended nuclear treaty with US
wionews.com/world/russia-puts-conditions-for-resuming-the-suspended-nuclear-treaty-with-us-710778
Ukraine War: Strikes on Power Plant, Kharkiv Stoke Fears of Russian Breakthrough: Russia’s missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy system, the bombardment of its ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-11/strikes-on-power-plant-kharkiv-stoke-fears-of-russian-breakthrough
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Russia Sends Instructors, Air Defense System to Niger: Russian military instructors have arrived in Niger with an air defense system and other equipment as part ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/12/russia-sends-instructors-air-defense-system-to-niger-a84819
Sources: HUR confirms attack on Russian bomber factory in Tatarstan: A factory in Russia's Tatarstan producing bomber aircraft for the Russian military was ...
kyivindependent.com/sources-hur-confirms-attack-on-russian-bomber-factory-in-tatarstan/
Is Ukraine’s Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant at risk of an ‘accident’?: Global powers raise alarm after latest drone attack on Russian-held nuclear facility hits ...
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/16/is-ukraines-zaphorizhzhia-nuclear-plant-at-risk-of-an-accident
The World Missed the Warning of 2014 Ukraine Invasion: Opinion | Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Feb. 24 2022 deserves a place in history books for ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/12/the-world-missed-the-warning-of-2014-ukraine-invasion-a84797
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