Moscow's crackdown on media: Russia declares medium 'Medusa' 'undesirable'

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Georgia's ex-president Saakashvili: "Putin has called for my physical destruction"

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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 ...

apnews.com/article/house-ukraine-speaker-johnson-mtg-68a810a998381dfd9f4c3c4e452b9f51

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.

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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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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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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.

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Foreign Minister Baerbock at the G7 meeting in Italy: Finally, hope!: The fear is great: there is a threat of major escalation in the Middle East and things are ...

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Germany cuffs alleged Russian spies over plot to bomb industrial and military targets

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Poland’s Allure for Tajikistan’s Exiles: Despite recent right-wing populist rule, Warsaw has become a base for the Central Asian country’s refugees and political ...

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Quick Glance: Poland's Appeal for Tajikistan's Exiles

Asliddin Sherzamonov sought refuge from the oppression in Tajikistan and found a new home in Poland, along with many Pamiris, an ethnic minority.

Pamiris practice Ismailism, a sect of Shia Islam, and have independent leaders who often hold more influence than state authorities.

The National Alliance of Tajikistan, a coalition of opposition parties and groups, operates from Warsaw against President Rahmon's regime.

Poland has emerged as a key hub for the Tajik opposition in Europe, hosting political leaders, independent journalists, and activists working against Rahmon's rule.

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Press conference: This is what Baerbock says about the situation in the Middle East

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Germany's Baerbock angry over public reports about row with Netanyahu ｜ DPA: German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has expressed her anger at reports ...

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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 ...

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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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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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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The European Central Bank is poised to order Italy's UniCredit to cut back its business with Russia, sources said, as the regulator exerts pressure to choke ...

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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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Russian Officials Face Restrictions on Foreign Trips, Kremlin Confirms: Russian officials face various restrictions on their ability to travel abroad ...

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G7 gives Iran sharp warning not to send ballistic missiles to Russia: ‘We are prepared to respond in a swift and coordinated manner’ if Tehran sends missiles to ...

politico.eu/article/g7-gives-iran-sharp-warning-not-to-send-ballistic-missiles-to-russia/

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Poland arrests 2 over brutal attack on Navalny ally in Lithuania: “Do not try to repeat it,” Lithuanian president warned perpetrators.

politico.eu/article/poland-arrest-attack-alexei-navalny-leonid-volkov-lithuania/

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Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 people, damage critical infrastructure

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AfD slips to second place in survey in Saxony-Anhalt: In all East German federal states, the AfD is the strongest force in surveys - until now ...

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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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Secret Russian foreign policy document urges action to weaken the U.S.: Russia’s Foreign Ministry has been gathering data on the vulnerabilities of its Western ...

washingtonpost.com/world/2024/04/17/russia-foreign-policy-us-weaken/

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Russia's Bashneft protects refineries with anti-drone nets, RIA says

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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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Russian war of aggression: Baerbock wants to “scrape together” help for Ukraine, Trump taunts Europe

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Foreign Minister Baerbock at the G7 meeting in Capri: It's tragic: Ukraine war or escalation in the Middle East: The G7 meeting in Italy is a fight against ...

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Baerbock's promises on ARD cause ridicule: “It would be helpful to show subtitles” - Video

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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 ...

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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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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Ukraine's growing arms sector thwarted by cash shortages and attacks: Hundreds of Ukrainian businesses making weapons and military equipment have sprung up since ...

reuters.com/world/europe/ukraines-growing-arms-sector-thwarted-by-cash-shortages-attacks-2024-04-19/

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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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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The ECB is set to order UniCredit to pare back its Russia business

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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 ...

nordot.app/1153654122043588922

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Russia's embassy denies spying in Germany: Two people who are said to have spied for Russia have been arrested in Germany. The Russian embassy is now making ...

stern.de/politik/russlands-botschaft-streitet-spionage-in-deutschland-ab-34641472.html

t-online.de/nachrichten/deutschland/aussenpolitik/id_100388618/annalena-baerbock-aussenministerin-bestellt-russischen-botschafter-ein.html

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Annalena Baerbock: Foreign Minister summons Russian ambassador: Foreign Minister Baerbock has summoned the Russian ambassador. The background is the arrest of ...

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Geopolitics: The connection between autocracy, democracy and raw materials: Natural resources help autocrats forget the people - and stay in power ...

nzz.ch/pro-global/geopolitik-der-zusammenhang-zwischen-autokratie-demokratie-und-rohstoffen-ld.1827106

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Russia loses 870 soldiers, 9 tanks and 21 artillery systems over past day: Russias losses in the war against Ukraine have surpassed 457,830 troops

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7451929/

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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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China is leading supplier for Russian military complex – Blinken: US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has criticised China for supporting Russias defence ...

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/19/7452020/

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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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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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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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French PM on consequences of Russia's victory: Ukrainians will hold if we support them

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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 ...

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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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Germany Arrests 2 Men Suspected of Spying for Russia: The two men, dual citizens of both countries, were accused of being part of a plot to undermine aid to ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/europe/germany-russia-spying-arrests.html

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Bayreuth: Suspected Russian agents arrested - Former BND President comments: The two men are said to have spied for a Russian secret service. One of the two is ...

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Quick Glance: Bavaria: Arrests for Alleged Espionage and Sabotage

In Bavaria, two suspected spies with ties to Russia were arrested. They had been scouting potential targets, including US military facilities.

One of the detainees planned arson and explosives attacks on military infrastructure in Germany. Authorities searched their homes and workplaces.

A warrant was issued for suspected membership in a terrorist organization. The arrests are considered a significant breakthrough in combating the Russian espionage network.

Federal Justice Minister Marco Buschmann emphasized the need for a resolute response to the threat posed by the Russian power apparatus.

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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.

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The Year of Art Deco Artist Tamara de Lempicka: The artist Tamara de Lempicka is having a moment.

themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/the-year-of-art-deco-artist-tamara-de-lempicka-a84902

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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 ...

themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/whats-causing-russias-record-floods-a84893

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Sergey Shoigu Monitors Performance at a Tank Factory and Declares All is Well – Is It?

kyivpost.com/post/31366

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Suspected Russia Spies: Spied and Scouted: Two Germans from Russia are arrested because they are said to have planned attacks in Moscow ...

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Parties: The Greens are losing the center: In the polls, the ecological party is falling back to 2018 levels. At the same time, a debate about possible ...

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Tupolev bomber crashes in Russia: Three of the four pilots were able to save themselves using the ejector seat. The search is still ongoing for the fourth pilot ...

diepresse.com/18382867/tupolew-bomber-stuerzt-in-russland-ab

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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

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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.

euronews.com/2024/04/18/russia-begins-to-withdraw-its-peacekeeper-forces-from-karabakh

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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/

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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/

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Iran, Russia, China - the global alliance of the unscrupulous: The confrontation between the nuclear power Israel and the near-nuclear power Iran must not be ...

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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) ...

wionews.com/world/russia-claims-to-have-neutralized-20-drones-and-2-missiles-712519

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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

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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

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Central Asia: Welcome to the ‘opportunity zone’: The Great Game’s got a new name.

eurasianet.org/central-asia-welcome-to-the-opportunity-zone

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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.

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Russia accuses Ukraine of shelling medical facilities and of killing medical staff

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“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

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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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Bomber crashes in Russia: Interfax: A Tu-22M3 strategic bomber crashed in Russia's southern Stavropol region on Friday morning, the Interfax news agency ...

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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/

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Sergei Gerasimov: A difficult March for Ukraine: March was an eventful month for Ukraine: Putin's victory in the presidential election ...

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Opinion | Moment of Truth on Ukraine and Israel: Both countries urgently need U.S. aid to defend themselves against brazen adversaries that seek their ...

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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/

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Ukraine is ignoring US warnings to end drone operations inside Russia - Euromaidan Press

euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-is-ignoring-us-warnings-to-end-drone-operations-inside-russia/

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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.

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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

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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/

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Why Trump ‘hates Ukraine’: The once and possibly future U.S. president blames the country for his political woes.

politico.eu/article/why-donald-trump-hates-ukraine-us-congress-kyiv-war/

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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

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.

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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/

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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

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An ISIS Terror Group Draws Half Its Recruits From Tiny Tajikistan: Young migrants from the former Soviet republic were accused of an attack on a concert hall in ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/18/world/europe/tajikistan-isis-k-terrorism.html