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Ukrainian combat locusts attack Russia: Russian propaganda invents new story
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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.
Germany cuffs alleged Russian spies over plot to bomb industrial and military targets
theregister.com/2024/04/19/germany_arrests_alleged_russian_spies/
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.
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
Ukraine war: Children among eight dead in Russian strike on Dnipropetrovsk region
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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/
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.
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
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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Ukraine Says 8 Killed in Overnight Russian Strikes: Russian night-time strikes killed eight people, including two children, and injured 18 in Ukraine's central ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/04/19/ukraine-says-eight-killed-in-overnight-russian-strikes-a84895
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 says Russian strikes on Dnipropetrovsk region injure over 25 people, damage critical infrastructure
wionews.com/world/ukraine-says-russian-strikes-on-dnipropetrovsk-region-injure-over-25-people-damage-critical-infrastructure-712899
German police arrest suspected Russian spies over bombing plan: Two men held for alleged intent to sabotage that included military base training Ukrainian ...
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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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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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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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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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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 ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/world/2024/04/19/cia-chief-warns-ukraine-could-lose-war-in-2024-without-fresh-aid-
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.
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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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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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
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 ...
bbc.com/news/world-europe-68840261
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/
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 ...
fr.de/wirtschaft/schlag-moskau-china-banken-einschraenkung-transaktionen-russland-zr-93020405.html
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 ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/ukraine-haetten-die-istanbul-verhandlungen-den-krieg-beenden-koennen-li.2206712
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.
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
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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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.
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.
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
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
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
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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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.
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
Apple renews For All Mankind and announces a spinoff series set in the Soviet Union
engadget.com/apple-renews-for-all-mankind-and-announces-a-spinoff-series-set-in-the-soviet-union-173950761.html
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.
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 ...
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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
Children among at lest nine killed in Russian air strikes in Ukraine: Three children among those killed in Dnipropetrovsk region
standard.co.uk/news/world/russian-air-strikes-dnipro-synelnykove-children-killed-war-b1152513.html
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
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
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
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
Sergei Gerasimov: A difficult March for Ukraine: March was an eventful month for Ukraine: Putin's victory in the presidential election ...
nzz.ch/feuilleton/sergei-gerasimow-ein-schwieriger-maerz-fuer-die-ukraine-ld.1825929
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
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
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
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.
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
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/
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/
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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Virtual backdoor in Windows: IT experts stop malware controlled by Russia: Russia's secret service is apparently using software that has now been uncovered ...
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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
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
Central Asia: Welcome to the ‘opportunity zone’: The Great Game’s got a new name.
eurasianet.org/central-asia-welcome-to-the-opportunity-zone
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
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
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.
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-
Guarding The Memory Of The Brutal Russian Siege Of Chernihiv, As Bombs Fall Again
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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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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/
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/
At least 10 killed in Russian attack on Chernihiv, Zelensky says | DPA: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky called for more air defence support from Western ...
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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
Germany urges dozen of allies to send air defence systems to Ukraine: Berlin launches global call to help protect cities, troops and infrastructure from Russia’s ...
ft.com/content/6db9f905-2dc3-41fd-b57a-1d062a62cc69
Opinion | Moment of Truth on Ukraine and Israel: Both countries urgently need U.S. aid to defend themselves against brazen adversaries that seek their ...
wsj.com/articles/moment-of-truth-on-ukraine-and-israel-war-ammo-aid-package-iran-russia-7ed30288
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