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Shell dumps Russian oil ventures following invasion: The company's decision will affect some $3bn worth of business in Russia.
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Western businesses’ flight from Russia continues with Shell, GM and others ending or suspending dealings
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TotalEnergies stays put in Russia, but no capital for new projects: TotalEnergies (TTEF.PA) condemned what it called Moscow's military aggression in Ukraine but ...
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Shell to exit Russia after Ukraine invasion, joining BP: Shell (SHEL.L) will exit all its Russian operations, including a major liquefied natural gas plant ...
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Shell dumps Russian oil ventures following invasion: The company's decision will affect some $3bn worth of business in Russia.
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Western businesses’ flight from Russia continues with Shell, GM and others ending or suspending dealings
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TotalEnergies stays put in Russia, but no capital for new projects: TotalEnergies (TTEF.PA) condemned what it called Moscow's military aggression in Ukraine but ...
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Shell is pulling out of Russia, dumping Gazprom deal: Shell's CEO explained the move in an emotional statement.
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Factbox: Western companies in Russian oil and gas sector: International energy major BP has opted to leave Russia after Western countries imposed severe ...
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Exclusive ITV News dispatch from inside Kharkiv now left an 'absolute shell' after missile strike
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Japan trading houses study Shell's exit from major Russian gas project - The Mainichi
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Forbes India - Shell To Dump Gazprom As BP Says Will Sell Rosneft Stake: The announcement came after UK Foreign Secretary Liz Truss said more than three million ...
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Shell joins BP in selling Russian assets as pressure on Kremlin-linked firms grows
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SWIFT sanctions on Russia are largely symbolic: Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is horrifying. Western leaders, fearing a broader war, are responding primarily with ...
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Japan-backed Sakhalin-2 LNG project rocked by Shell exit: LONDON/HOUSTON, U.S. -- Shell will exit all oil and gas projects involving Russian state-owned ...
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‘Uninvestable’: Businesses rush to cut ties with Russia as ‘moral’ pressure grows
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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 ...
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Quick Glance: IMF upgrades global growth forecast despite risks
- The International Monetary Fund slightly raised its global growth forecast on Tuesday, noting that the economy had proven 'surprisingly resilient' despite inflationary pressures and monetary policy shifts.
- IMF's chief economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, indicated that the global economy is heading for a 'soft landing,' with risks to the outlook now broadly balanced.
- While advanced economies are expected to lead the growth, dim prospects in China and other major emerging markets could impact global trade partners, according to the report.
- Despite Tuesday's brighter outlook, global growth remains low compared to historical standards, partly due to weak productivity growth and increasing geopolitical fragmentation.
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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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.
EU Weighs Sanctions on Russian LNG Projects, Transshipments: The European Union is discussing with member states proposals to sanction key Russian liquefied ...
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Ukraine aid package could help Kyiv slow Russia’s advance: The new aid package keeps Ukraine in the fight and the negotiating table at bay ...
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Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
- Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.
- The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.
- Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.
- He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
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.
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.
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.
Putin’s Brittle Regime: Like the Soviet One That Preceded It, His System Is Always on the Brink of Collapse
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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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abortion - the Soviet and Russian means of family planning: Russia is losing people - also because of the war in Ukraine. Putin wants women to have eight ...
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Russian priest presiding over Navalny's memorial suspended from duties: A Russian Orthodox priest who presided over the memorial service for the late Russian ...
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Russians Transform Dubai as They Flee Putin’s War: Photo Essay: Take a look at their culture at cafes, festivals and even a sailing school.
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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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Germany Supports Swedish Push for EU Ban of Russian LNG: Just days after Swedish calls to sanction imports of Russian liquefied natural gas ...
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Poland arrests man suspected of spying for Russia to aid Zelenskyy assassination plot
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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.
Russia Reduces LNG Forecasts As Western Sanctions Delay Arctic Projects: The latest Russian forecasts for liquefied natural gas suggest that officials do not ...
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Blinken says China helping fuel Russian threat to Ukraine: The US Secretary of State was speaking to the BBC at the end of a three-day trip to China.
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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 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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Media: German building materials firm Knauf to withdraw from Russia: The German producer of building materials Knauf said it is ceasing its operations in Russia ...
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Russian Oil Refining Hampered by Floods as Drone Damage Persists: Russian oil refining is near an 11-month low as flooding hampers operations and repairs to ...
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Arrest of Russian defence minister's deputy may be strike by rival 'clan': Sergei Shoigu, Russia's defence minister, has tried to send a
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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.
LIVE: Russian cosmonauts step out of the ISS for a spacewalk: Reuters Live on X (Twitter)
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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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Von Notz in the Bundestag: "AfD is a shame for our country": Fierce exchange of blows in the Bundestag: The Greens are attacking the AfD head-on because of ...
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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.
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 pulls US-provided Abrams tanks from the front lines over Russian drone threats
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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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UK Men Charged Under New Security Law Over Pro-Russia Attack: Several British men were charged under a new national security law for supporting Russia by ...
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Exclusive: China harbors ship tied to North Korea-Russia arms transfers, satellite images show
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Russian deputy defence minister detained for allegedly taking bribes: Deputy Defence Minister Timur Ivanov oversaw military infrastructure projects.
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Russia says will target NATO nuclear weapons in Poland if they are deployed : Russia will make NATO nuclear weapons in Poland one of its primary targets if they ...
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Ukraine War: Zelenskiy Says Aid Gives Ukraine the Means to Retake Initiative: New US support gives Ukraine the potential to retake the initiative in its fight ...
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Lukashenko says several dozen Russian nuclear weapons have been deployed in Belarus
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India Grants Marine Insurance Approval for Russian Firms: India has granted marine insurance approval to four Russian firms, adding impetus to Moscow’s efforts ...
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AfD leader Chrupalla justifies actions in Russia on “Maybritt Illner” and China affair
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Quick Glance: Clash over AfD's Corruption Allegations
- Despite corruption allegations, the AfD stands by its EU lead candidates, sparking a heated debate on 'Maybrit Illner.'
- Concerns arise over potential bribery involving Krah and Bystron, despite no legal guilt being proven.
- Internal distancing within the AfD and criticism of a lack of transparency regarding the candidates ensue.
- The discussion concludes with the possibility of the AfD's list changes for the European elections being invalidated.
US secretly sent long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: Ukraine’s president Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Kiev has credible intelligence that Russia plans to disrupt ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/25/us-secretly-sent-long-range-atacms-missiles-to-ukraine
Russian media: Russian deputy defense minister detained for bribery stripped of his position, assets
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Quick Glance: Detention of Russia's Deputy Defense Minister on Suspicion of High Treason
- Timur Ivanov, Russia's deputy defense minister, is suspected of high treason and bribery, facing a possible 15-year sentence.
- Ivanov's arrest sparked speculation about a potential purge within Moscow's elite circle, especially given his close relationships with Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov.
- Independent Russian media outlets report corruption allegations against Ivanov and his family, stemming from kickbacks on ministry-related contracts.
- Ivanov is also alleged to have profited from construction projects in the Ukrainian city of Mariupol, which fell under Moscow's control after a prolonged siege. His arrest came shortly after a meeting with Shoigu and other defense ministry officials.
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 ...
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Former British minister warns against frozen conflict in Ukraine | DPA: Former British defence secretary Ben Wallace has warned against suggestions that the ...
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Quick Glance: Criticism of Scholz: Wallace Calls for Delivery of Taurus Missiles
- Former British Defense Minister Wallace criticizes Chancellor Scholz for weak leadership and lack of communication regarding Ukraine.
- He calls for the delivery of German Taurus cruise missiles to Ukraine and emphasizes the importance of clear communication and determination in dealing with Russia.
- Wallace warns against freezing the conflict in Ukraine and mentions the possibility of NATO membership as a countermeasure.
- He stresses the need for adequate security guarantees to prevent Russia from rearming and launching another attack.
Suspicion of Russian money payments: Video recordings are said to incriminate AfD politician Bystron
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Quick Glance: Suspicion of Russian Money Payments: Incriminating Video Recordings of AfD Politician Bystron
- Czech authorities possess incriminating video recordings of AfD politician Petr Bystron receiving packages.
- Bystron is suspected of receiving money from pro-Moscow channels, supported by audio and video evidence.
- The influence operation of »Voice of Europe« led to money flowing to Kremlin-friendly politicians in the EU.
- Bystron is accused of accepting money, prompting preliminary investigations for alleged bribery.
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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Russian Soldiers Have Killed Over 100 People Since Returning from Ukraine – Vyorstka
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Romanian Orthodox Church welcomes Moldovan priests wanting to join: Romania's Orthodox Church says it will keep welcoming priests bolting from Moldova's ...
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Quick Glance: Romanian Orthodox Church Embraces Moldovan Priests
- A growing conflict within Moldova's Orthodox community between the churches affiliated with the Russian Orthodox Patriarchate and the Romanian Church reflects the divided opinion among parishioners.
- Over 60 priests have switched from the Moscow-linked church to the Romanian Church since last year, aligning with Moldova's pro-European authorities' goal to join the European Union by 2030.
- The pressure to choose between the two rival churches highlights Moldova's tumultuous history, having been part of the Russian Empire, Soviet Union, and 'Greater Romania' in the past.
- While the Romanian Church continues to welcome Moldovan priests and establish new churches, the Moldova Metropolis has defrocked priests joining the rival church and urges them to return.
War in Ukraine: US Military Assistance Could Come Soon After House Vote: Ukrainian authorities were jubilant at the approval in the US House of more than $60 ...
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Russian Defence Minister announces transfer of S-500 air defence missile systems to Russian troops
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Shadow-Fleet Oil Tanker That Crashed Had Void Western Insurance: A shadow-fleet oil tanker that crashed in Denmark’s vital straits produced a set of insurance ...
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Russian attack on NATO would end in defeat for Moscow, Polish foreign minister says
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/04/25/russian-attack-on-nato-would-end-in-defeat-for-moscow-polish-foreign-minister-says
Quick Glance: Poland's Assertive Stance in Europe Amid Russian Threat
- Poland's foreign minister urged NATO to increase defense readiness and expressed the desire for central decision-making in the EU amidst the Ukraine conflict.
- Sikorski highlighted the benefits of EU membership and emphasized Poland's goal to be part of the countries shaping Europe, not defending against it.
- He praised French President Macron's support for Ukraine and called for more military aid from Paris, while condemning Russia's attempts to create conflict between Poland and Ukraine.
- Sikorski underlined the West's superiority in case of a Russian attack and criticized the previous government's policies, aiming to restore Poland's international standing and democratic norms.
Russia | Putin Builds More Weapons Than He Needs in Ukraine: Why?: The German Defense Minister sees signs that the Russian economy is producing more weapons than ...
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India receives oil cargo in Russian SCF tanker after brief halt, sources say: A ship controlled by U.S.-sanctioned Russian shipping giant Sovcomflot (SCF) ...
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NATO chief Stoltenberg says it's 'not too late for Ukraine to prevail' against Russia
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Quick Glance: Nato Chief Stoltenberg in Eurofighter Looping over MV
- Nato Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg takes a flight in a Eurofighter in Laage, accompanied by the Commodore of the Tactical Air Force Wing 73.
- The Eurofighters serve as air defense and traffic police, quickly responding to alerts and operating over the Baltic Sea.
- Stoltenberg participates in a one-hour flight involving aerial refueling, interception maneuvers, and a rendezvous with Swedish Gripen fighter jets.
- Stoltenberg is impressed by the experience, praises the pilots, and emphasizes the importance of the Laage air base for NATO.
Russia vetoes UN vote on nuclear weapons in space: Speaking on April 24, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. ambassador to the U.N., described Russia's veto ...
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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.
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.
Stoltenberg calls for more Patriot air defense systems for Ukraine: The NATO Secretary General has defended Kiev's right to use Western arms supplies to attack ...
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Quick Glance: Kyiv's Urgent Air Defence Need Highlighted by NATO Chief
- NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg highlights Ukraine's critical need for additional air defences during the G7 Summit in Capri.
- He mentions positive signals of military aid commitments from NATO members and the US House of Representatives' vote on a aid package for Kyiv.
- Stoltenberg acknowledges new pledges of support from Germany, Denmark, and the Netherlands, stressing the importance of earlier and increased assistance.
- These statements precede a meeting with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba and the NATO-Ukraine Council, with President Volodimir Zelenski participating via video link.
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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German spycatchers raise game against China and Russia: Recent arrests only ‘tip of the iceberg’, with hundreds more operatives believed to be ‘up to mischief’ ...
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Chechen leader Kadyrov suffering from pancreatic necrosis, says Russian media outlet
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Quick Glance: Ramsan Kadyrow: Rumors of Illness and Political Implications
- Speculation around Ramsan Kadyrow's health raises concerns as he is a key ally of Putin in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow and Putin share a long history dating back to the Second Chechen War.
- Kadyrow faces allegations of corruption and authoritarianism, while playing a crucial role in the Ukraine conflict.
- Kadyrow's health could destabilize the power structure in Chechnya, given his regime's strong reliance on him personally.
Russian attack injures six people in Ukraine's Kharkiv, governor says: Russian missiles damaged residential buildings and injured six people in Ukraine's ...
reuters.com/world/europe/russian-attack-injures-six-people-ukraines-kharkiv-governor-says-2024-04-24/
Top Russia Grain Trader Changes Name Amid Dispute With Regulator: Major Russian grain exporter TD Rif is changing its name as a dispute with local regulators ...
bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-26/top-russia-grain-trader-changes-name-amid-dispute-with-regulator
Moscow still intent on 'truly Russian' Ukraine, says Lavrov | DPA: After more than two years of intense fighting in Ukraine, Russian Foreign Minister ...
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Sweden should hike military budget to 2.6% of GDP, defence committee says: Sweden should raise its military spending to around 2.6% of GDP by 2030 ...
reuters.com/world/europe/sweden-should-hike-military-budget-26-gdp-defence-committee-says-2024-04-26/
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
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 ...
kyivindependent.com/latvia-to-stop-teaching-russian-as-foreign-language-in-schools/
Reuters World News: Blinken in China, Trump immunity, Haiti violence and Russian censors
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Putin confirms he will visit China in May: The Russian president previously visited China last October to attend the Belt and Road Forum in Beijing.
kyivindependent.com/putin-to-visit-china-in-may/
Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping arms race in outer space: The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.
bbc.com/news/world-68894500
Ukraine Drone Kills 2 in Frontline Region, Russian Official Says: A senior Russian proxy official in the occupied Ukrainian region of Zaporizhzhia said Thursday ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/25/ukraine-drone-kills-2-in-frontline-region-russian-official-says-a84953
Russian missile damages civilian, railway infrastructure in Ukraine's Cherkasy region, air force says
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Meta comms chief handed six year Russian prison sentence for 'justifying terrorism'
theregister.com/2024/04/23/meta_russian_prison/
Ukraine faces race against time to deploy US funding: Tough weeks ahead for Kyiv in its fight to stem Russian advances despite passage of long-awaited bill from ...
ft.com/content/099e668a-61c8-43c0-87a4-546dc09b73c2
Moscow: Deputy Defense Minister Ivanov accused of corruption: Timur Ivanov is alleged to have accepted massive bribes. The deputy Sergei Shoigus has now been ...
de.euronews.com/2024/04/24/russland-verteidigungsministerium-iwanow-korruption
Russia, the historically aggrieved hegemon: Against the backdrop of the Putin regime's military aggression, it is easy to forget the important role that Russia ...
nzz.ch/meinung/der-gekraenkte-hegemon-zu-den-historischen-bedingungen-des-russischen-imperialismus-ld.1825934
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
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 ...
reuters.com/markets/commodities/lme-moves-stop-gaming-russian-aluminium-sanctions-based-rule-2024-04-23/
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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