Ukraine is already using U.S.-supplied rocket systems in conflict, top general says
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- Regarding Trump's harsh attack on Cohen on Saturday, Davis mentioned the difficulty in imprisoning Trump for his social media outbursts.
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Quick Glance: Reviving a Decommissioned Nuclear Plant
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- After 50 years of operation, the Palisades nuclear power plant was decommissioned in 2022. The process of reopening presents technical, administrative, and regulatory challenges. However, the new owners have been working on the plans for years, which facilitates the potential restart.
- Securing funding and approvals is crucial for the revival of the nuclear power plant. State support and a substantial federal loan are intended to cover the necessary repairs and upgrades. Yet, regulatory approval remains a significant hurdle in the reopening process.
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Russian broker running asset swap scheme in contact with U.S. banks, funds: The Russian broker organising a frozen asset swap scheme that could free up stranded ...
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- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
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- The potential fall of the town before the Soviet Victory Day would signal increasing Russian battlefield momentum amid a slowdown in Western military aid to Kyiv.
- Kyiv's brigades are currently holding back the assaults near Chasiv Yar and have received reinforcements in terms of ammunition, drones, and electronic warfare devices.
- Recent escalations in the war have raised concerns about the resilience of Ukraine's energy system, with Russia conducting significant air strikes on Ukrainian power plants and substations.
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Russian court orders Glencore to pay shares worth 114.8 mln euros in Sberbank lawsuit
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SBU: Ukraine's modernized sea drones can carry 1 ton of explosives over 1,000 kilometers away
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Ukraine intercepts Russian sabotage group near border in Sumy Oblast: Border guards repelled an attack by Russian saboteurs in Sumy Oblast, Ukraine's State ...
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Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 781: As the war enters its 781st day, these are the main developments.
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US Senator Schumer says congressional party leaders reach 'consensus' on aid to Israel, Ukraine
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Washington Post: US request not to target Russian oil refineries 'irritated' Zelensky
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Russian, Iranian foreign ministers warn against further escalation in Middle East
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The futility of the war in Ukraine has become more apparent : The war continues—until one side, more likely the Ukrainians, or both are exhausted or conclude ...
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Ukraine's power plants at the mercy of Russian missiles: Russia now frequently targets Ukraine's energy infrastructure in an attempt to cripple the country.
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Russia Adds Theater Director Berkovich, Playwright Petriychuk to ‘Terrorists and Extremists’ List
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Zelenskyy assessing Ukraine’s frontline strategy, weapons supply: President Voldoymyr Zelenskyy and Ukrainian commanders on Monday considered action at the front ...
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Zelensky: Russia continues to have access to missile, drone components: Military aid for Ukraine is limited, while Russia continues to have access to ...
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- Israel reported an attack with 170 drones, 30 cruise missiles, and 120 ballistic missiles, with the majority being intercepted.
- Zelensky emphasized the similarity between attacks in Ukraine and Israel, stressing the need for international unity against terrorism.
- US Congressmen are considering whether to combine or separate aid for Israel and Ukraine in a pending bill, with funding decisions still pending.
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Russia's war of aggression: Von der Leyen calls on US Congress to release Ukraine aid package
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Germany in New Push to Get China Behind Ukraine Peace Efforts: Chancellor Olaf Scholz meets Xi Jinping in Beijing amid expectations that Russia could launch a ...
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Ukraine’s New Draft Unsettles the Young: Reporters from The New York Times spoke to men who could be affected by the change.
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