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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.
Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
apnews.com/article/poland-espinonage-ukraine-russia-zelenskyy-plot-a7e3f5944ba165dd30b271840ffa9f95
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.
First time in history: Denmark buys weapons for Ukrainian military from Ukrainian companies
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451837/
Zelenskyy: Ukraine to issue 10 Bohdana howitzers for first time, more coming in May
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451824/
Latvia calls for help in protecting Ukrainian skies, as in Israel : Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa believes that it is now crucial to help Ukraine protect ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451713/
Bloomberg: Russian diesel exports continue to drop amid Ukrainian drone strikes on oil refineries
kyivindependent.com/bloomberg-russian-diesel-exports-continue-to-drop-amid-drone-strikes-on-oil-refineries/
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.
Burkina Faso's pro-Russia junta expels French diplomats: The junta has accused three diplomats of "subversive activities", which France has denied.
bbc.com/news/world-africa-68846771
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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Russia to grow faster than all advanced economies says IMF: The IMF estimates Russia's economy will grow faster than the likes of the US, UK and Germany this ...
bbc.com/news/business-68823399
Pole detained for proposing to assist Russian secret services in assassination attempt on Zelenskyy
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451862/
2,000 Ukrainian-made electronic warfare systems now in use by Ukraine's Defence Forces
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451704/
Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of long-stalled Congress aid vote: Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68840261
Polish, Ukrainian authorities expose Pole who allegedly offered to assassinate Zelensky for Russia
kyivindependent.com/polish-ukrainian-authorities-detain-pole-who-allegedly-offered-to-assassinate-zelensky-for-russia/
Ukraine's commander-in-chief and defence minister share video of new armoured vehicle of Ukrainian production – video
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451849/
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 ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/kremlin-says-us-aid-will-not-help-ukraine-on-battlefield
Air Force: Ukraine downs 13 Russian drones overnight on April 18: The drones were intercepted by Ukrainian anti-aircraft units and mobile fire groups in Kherson ...
kyivindependent.com/air-force-ukraine-downs-13-out-of-13-russian-drones-overnight-on-april-18/
Russia, Iran turning Israel and Ukraine into ‘battlefield laboratories,’ experts say
thehill.com/homenews/4601166-russia-iran-israel-ukraine-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 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.
Ukrainian goalkeeper secures Real Madrid's spot in Champions League semi-finals : Real Madrid has defeated Manchester City in the second leg of the Champions ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451748/
Ukraine: Attack on Dzhankoi base allegedly with Atacms missiles: While the Ukrainian troops are under pressure at the front, they are trying to hit the enemy far ...
nzz.ch/international/ukraine-angriff-auf-basis-dschankoi-angeblich-mit-atacms-raketen-ld.1826882
Coordinated and large-scale – ISW on Ukrainian strikes against Russian targets in Crimea and Mordovia
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451751/
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.
euronews.com/2024/04/18/russia-begins-to-withdraw-its-peacekeeper-forces-from-karabakh
Fewer Russians Getting Married Despite State's Encouragement to Start Families – Official Data
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/fewer-russians-getting-married-despite-states-encouragement-to-start-families-official-data-a84886
China foreign ministry welcomes Blinken's visit to China as tensions simmer: China's foreign ministry on Thursday welcomed U.S. Secretary of State Antony ...
reuters.com/world/china-foreign-ministry-welcomes-blinkens-visit-china-tensions-simmer-2024-04-18/
Water levels rise in rivers in Russia's Kurgan, Tomsk regions: Water levels have continued to rise in the Tobol and Ob rivers in Russia's Kurgan and Tomsk ...
reuters.com/world/europe/water-levels-rise-rivers-russias-kurgan-tomsk-regions-2024-04-18/
Ukrainian Security Service detains former MP's assistant who financed Russian National Guard in Crimea – photo
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451818/
Central Asia: Welcome to the ‘opportunity zone’: The Great Game’s got a new name.
eurasianet.org/central-asia-welcome-to-the-opportunity-zone
GOP lawmaker slams Republican colleagues over Ukraine support: ‘They would like to see the Russians win’
thehill.com/homenews/house/4603977-gop-lawmaker-slams-republican-colleagues-over-ukraine-support-they-would-like-to-see-the-russians-win/
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 ...
euronews.com/2024/04/18/german-police-arrest-two-men-for-plotting-sabotage-on-russias-behalf
At least 10 killed in Russian attack on Chernihiv, Zelensky says ｜ DPA: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for more air defence support from Western ...
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Virtual backdoor in Windows: IT experts stop malware controlled by Russia: Russia's secret service is apparently using software that has now been uncovered ...
spiegel.de/netzwelt/cyberkrieg-it-experten-stoppen-aus-russland-gesteuerte-schadsoftware-a-266b5bcd-3a96-4b5e-8d9e-591b62a163fa
Biden urges Congress to pass Ukraine aid bill as Kyiv warns its defeat against Russia would lead to WW3
wionews.com/world/biden-urges-congress-to-pass-ukraine-aid-bill-as-kyiv-warns-its-defeat-against-russia-would-lead-to-ww3-712538
We need to outmanoeuvre Putin in our determination – Zelenskyy at European Council meeting
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451746/
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) ...
wionews.com/world/russia-claims-to-have-neutralized-20-drones-and-2-missiles-712519
Border Guard: Polish farmers renew blockade at 2 border crossings with Ukraine: Protesting Polish farmers have temporarily renewed the blockade of trucks at the ...
kyivindependent.com/border-guard-polish-farmers-renew-blockade-at-2-border-crossings/
Kyiv Independent editor-in-chief shortlisted for Gongadze Prize for journalism: Kyiv Independent Editor-in-Chief Olga Rudenko has been shortlisted for the ...
kyivindependent.com/kyiv-independent-editor-in-chief-shortlisted-gongadze-award/
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 ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/whats-causing-russias-record-floods-a84893
ECB’s Lagarde digs in as US pushes Europe on using Russian assets for Ukraine aid
politico.eu/article/ecbs-lagarde-digs-in-as-us-pushes-europe-on-using-russian-assets-for-ukraine-aid/
Russia accuses Ukraine of shelling medical facilities and of killing medical staff
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/18/russia-accuses-ukraine-of-shelling-medical-facilities-and-of-killing-medical-staff-
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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Moskowitz trolls Greene with foreign aid amendments: Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-Fla.) trolled Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) with a pair of amendments that ...
thehill.com/homenews/house/4602827-moskowitz-trolls-greene-with-foreign-aid-amendments/
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.
Poll: Ukrainians see Polish blockade as most negative external factor: Ukrainians see tense relations with Poland, namely the ongoing blockade by Polish farmers ...
kyivindependent.com/poll-ukrainians-see-polish-blockade-as-most-negative-foreign-policy-factor/
Ukrainian writer Dmytro Kapranov dies at 56: Ukrainian writer and public figure Dmytro Kapranov died on April 16, according to the Kapranov brothers’ official ...
kyivindependent.com/ukrainian-writer-dmytro-kapranov-dies-at-56/
Zelensky confirms Ukraine struck Russian military airfield in occupied Crimea: Ukrainian forces carried out an attack early on April 17 against a Russian ...
kyivindependent.com/ukranine-strikes-dzhankoi/
Ukrainian NGO repatriates six more children from Russian occupation - Euromaidan Press
euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/18/ukrainian-ngo-repatriates-six-more-children-from-russian-occupation/
161 Ukrainian children abducted by Russia found in Germany: National Police Chief Ivan Vyhivskyi has reported how many Ukrainian children abducted by Russia were ...
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451586/
Mi-8 helicopter destroyed in Russia – Ukrainian intelligence: A Mi-8 transport helicopter has been destroyed at the Kryazh air base in the Russian city of Samara ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3853394-mi8-helicopter-destroyed-in-russia-ukrainian-intelligence.html
Spy scandal revives fears of Austrian exposure to Russia: Egisto Ott was detained last month on suspicion of spying for Russia, prompting a raft of allegations.
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68833834
At Least 7 People Killed in Russian Floods – IStories: At least seven people have been killed in historic flooding that hit the Ural Mountains cities of Orenburg ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/at-least-7-people-killed-in-russian-floods-istories-a84879
Microsoft says Russian disinformation campaign targeting US election has begun: The focus of the new campaign is to spread "divisive content ...
kyivindependent.com/microsoft-says-russian-disinformation-campaign-targeting-us-election-has-begun/
Germany urges dozen of allies to send air defence systems to Ukraine: Berlin launches global call to help protect cities, troops and infrastructure from Russia’s ...
ft.com/content/6db9f905-2dc3-41fd-b57a-1d062a62cc69
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/
NATO’s Stoltenberg asks allies to give air defense systems to Ukraine: The call comes as Germany plans an ‘Immediate Action on Air Defence’ initiative to ...
politico.eu/article/nato-secretary-general-jens-stoltenberg-asks-allies-give-air-defense-systems-ukraine-russia-attacks/
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.
Russians attack critical infrastructure in Ivano-Frankivsk Oblast, Ukrainian air defence downs all drones
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/18/7451763/
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 Says Neutralized 20 Drones, 2 Missiles: Russia on Thursday said it had neutralized 20 drones and two ballistic missiles in areas bordering Ukraine ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/russia-says-neutralized-20-drones-2-missiles-a84877
Ukraine's asset recovery agency prepares over 260 paintings belonging to Putin's crony Medvedchuk for sale
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451667/
Ukrainian court sentences Russian captive to 12 years' imprisonment for firing on civilian car near Bucha
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451656/
How Russia targeted France and radicalised Emmanuel Macron: He is now one of Europe’s leading Russia hawks
economist.com/europe/2024/04/18/how-russia-targeted-france-and-radicalised-emmanuel-macron
Ukraine war latest: Russian missile launchers, radar stations destroyed in Crimea, Ukraine ups production of Bohdana howitzers
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-russian-radar-stations-destroyed-in-crimea-ukraine-ups-production-of-bohdana-howitzers/
Polish citizen accused of spying for Russia in potential plot to assassinate Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
abcnews.go.com/International/polish-citizen-accused-spying-russia-zelenskyy-assassination-plot/story
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 ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-attack-kills-people-ukraines-chernihiv-hits-infrastructure-governor-says-2024-04-17/
Russian court orders retrial of physicist jailed for treason: Russia's Supreme Court on Wednesday annulled a treason verdict against a physicist sentenced to 12 ...
reut.rs/4aEj9zy
Reuters: Ukraine says Russia's use of illegal tear gas on battlefield is increasing
kyivindependent.com/reuters-ukraine-says-russias-use-of-illegal-tear-gas-on-battlefield-is-increasing/
Guarding The Memory Of The Brutal Russian Siege Of Chernihiv, As Bombs Fall Again
rferl.org/a/ukraine-russia-siege-invasion-memory/32911161.html
WATCH: Ukrainian Paratroopers Destroy Russian Tank and Infantry Fighting Vehicle: The 71 st Separate Jaeger Brigade carried out the strikes using FPV drones.
kyivpost.com/post/31262
Poland’s President Becomes the Latest Leader to Visit Donald Trump as Allies Eye a Possible Return
japannews.yomiuri.co.jp/news-services/ap/20240418-181033/
Quick Glance: Trump to Meet Polish President Duda as NATO Leaders Push for Ukraine Support
- Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump plans to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda to discuss support for Ukraine.
- European leaders are concerned about Trump's critical stance towards NATO, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Poland hopes Duda can leverage his friendly ties with Trump to garner more support for Ukraine.
- The relationship between Poland and the Biden administration, along with GOP criticism of Ukraine aid, are also topics of discussion.
Ukrainian PM stresses urgency of aid: ‘We need support for yesterday, not today’: Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal called on the House to approve further ...
thehill.com/policy/international/4603090-ukrainian-pm-stresses-urgency-of-aid-we-need-support-for-yesterday-not-today/
“Maischberger”: “We should work on Merkel’s closeness to Russia,” says the CDU man
welt.de/vermischtes/article251084430/Maischberger-Merkels-Russland-Naehe-sollten-wir-aufarbeiten-sagt-der-CDU-Mann.html
Zelenskyy: Ukrainian military attacked Russian airfield in occupied Crimea: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Wednesday that the Ukrainian military had ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/17/zelenskyy-ukrainian-military-attacked-russian-airfield-in-occupied-crimea
Source: Ukraine strikes radar station in Russia's Mordovia Republic: Ukrainian drones attacked a military unit in the city of Kovylkino in Russia's ...
kyivindependent.com/source-ukraine-strikes-radar-station-in-russias-mordovia-republic/
Total of 71 clashes occur in a day, with most Russian assaults on Bakhmut front – Ukraine's General Staff report
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451703/
Ukrainian paratroopers destroy Russian tank and infantry fighting vehicle: Soldiers of the Ukrainian Air Assault Forces destroyed an enemy tank and infantry ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3853264-ukrainian-paratroopers-destroy-russian-tank-and-infantry-fighting-vehicle.html
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.
Ukrainian forces destroy Russian air defense systems in Crimea: On April 17, Ukrainian forces launched a series of missile strikes targeting the Russian military ...
defence-blog.com/ukrainian-forces-destroy-russian-air-defense-systems-in-crimea/
Many dead and injured after attack on Chernihiv: A heavy missile attack by Russia on Ukraine hits the regional capital Chernihiv. The authorities speak of many ...
fr.de/politik/viele-tote-und-verletzte-nach-angriff-auf-tschernihiw-zr-93016540.html
Banned in Russia after anthem for stray animals goes viral: Artist Ap$ent became popular across Eastern Europe after his song about fleeing Belarus went viral as ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68826576
Delay in US aid could lead to operationally significant gains for Russian forces – ISW
pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/17/7451577/
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