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One of UAVs crashed near Putin's residence near Moscow – Russian media
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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.
Danish Ferry Forced to Turn to Avoid Russian Warship Collision: A Danish ferry was forced to change course earlier on Friday to avoid colliding with a Russian ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-19/danish-ferry-forced-to-turn-to-avoid-russian-warship-collision
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Russia's Shoigu says tank production is booming: Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu said on Friday that the country was ramping up manufacturing of tanks and ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russias-shoigu-says-tank-production-is-booming-2024-04-19/
Ukraine claims to shoot down Russian bomber, though Moscow denies: Ukraine says it shot down a strategic Russian bomber on Friday, but Russia counters the plane ...
euronews.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-claims-to-shoot-down-russian-bomber-though-moscow-denies
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.
Germany cuffs alleged Russian spies over plot to bomb industrial and military targets
theregister.com/2024/04/19/germany_arrests_alleged_russian_spies/
Two held in Poland over attack on Navalny aide, Lithuania says: Two people have been detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Leonid Volkov ...
reuters.com/world/europe/two-held-poland-over-attack-navalny-aide-lithuania-says-2024-04-19/
Quick Glance: Suspects Arrested in Poland After Attack on Navalny Ally Volkov
- Two individuals were detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Leonid Volkov, an exiled associate of the late Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny, as stated by the Lithuanian President on Friday.
- Volkov, who has been living in exile since Moscow labeled Navalny's organizations as 'extremist' in 2021, was assaulted with a hammer outside his residence in Vilnius, Lithuania, resulting in a broken arm in mid-March.
- The alleged attackers have been apprehended in Poland and are set to be transferred to Lithuania after the conclusion of legal proceedings, according to statements made by the Lithuanian President to reporters.
- Expressing gratitude, the Lithuanian President commended the Republic of Poland for its exceptional work and the outstanding collaboration in relation to this incident.
Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
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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 ...
businessinsider.com/ukraine-shoots-down-russian-tu-22m3-supersonic-bomber-first-time-2024-4
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.
Georgians rally against ‘foreign influence’ law they say is modelled on Vladimir Putin’s regime
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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 ...
politico.eu/article/ukraine-strategic-bomber-russia-attack-missiles-drones/
Three Russians parachute from stratosphere to North Pole: Three Russians set a world record for parachuting from the Earth's stratosphere to the North Pole last ...
reuters.com/world/europe/three-russians-parachute-stratosphere-north-pole-2024-04-19/
Russian Long-Range Strategic Bomber Crashes, Ukraine Claims Responsibility: Ukraine said Friday that, for the first time since Russia's invasion ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/russian-long-range-strategic-bomber-crashes-ukraine-claims-responsibility-a84894
Ukraine says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region kill at least 8: A major Russian missile attack on the central Dnipropetrovsk region killed at least eight ...
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UK freezes London property linked to Putin ally after ICIJ report - ICIJ: Since Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, the U.K. government has faced criticism for ...
icij.org/investigations/pandora-papers/uk-freezes-london-property-linked-to-putin-ally-after-icij-report/
Quick Glance: UK Reacts to ICIJ Report on London Property of Putin Ally
- The UK government froze the multimillion-dollar London property roughly a week after the International Consortium of Investigative Journalists unveiled its connection to Igor Komarov and its seemingly untouched status by sanctions against the high-ranking Kremlin official.
- In February, the ongoing relationship between Komarov and the prime central London townhouse on Herbert Crescent, purchased for over $16.5 million through a British Virgin Islands-based shell company he previously managed, was highlighted.
- An update was made on April 5 regarding the Companies House records for Wastom, aligning with the ROE filings.
Russian banks' profits drop slightly m/m to $2.9 billion in March: Russian banks' profits fell marginally in March to 270 billion roubles ($2.89 billion) ...
reuters.com/business/finance/russian-banks-profits-drop-slightly-mm-29-billion-march-2024-04-19/
Russian Officials Face Restrictions on Foreign Trips, Kremlin Confirms: Russian officials face various restrictions on their ability to travel abroad ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/russian-officials-face-restrictions-on-foreign-trips-kremlin-confirms-a84903
Military expert: Ukraine's rapid NATO accession is conceivable: Kiev is under massive pressure and everything is missing. Until Western supplies arrive ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/nato-ukraine-beitritt-krieg-russland-100.html
At least nine killed in Ukraine strikes as Kyiv says it downed Russian warplane: Russian strikes on Ukraine in the early hours of Friday killed at least nine ...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene mocked by fellow lawmaker's extreme Ukraine aid bill amendments
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Quick Glance: GOP Congresswoman Propagates Russian Narratives Against Ukraine Aid
- Republican Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene introduced amendments to the latest bill on aid to Ukraine, echoing Russian propaganda narratives about "biolabs in Ukraine" and "persecution of Christians in Ukraine."
- Greene proposed halting funding for Ukraine's aid until free and fair elections are held, persecution of Christians stops, and all biolabs in Ukraine are closed.
- The allegation of secret "biolabs" in Ukraine is a long-standing Russian propaganda conspiracy theory, also picked up by Chinese disinformation networks according to the EU East Stratcom Task Force.
- House Speaker Mike Johnson announced determination to advance the foreign aid bill on April 20, despite opposition from GOP hardliners who have blocked progress for over six months.
German police arrest suspected Russian spies over bombing plan: Two men held for alleged intent to sabotage that included military base training Ukrainian ...
ft.com/content/9ee73d65-9575-410c-acba-3bc8b0bc08ae
Mike Pence warns Putin will wage war on NATO if Ukraine loses: Former U.S. vice president calls on Congress to approve funding for Ukraine aid ...
politico.eu/article/mike-pence-vladimir-putin-russia-united-states-nato-donald-trump-ukraine/
Two dead, 15 injured as Russian missile hits apartment block in Dnipro: In the City of Dnipro, a Russian missile hit a five-storey residential building ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3854210-at-least-six-injured-as-russian-missile-hits-apartment-block-in-dnipro.html
Ukraine intercepts Russian Kh-22 missiles for the first time: The Ukrainian Air Force, led by Commander Mykola Oleshchuk, announced via social media that they ...
defence-blog.com/ukraine-intercepts-russian-kh-22-missiles-for-the-first-time/
Ukraine War: The protective shield is crumbling: Russian attacks on civilian targets are increasing, President Zelensky is urgently asking for more anti-aircraft ...
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EU watchdog warns bloc still needs Russian LNG: Warning comes as Nordic and Baltic countries seek total ban on imports of the fuel from Moscow
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Germany arrests two suspected of spying for Russia, planning attacks: Two German-Russian nationals have been arrested in southern Germany on suspicion of spying ...
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Ukraine air defense: G7 ministers seeking urgent support: Ukraine warned foreign ministers from the Group of Seven (G7) major powers on Thursday they had to ...
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Heavy equipment and a lot of anger: Russians are dredging themselves against high tide - and own authorities
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/panorama/Russen-baggern-selbst-gegen-Flut-und-eigene-Behoerden-article24883927.html
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
Two arrests in Poland after attack on Kremlin critic Volkov: Russian opposition figure Leonid Volkov is pleased about the arrest of two men who are said to have ...
faz.net/aktuell/politik/ausland/zwei-festnahmen-in-polen-nach-angriff-auf-kreml-kritiker-wolkow-19664786.html
The Five Futures of Russia: And How America Can Prepare for Whatever Comes Next: And how America can prepare for whatever comes next.
foreignaffairs.com/russian-federation/five-futures-russia-stephen-kotkin
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Kremlin Says U.S. Aid for Ukraine Won’t Change Military Situation: Russia said Thursday that fresh U.S. aid for Ukraine will not change the dynamics on the ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/kremlin-says-us-aid-for-ukraine-wont-change-military-situation-a84888
Two men arrested in Germany for Russian espionage: Two German-Russians were arrested in Germany on suspicion of espionage and preparing sabotage operations ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/verdacht-auf-russische-spionage-zwei-manner-in-deutschland-festgenommen
Zelensky: Defense of the airspace and the front is a top priority: In mid-week, Russian missiles hit a building in a town near the Russian border ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/18/selenskyj-verteidigung-des-luftraums-und-der-front-haben-oberste-prioritat
Berlin summons Russian ambassador after arrest of suspected spies: German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock has summoned the Russian ambassador following the ...
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Russian Missile Barrage on Ukraine City Kills 18: Rescuers were removing mountains of rubble on Thursday from the site of a lethal Russian missile strike on ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/russian-missile-barrage-on-ukraine-city-kills-18-a84864
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.
Protests Outside and Fistfight Inside Georgian Parliament Over “Foreign Agent Law”
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Quick Glance: Georgian Parliament in Turmoil over 'Foreign Agents' Bill
- Legislators debate bill requiring organisations that accept foreign funds to register as foreign agents or face fines.
- Tensions rise in parliament as the debate over deepening relations with the West or reconnecting with Russia continues.
- The controversial bill has strained relations with Western countries and sparked protests domestically.
- The adoption of the legislation is likely to further deepen divisions in Georgia, especially with upcoming elections.
Kremlin Slams France’s Seizure of Russia-Linked Villa: The Kremlin on Thursday denounced the seizure in France of a villa allegedly owned by Russian businessman ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/kremlin-slams-frances-seizure-of-russia-linked-villa-a84889
Russian attack damages infrastructure, injures people in Ukraine’s Kryvyi Rih: Report
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/19/russian-attack-damages-infrastructure-injures-people-in-ukraine-s-kryvyi-rih-report
Germany's Habeck touts German support, business interest in Ukraine | DPA: German Vice Chancellor Robert Habeck was in Kiev on Thursday for a visit focused ...
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Ukraine Says It Attacked Russian Military Air Base in Crimea: Ukraine said it attacked a large air base in Russian-occupied Crimea, highlighting its ability to ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/ukraine-says-it-attacked-russian-military-air-base-in-crimea
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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
Apple renews For All Mankind and announces a spinoff series set in the Soviet Union
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Quick Glance: Apple TV+ Announces For All Mankind Renewal and Spinoff
- Today is a day of celebration.
- For All Mankind gets a renewal and a spinoff titled Star City.
- The series explores an alternate history, imagining the scenario if America had not been the first to reach the moon.
- Expanding the For All Mankind universe with the spinoff Star City provides a new perspective on the space race from the Soviet angle.
Background information from ntv reporter Munz: How does Moscow react to the spy exposure?
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Wie-reagiert-Moskau-auf-die-Spion-Enttarnung-article24885413.html
Putin wants to get closer to the Taliban: Russia is currently considering taking the Taliban off its list of terrorist organisations, officials have indicated ...
asiatimes.com/2024/04/putin-wants-to-get-closer-to-the-taliban/
Memorial to Russian Sailors Lists 19 Casualties in Moskva Sinking – Reports: A memorial to Russian sailors killed during the war in Ukraine appears to show that ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/memorial-to-russian-sailors-lists-19-casualties-in-moskva-sinking-reports-a84891
Germany Arrests 2 Over Military Base Attack Plot for Russia: Two German-Russian men have been arrested on suspicion of spying for Russia and planning attacks in ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/germany-arrests-2-over-military-base-attack-plot-for-russia-a84878
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
Ukraine Says Hit Russian Airfield in Annexed Crimea: Ukraine said Thursday its forces had struck a large Russian airfield on the annexed Crimean peninsula ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/18/ukraine-says-hit-russian-airfield-in-annexed-crimea-a84885
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
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.
Chancellor: Moscow used spy in attempt to undermine democracy in Austria: Moscow attempted to undermine the democratic political process in Austria using a ...
kyivindependent.com/moscow-used-spy-in-attempt-to-undermine-democracy-in-austria-claims-chancellor/
Zelensky calls for more anti-aircraft defenses and more support from allies: The defense against Iran's attack on Israel shows many people in Ukraine how ...
tagesschau.de/ausland/europa/ukraine-drohnenangriff-tote-100.html
Germany arrests two for alleged military sabotage plot on behalf of Russia: Authorities have searched the homes and workplaces of the two suspects accused of ...
jpost.com/international/article-797716
An Irish Liquidator Plays Cat and Mouse With Russian Jets: A Dublin court has ruled that the assets of a pair of Irish subsidiaries of a Moscow company are fair ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/an-irish-liquidator-plays-cat-and-mouse-with-russian-jets
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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Russian Official Resigns Over Son’s Viral Bali Vacation Video: A high-ranking official in Russia’s Ural Mountains region of Perm was forced to resign after a ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/russian-official-resigns-over-sons-viral-bali-vacation-video-a84899
Bayreuth: Suspected Russian spies arrested: The two German-Russians are strongly suspected of having worked for a foreign secret service in a particularly ...
sueddeutsche.de/politik/bayreuth-russland-spione-verhaftung-sabotage-1.6562973
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.
French Law Enforcement Officers Confiscates Putin Ex-Wife’s Villa: Last December, France seized a villa on the Atlantic Ocean purchased for €5 ...
kyivpost.com/post/31321
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
G7 finance leaders pledge cooperation on Iran sanctions, frozen Russian assets: Finance leaders from the Group of Seven industrial democracies on Wednesday ...
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Injured in a Russian strike, a 13-year-old Ukrainian girl runs to raise money for other victims
abcnews.go.com/International/injured-russian-strike-13-year-ukrainian-girl-runs/story
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
Two suspected Russian spies arrested in Germany for planned attacks: Federal prosecutors arrested two suspected Russian spies in Bavaria on Thursday on suspicion ...
euractiv.com/section/politics/news/two-suspected-russian-spies-arrested-in-germany-for-planned-attacks/
Ukraine reports hit in Crimea and repelled Russian drone attack: Russia has once again attacked Ukraine with an air strike, and Kiev claims to have successfully ...
spiegel.de/ausland/ukraine-meldet-treffer-auf-der-krim-und-abgewehrte-russische-drohnenattacke-a-06a7ec35-23bc-4de2-9d82-4362785e6af0
Kyiv Achieves First Destruction of Russian Strategic Bomber Using S-200 System: Kyiv Post sources in military intelligence confirm that it destroyed a Russian ...
kyivpost.com/post/31356
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
EU leaders under pressure to bolster Ukraine’s struggling air defences: The EU’s 27 leaders face mounting pressure to step up efforts to protect Ukraine’s skies ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/17/eu-leaders-under-pressure-to-bolster-ukraines-struggling-air-defences
What to read to understand Chechnya: Four books and a film that unpack an influential region of Russia
economist.com/the-economist-reads/2024/04/16/what-to-read-to-understand-chechnya
Guarding The Memory Of The Brutal Russian Siege Of Chernihiv, As Bombs Fall Again
rferl.org/a/ukraine-russia-siege-invasion-memory/32911161.html
Russian drone attack in Ivano-Frankivsk region targeted critical infrastructure, governor says
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-drone-attack-ivano-frankivsk-region-targeted-critical-infrastructure-2024-04-18/
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 785: As the war enters its 785th day, these are the main developments.
aljazeera.com/news/2024/4/19/russia-ukraine-war-list-of-key-events-day-785
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-
Moscow's losses in Ukraine: BBC counts more than 50,000 fallen Russian soldiers: Russia is paying a high price for its war of aggression in Ukraine ...
n-tv.de/politik/BBC-zaehlt-mehr-als-50-000-gefallene-russische-Soldaten-article24880911.html
Christine Lagarde says US plan to raise debt against Russian assets carries legal risk
ft.com/content/f4996537-329d-4946-821e-67d11f5928b7
Urinated on Putin's picture: Russian punk band Pussy Riot with drastic action art in Munich
tagesspiegel.de/kultur/auf-putin-bild-uriniert-russische-punkband-pussy-riot-mit-drastischer-aktionskunst-in-munchen-11541683.html
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