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Russians buy last goods from H&M, IKEA as stores wind down: Russians are snapping up Western fashion and furniture this week as H&M and IKEA sell off the last of ...
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Russians buy last goods from H&M, IKEA as stores wind down: Russians are snapping up Western fashion and furniture this week as H&M and IKEA sell off the last of ...
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US secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine: Biden had previously held back Atacms system out of fears of escalating war with Russia
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Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
- The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.
- The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.
- The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.
- Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
Exclusive: China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
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Biden signs $95 billion aid package with assistance for Ukraine, Israel, Taiwan. Calls for TikTok ban or sale
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Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
- President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.
- Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.
- The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.
- Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
Venezuela Is Setting the Stage for a $154 Billion Debt Restructuring: After years of fits and starts, Venezuela is setting the stage for one of the largest and ...
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A Russian Orthodox priest who took part in services for Navalny is suspended by the patriarch
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Russian programmers play 'cat and mouse' game to outsmart censors: When Antony Rudkovsky was about 15, he began to teach himself how to build virtual private ...
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US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kiev has credible intelligence that Russia plans to disrupt ...
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Europe Worried About the Risks of War: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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Sweden Calls for Ban of Russian LNG Ahead of EU Meeting: The EU continues to inch towards a comprehensive ban of Russian liquefied natural gas ...
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Russian court orders seizure of $440mn from JPMorgan: Move follows lawsuit from state-owned bank VTB to ‘recover losses’ from America’s largest lender
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Watch: Huge fire breaks out at Russian oil facility: A huge fire has broken out at a Russian oil refinery following reports of overnight drone attacks.
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Ukrainian rape survivors experience silence or shame: Since the start of the war on February 24, 2022, many Ukrainian women have been sexually abused by Russian ...
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BBC Verify examines reported strikes on Russian oil depots: The reported strikes have been geolocated to the Smolensk region of western Russia.
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The US is now allowed to seize Russian state assets. How would that work?: The big U.S. aid package for Ukraine and other allies that President Joe Biden signed ...
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U.S. Confirms It Sent Missiles With 300-Kilometer Range To Ukraine: The U.S. State Department confirmed on April 24 that the United States sent long-range ...
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Possible payments from foreign sources: Attorney General initiates preliminary investigations against AfD politician Krah
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Quick Glance: Investigation of Possible Payments from China and Russia to Maximilian Krah
- The General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden has officially initiated investigations against Maximilian Krah due to potential financial flows from Russian and Chinese sources.
- The AfD lead candidate for the European Parliament elections, Maximilian Krah, is the subject of two preliminary investigations at the General Prosecutor's Office in Dresden.
- Towards the end of last year, Krah was questioned by the FBI about possible payments from Kremlin-related sources, allegedly carrying a four-digit sum of money at that time.
- On Monday evening, German authorities arrested Jian G., a close associate of Krah, who is suspected of spying for the Chinese intelligence service in Germany.
Suspicion of Russian financing: AfD politician Bystron is said to have complained about the denomination of the banknotes
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Quick Glance: Suspected Russian Financing: AfD Politician Bystron's Alleged Complaints Over Cash Denominations
- New evidence suggests that AfD politician Petr Bystron may have received money from Russia.
- The Czech government exposed an influence operation involving the flow of money to pro-Russian politicians.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from Artem Martschewskyj, an associate of Vladimir Putin.
- Incriminating audio recordings and video surveillance indicate that Bystron may have accepted money.
How far are the Russians advancing?: Reisner: "The moment the dam will burst could come"
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Uncle Sam finally coughs up weapons — but is it too late to save Ukraine from Putin?
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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade
- The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.
- Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.
- As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.
- Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.
Moscow: Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov accused of corruption: Timur Ivanov is said to have accepted large, massive bribes. Now the deputy, Sergei Shoigus ...
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Russian Defense Minister Shoigu Weakened by Arrest of Key Ally: The arrest on bribery charges of one of Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu’s closest allies ...
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Russia’s Invasion of Ukraine Has Europe Worried About the Risks of War: Welcome to Balance of Power, bringing you the latest in global politics ...
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Russian deputy defence minister detained on bribe allegations, officials say: A Russian deputy defence minister has been detained on suspicion of bribe-taking ...
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The West Is Stronger than Russia. It Must Prove that to Win Ukraine More Allies: Opinion | Since the beginning of the war, Ukraine has been tasked with securing ...
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Russia to cash in as Sberbank pays $8bn in dividends: Record profits at lender will bolster state coffers to help fund war on Ukraine
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Russia’s Economy Is So Resilient, It Risks Overheating: I’m Chris Anstey, a senior editor in Boston, and today we’re looking at Russian economic resilience ...
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France, Germany Proceed With Plan to Develop New Battle Tank: Germany and France will seal an agreement on Friday to jointly develop a new battle tank as Europe ...
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Exclusive: Russian ministry stress scenario has growth stalling, rouble diving, document shows
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Russian attack injures six people in Ukraine's Kharkiv, governor says: Russian missiles damaged residential buildings and injured six people in Ukraine's ...
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Hugo Boss to sell its Russian subsidiary: Along with many other Western companies, Hugo Boss suspended its retail operations in Russia after the beginning of the ...
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Russian advance blamed on Ukrainian troops rotation blunder: Report says Russia’s forces took advantage of defence gap and gained 5km of terrain
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Reuters: Canada grants Airbus waiver against sanctions on Russian titanium: Airbus has been granted a waiver by the Canadian government, allowing it to continue ...
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Bloomberg: France proposes new sanctions to target Russian disinformation, election interference
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Russia establishes advisory body to evaluate books' compliance with national legislation
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Russia Energy Sites on Fire After Drone Attacks – Governor: Energy sites in Russia's western Smolensk region were in flames on Wednesday after being hit by ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/24/russia-energy-sites-on-fire-after-drone-attacks-governor-a84939
North Korea sends delegation to Iran: North Korea's delegation is led by Yun Jung Ho, North Korea’s minister of external economic relations ...
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Quick Glance: Kim Leads Rocket Drills for Nuclear Counterattacks
- North Korean leader Kim Jong Un supervised rocket launches simulating nuclear counterattacks.
- The drills showcased the strength of the country's nuclear forces.
- The rockets were described as highly accurate and capable of carrying tactical nuclear warheads.
- The US and South Korea are responding with enhanced military exercises and nuclear deterrence strategies.
WATCH: Ukrainians celebrate passage of US military aid package: Onlookers waved to legislators, including Senator Tom Carper, who recalled meeting with the ...
euronews.com/2024/04/24/watch-ukrainians-celebrate-passage-of-us-military-aid-package
A Russian court rejected the latest appeal by US journalist Evan Gershkovich against his pre-trial detention on spying charges
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Quick Glance: Moscow Court Upholds Extension of Detention for Reporter Evan Gershkovich
- Following the rejection of Evan Gershkovich's appeal, a reporter for the Wall Street Journal, he will remain in custody on espionage charges until at least late June.
- Detained in late March 2023 during a reporting trip, the 32-year-old US citizen has spent over a year in prison, with his detention being regularly prolonged and his appeals being turned down.
- Experts suggest that Moscow might be leveraging jailed Americans as leverage in the escalating tensions between the US and Russia due to the Kremlin's military operation in Ukraine.
- Gershkovich's arrest marks the first time since September 1986 that an American reporter has been detained in Russia on espionage charges, when Nicholas Daniloff, a Moscow correspondent for U.S. News and World Report, was apprehended by the KGB.
Germany probes claims far-right MEP took payments from Russia, China: MEP Maximilian Krah is under pressure to withdraw his candidacy as AfD’s top candidate in ...
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Six injured in Russian missile attack on Ukraine’s Kharkiv: Russian missiles damaged residential buildings and injured six people in Ukraine’s second-largest ...
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Billions in support against Russia: Zelenskyi thanks the USA for "vital help": The US Senate has approved a new aid package for Ukraine. The first deliveries are ...
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France Proposes New EU Sanctions to Fight Russian Disinformation: France is asking the European Union to set up a new sanctions regime to target Russian ...
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LME moves to stop gaming of Russian aluminium sanctions-based rule: The London Metal Exchange (LME) moved on Tuesday to stop traders from taking Russian ...
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Russia, US clash at UN Security Council meeting over nuclear weapons in space: Russia on Wednesday vetoed a US-drafted United Nations Security Council resolution ...
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Blinken visits Beijing: Now the US wants to sanction Chinese banks: The threat from Washington is already affecting payment transactions between Russia and China ...
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Russia loses 880 soldiers and 43 artillery systems in one day: Ukrainian forces reveal how many soldiers Russia lost over the past day
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Qatar Will Host Meeting to Discuss Ukrainian Proposal to End War: National security advisors and senior officials from around the world are set to meet in Doha ...
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Russia to intensify attacks on Western weapons stored in Ukraine, Kremlin warns : Russia’s Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu warned Kremlin will intensify attacks ...
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Ukrainian drones struck two Rosneft oil depots in attack, Kyiv source says: Drones sent by Ukraine’s SBU security service struck two Rosneft-owned oil depots in ...
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Bloomberg: Russia to supply China with cheaper gas compared to European market at least through 2027
kyivindependent.com/bloomberg-russia-to-supply-china-with-28-cheaper-gas-compared-to-european-market-at-least-through-2027/
Russian Defence Minister announces transfer of S-500 air defence missile systems to Russian troops
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Ukraine live ticker: Apparently drone attacks in several regions of Russia | FAZ: Ukraine live ticker 2023: Current news & news about the Ukraine war ► Read the ...
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China’s Putin Ties Risk Relations With EU, Top Diplomat Says: China needs to take a stand over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and rein in its enormous trade ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-23/china-s-putin-ties-risk-relations-with-eu-top-diplomat-says
Ukraine war: US Congress approves billions in aid to Ukraine: There was no more US aid to Ukraine for months. Now Congress has released new funds ...
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George Will: House Republicans voted to endanger ‘civilization’ with Ukraine aid opposition
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Ukrainian government restricts passport issuance for military-age men abroad: The Ukrainian government, further tightening regulations on mobilisation ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Halts Consular Services for Conscripted Men Abroad
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has confirmed the suspension of consular services for Ukrainian men abroad who are liable for military service.
- Kuleba emphasized that protecting the rights and interests of Ukrainian citizens abroad remains a priority for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, but the current focus is on Ukraine's survival.
- He reminded men liable for military service of the obligation to update their data at military enlistment offices before the new mobilization law was enacted.
- Kuleba announced that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs will soon provide further guidance on obtaining consular services for men of conscription age at diplomatic missions abroad.
Yermak: 'I can tell you for sure – there will be more Patriots': Speaking on national television, Andriy Yermak said Kyiv was "talking with many ...
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US military aid alone won't be enough to defeat Russia – Ukraine's foreign minister
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Moscow criticizes attacks: Huge column of fire rises above Russian oil storage facility
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Russian surprise attack? Ukraine loses parts of Ocheretyne: Suddenly the front in Ukraine starts to move: Russian troops succeed in making a local advance at the ...
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Latvia to stop teaching Russian as foreign language in schools: Children in Latvia will no longer learn Russian as a foreign language in schools from 2026 ...
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Sweden Eyes Russia Threat as it Invests in Energy Grid and Infrastructure: The Nordic nation is upgrading its civil defenses, and energy infrastructure is a ...
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Ukraine names ‘Tortured Poets Department’ of writers killed in war: Ukraine paid homage to Ukrainian writers who died during the country’s war with Russia by ...
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Quick Glance: Patti Smith Applauds Taylor Swift in 'Tortured Poets Department'
- Taylor Swift mentions Patti Smith in her new album 'The Tortured Poets Department'.
- Smith responded positively by posting photos of herself with a book by Dylan Thomas.
- Despite seeming different, Smith expressed understanding for Swift and praised her for potentially influencing fans positively.
- HuffPost calls for support for high-quality journalism that is freely accessible to all.
‘May All You Americans Burn!’ – Furious Russians React to US Aid to Ukraine: Ukrainians are looking forward to reopening the blocked pipeline of military support ...
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Senior Russian Military Official Held on Corruption Charges Involving Defense Deals
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Germany sees spike in Chinese and Russian espionage: Six suspected spies have been arrested in quick succession. Security services see links to the war against ...
dw.com/en/germany-sees-spike-in-chinese-and-russian-espionage/a-68901355
Russia Detains Deputy Defense Minister on Bribery Charge: Russian Deputy Defense Minister Timur Ivanov, who was the focus of an investigation by the late ...
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Quick Glance: Russian Deputy Defense Minister Detained on Bribery Suspicions
- A Russian deputy defense minister, Timur Ivanov, exposed in an investigation by the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny, was placed in custody on Wednesday under suspicion of accepting significant bribes.
- Ivanov, 48, a longtime ally of Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu, was responsible for construction and procurement for the Armed Forces and was associated with the high-profile reconstruction of the Ukrainian city of Mariupol occupied by Moscow's forces.
- Several independent Russian media outlets alleged that Ivanov and his family amassed immense wealth through kick-backs on contracts he approved at the ministry.
- Critics argue that the substantial funds flowing into the Ukraine offensive have provided officials with new avenues to enrich themselves through covert procurement agreements.
Russia warns Europe: if you take our assets, we have a response that will hurt: An ally of President Vladimir Putin warned Europe on Tuesday that Russia has ...
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Sunak to announce UK’s ‘largest ever’ military support package for Ukraine: The package includes missiles, armoured vehicles and funds to build swarms of new ...
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Quick Glance: UK Boosts Defense Spending, Provides $620 Million Military Aid to Ukraine
- British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced an increase in defense spending to 2.5% of GDP by the end of the decade, along with a pledge to provide Ukraine with new military aid totaling $620 million, including weapons, armored vehicles, and ammunition.
- Sunak described the heightened spending as the most significant strengthening of national defense in a generation, emphasizing the need to remain vigilant in the face of current geopolitical threats.
- The UK commits to an additional £75 billion in defense spending over the next six years, aiming to raise defense expenditure to 2.5% of GDP, reaffirming a target set by Boris Johnson in 2022.
- The announcement followed similar moves by the US, approving $61 billion in aid for Ukraine, signaling an escalated international response to Russia's aggression in Ukraine.
Russia threatens to step up attacks on western weapons in Ukraine: Russian defence minister reacts to US passage of military aid as Kyiv’s forces struggle to ...
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Ukraine strikes two more fuel depots in Russia, despite US warnings: Russian oil giant Rosneft lost some 26,000 cubic meters of fuel following Ukrainian drone ...
politico.eu/article/united-states-warnings-ukraine-strikes-two-fuel-depots-russia/
U.S. unveils $1 billion Ukraine weapons package: Resupply of artillery ammunition, armored vehicles and air-defense missiles comes after Congress ...
washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/24/biden-us-weapons-ukraine/
Russia Urges Citizens to Avoid Flying Turkish Airlines to Latin America: The Russian Embassy in Turkey has urged citizens to avoid flying Turkish Airlines due to ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/23/russia-urges-citizens-to-avoid-flying-turkish-airlines-to-latin-america-a84931
Russia Raises 2024 Growth Forecast as Economy Weathers Sanctions: Russia’s Economy Ministry raised its 2024 growth forecast despite mounting sanctions over ...
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The China-Russia trade friendship may not be quite what you think: Commercial ties between the two powers appear to be catching up from an abnormally low base
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Withdrawal of US troops from Niger: "The Russians are giving the governments what the West cannot provide"
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McConnell blasts Tucker Carlson for demonizing Ukraine aid: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) blasted conservative commentator Tucker Carlson on ...
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Quick Glance: McConnell Blasts Tucker Carlson for Demonizing Ukraine Aid
- McConnell criticized conservative commentator Tucker Carlson for playing a leading role in demonizing the idea of sending military aid to Ukraine.
- Carlson's interview with Putin was widely criticized for not challenging Putin's dubious claims.
- Putin dominated the interview, barely letting Carlson ask questions and later complained about the lack of tough questions.
- Several Republicans expressed concerns about the infiltration of what they view as Russian 'propaganda' in conservative media and among their party's base.
Attacks on Kharkiv: leave or stay?: Air strikes on Kharkiv in eastern Ukraine have been rare so far - but Russia is apparently exploiting gaps in the defenses ...
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Quick Glance: Russian Attack Causes Destruction of TV Tower in Kharkiv
- A television tower in Kharkiv was ripped in two by a Russian missile strike on Monday, described by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy as a deliberate attempt by Moscow to make the second largest city in Ukraine uninhabitable.
- Impressive footage showed the main mast of the tower breaking off and collapsing in the city, which has been under missile and drone attacks for weeks.
- Zelenskyy briefed US President Joe Biden about the airstrike that occurred shortly before their conversation.
- The Service for State Special Communications reported partial damage to the tower's structure, resulting in a temporary loss of television signal. Efforts are underway to restore it, with residents advised to use cable, online TV, or radio if they lack a digital TV signal.
Meta comms chief handed six year Russian prison sentence for 'justifying terrorism'
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Russia's Epic Floods Expose Lack of Preparedness for Climate Crisis: When the water started rising sharply in Orenburg, a regional capital near Russia’s border ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/24/russias-epic-floods-expose-lack-of-preparedness-for-climate-crisis-a84943
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