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Sahra Wagenknecht: GDR civil rights activist criticizes BSW disinformation:
The Wagenknecht party BSW performs particularly well in polls in the East ...
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Quick Glance: Wagenknecht Criticized for Disinformation at BSW
- In some eastern German states, the party BSW led by Sahra Wagenknecht receives strong support, but DDR civil rights activists criticize her severely.
- The civil rights movement in the GDR accuses the BSW leader and other party members of lying and spreading disinformation about the war in Ukraine.
- The signatories of the open letter recall their struggle for freedom of speech in the GDR and highlight disinformation from Wagenknecht and the BSW.
- They urge democratic parties to distance themselves from politicians like Wagenknecht and not to form coalitions with them, especially due to their alleged dissemination of disinformation and ideas of 'national socialism'.
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Former GDR civil rights activists warn against coalitions with the BSW: The Sahra Wagenknecht alliance could come into government after the state elections in ...
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Lies about the war in Ukraine? GDR civil rights activists make serious accusations against Wagenknecht
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Stance on the Ukraine war: GDR civil rights activists warn against coalitions with BSW
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Warning about the BSW: Former GDR civil rights activists warn against government participation by the new party led by Sahra Wagenknecht - and recall their false ...
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"Can spread lies with impunity" - | Former GDR civil rights activists attack BSW: Sahra Wagenknecht and her newly founded party are repeatedly criticized for ...
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Wagenknecht and BSW: GDR civil rights activists keep their distance: "BSW, what do you think about the truth?" ask GDR civil rights activists in an open letter ...
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"Liar!" Ex-GDR civil rights activists attack Sahra Wagenknecht: Prominent politicians criticize the BSW's stance on Russia and the war in Ukraine ...
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Former GDR civil rights activists warn against coalitions with BSW: ARCHIVE - 09.06.2024, Berlin: Sahra Wagenknecht, party chairwoman of the Sahra Wagenknecht ...
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BSW and Wagenknecht: GDR civil rights activists distance themselves: "BSW, what do you think about the truth?", GDR civil rights activists ask in an open letter ...
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Wagenknecht and BSW: GDR civil rights activists keep their distance: "BSW, what do you think about the truth?", GDR civil rights activists ask in an open letter ...
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Wagenknecht: Serious accusations against BSW boss - | "It is obvious": Serious accusations against Sahra Wagenknecht. Members of the civil movement in the GDR ...
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GDR civil rights activists criticize BSW: | "Could it be that Sahra Wagenknecht is lying?"
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"Liar!" Ex-GDR civil rights activists attack Sahra Wagenknecht: Prominent politicians criticize the BSW's stance on Russia and the war in Ukraine ...
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Former GDR civil rights activists warn against coalitions with BSW: ARCHIVE - 09.06.2024, Berlin: Sahra Wagenknecht, party chairwoman of the Sahra Wagenknecht ...
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Wagenknecht: Serious accusations against BSW boss - | "It is obvious": Serious accusations against Sahra Wagenknecht. Members of the civil movement in the GDR ...
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GDR civil rights activists criticize BSW: | "Could it be that Sahra Wagenknecht is lying?"
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The "Gate to Hell" is getting bigger and bigger - | and that's just the beginning
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Sahra Wagenknecht calls for "fair treatment" of the AfD: The AfD has won a state election in Thuringia for the first time. How should we deal with the party ...
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Vladimir Putin claims he wants 'infectious' Kamala Harris to win US election over Donald Trump
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Quick Glance: Putin Humorously Endorses Kamala Harris for Election
- President Putin humorously stated his support for Kamala Harris after the U.S. Justice Department revealed a covert Russian influence campaign ahead of the elections.
- The U.S. government accused state broadcaster RT of conducting a propaganda effort, while previous claims of Russian interference were dismissed as nonsense.
- Putin noted Harris's infectious laugh and speculated that she might refrain from imposing further sanctions on Russia.
- Russian authorities announced retaliatory measures against U.S. media, asserting that the U.S. actions contradict principles of media freedom.
"BSW is closer in position to established parties than the AfD has ever been": The further development of party democracy depends "fundamentally" on how ...
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Ukraine stops oil & gas transit from Russia - Hungary & Slovakia in need?: Ukraine stops the transit of Russian gas and oil at the turn of the year ...
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Quick Glance: Ukraine Halts Russian Gas and Oil Transit by 2025
- Ukraine will discontinue the transit of Russian gas and oil to the EU starting in 2025, putting pressure on Hungary and Slovakia.
- President Zelenskyy announced the existing gas transit agreement will not be renewed, as it expires on December 31, 2024.
- Ukraine plans to transport gas from Central Asia or Azerbaijan to Europe to cut off Russia's revenue streams.
- Despite the potential energy crisis for Hungary and Slovakia, Ukraine remains unfazed as transit revenues constitute a small fraction of its overall national income.
Zelensky presses West for permission to use long-range weapons; US, Canada vow more aid
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Quick Glance: Zelensky Urges West to Approve Long-Range Weapons Use
- President Zelensky called on Western nations to allow Ukrainian forces to use long-range weapons to strike inside Russian territories.
- He praised the ongoing offensives and stated that such capabilities could expedite the war's conclusion.
- The US announced a new $250 million security package for Ukraine, while Germany and Canada pledged additional military support.
- Russia recently launched attacks on Pavlograd, highlighting the ongoing conflict amid Ukraine's military operations.
Difficulties with a woman: Why Sahra Wagenknecht is being demonized: Veteran political campaigners are attacking the BSW founder, who was suddenly given power in ...
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Quick Glance: Wagenknecht sharply counters Habeck's accusations
- Sahra Wagenknecht criticized Robert Habeck's statements as 'outrageous' and is considering legal action.
- She attributed the attacks on her party to the Greens' poor performance in the state elections.
- Wagenknecht called for discussions on key political issues but ruled out coalition negotiations.
- She emphasized the need to avoid social cuts and to take a clear stance on arms deliveries to Ukraine.
The CDU's Wagenknecht dilemma: Merz in red socks: An alliance with the pragmatist Ramelow is taboo, but do you want to talk to ex-communist Wagenknecht? The ...
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Selensky rejects freezing the war - | New arms deliveries announced: The Ukrainian president only wants to negotiate with Russia from a position of strength ...
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- The state electoral authority is reviewing the seat distribution in the Saxon parliament for potential errors affecting the AfD.
- Prime Minister Kretschmer considers a coalition with the SPD possible, while the AfD might lose its blocking minority.
- The CDU emerged as the strongest party with 31.9 percent, followed closely by the AfD at 30.6 percent and the BSW at 11.8 percent.
- Voter turnout reached a record high of 74.4 percent in Saxony.
Resistance in the CDU to a coalition with BSW is growing: According to a report, around 40 CDU members are calling for a resolution of incompatibility with the ...
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Quick Glance: CDU and BSW Coalition Talks Take Center Stage
- The CDU and Wagenknecht's party are exploring potential coalitions in Thüringen and Sachsen following the state elections.
- Sahra Wagenknecht emphasizes the need for dialogue, while CDU under Friedrich Merz reaffirms its stance against the Left and AfD.
- Mario Voigt faces the challenge of forming a stable government, considering possible cooperation with AfD as well.
- The CDU state board in Thüringen has decided to engage in talks with SPD and BSW, excluding the Left and AfD.
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Russia Is Waging War Against the West, but Most People Are in Denial: Even though Russia admits it is fighting a war against the “collective West ...
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Russia says it seized town in eastern Ukraine, as Germany’s Scholz calls for new peace talks
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Quick Glance: Asylum Debate: Disputes Over Border Policy and Legal Challenges
- The debate focuses on the rejection of refugees at the border, with the Union and FDP in favor, while the SPD and Greens express legal concerns.
- CDU leader Merz's ultimatum regarding asylum reform was dismissed by both the SPD and Greens as mere election rhetoric.
- The Greens demand proposals that comply with the constitution and EU law, rejecting border rejections.
- Interior Minister Faeser expresses openness to the idea of rejections but emphasizes the need for legal examination.
Failed decapitation strike: How Russia lost the early battle of fate for Kiev: When Putin announced his "military special operation" in Ukraine at the end of ...
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Quick Glance: Turkey Seeks Brics Membership to Enhance Global Influence
- Turkey has officially applied for membership in the Brics group to expand its global influence.
- This move stems from frustration over slow progress in its EU membership bid and geopolitical tensions with other NATO members.
- President Erdogan emphasizes that Turkey can strengthen its ties with both East and West to become a prosperous nation.
- The Brics group positions itself as an alternative to Western organizations and aims to diminish the role of the US dollar in the global economy.
Despite the ICC arrest warrant: Mongolian head of state welcomes Putin: More than 50 Russian citizens outside the country signed an open letter calling on the ...
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Quick Glance: Mongolia Hosts Putin Despite ICC Arrest Warrant
- Mongolia will be the first ICC member state to host Putin since the arrest warrant was issued.
- His visit for the 85th anniversary of the Khalkhin Gol victory underscores Mongolia's reliance on Russian energy.
- Despite obligations to the ICC, Mongolia is likely to prioritize national interests over international law.
- This decision is a disappointment to the international community advocating for adherence to global commitments.
Watch | Ukraine deploys 'dragon drones' against Russia, reviving World War-era weapon
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Ukraine War: Supplying Weapons Until Victory - | The Chimera of a Western Triumph
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Quick Glance: Key Military Aid Packages for Ukraine Announced
- The EU announced a new €40 million aid package to support Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
- Germany will deliver 12 additional self-propelled howitzers to Ukraine, expected by the end of 2025.
- The US will provide a $250 million security assistance package to meet Ukraine's military needs.
- The UK confirmed the provision of 650 new specialized missiles to enhance Ukraine's air defenses.
Ukraine war: Western allies show Kiev its limits: The promised military aid falls short of Kiev's expectations. The USA rejects the use of long-range weapons ...
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Election in Thuringia: Höcke-AfD wins, BSW behind CDU, Ramelow voted out of office
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Quick Glance: Historic Success for AfD in Thuringia Election
- The AfD emerges as the strongest party in Thuringia with 32.8%, while Spitzenkandidat Höcke fails to secure a direct mandate.
- The Left Party faces a significant loss, dropping to 13.1%, while the CDU becomes the second strongest party with 23.6%.
- The newly formed alliance led by Sahra Wagenknecht achieves 15.8%, becoming the third strongest party and changing the political landscape.
- The AfD's blocking minority may impede crucial decisions in the state parliament, complicating coalition-building efforts.
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Viktor Orbán is losing his Putin discount: Hungary has long enjoyed bargain Russian oil. New Ukrainian sanctions are changing that — and Budapest is fuming.
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US widens indictment of Russians in 'WhisperGate' conspiracy to destroy Ukrainian and NATO systems
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Quick Glance: US Takes Action Against Russian Cyber Attacks
- The U.S. Justice Department has expanded its indictment of Russian military personnel for the WhisperGate malware attacks aimed at destroying computer systems in Ukraine and 26 NATO allies.
- Five Russian military intelligence officers are charged in a conspiracy to demoralize the Ukrainian population ahead of Russia's invasion.
- The cyberattacks targeted civilian infrastructure, including judiciary, emergency services, food safety, and education, resulting in the leakage of sensitive personal data of Ukrainian civilians.
- The U.S. is offering $60 million for information leading to the indicted individuals, highlighting international efforts to combat Russian cyber threats.
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- The state elections in Saxony and Thuringia are approaching, with Prime Minister Michael Kretschmer (CDU) and Bodo Ramelow (Left) as key candidates.
- Marc Felix Serrao, editor of the Neue Zürcher Zeitung, warns about the common ground between the AfD and the Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW), criticizing the CDU for its exclusion strategy.
- Bodo Ramelow emphasizes his political commitment to remain active regardless of the election outcome.
- Edeka has taken a stand against the AfD in an advertisement, labeling the party as a threat to a diverse society.
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- A Russian strike on a military school in Poltava resulted in 47 deaths and over 206 injuries.
- President Zelensky urgently called for increased air defense systems from Western allies to prevent future attacks.
- Ukrainian Foreign Minister Kuleba emphasized that the available Patriot systems are insufficient for effective protection.
- Local authorities declared three days of mourning as emergency services worked to clear debris at the scene.
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Quick Glance: Taiwan President Challenges China's Territorial Claims
- Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te asserts that if China claims Taiwan for territorial integrity, it should also reclaim land from Russia ceded in the 19th century.
- He references the 1858 Treaty of Aigun, questioning why China does not seek the return of these territories while pursuing claims over Taiwan.
- Lai emphasizes that China's motives regarding Taiwan stem from a desire to alter the international order and achieve dominance in the Western Pacific.
- He highlights that China's assertions of sovereignty over Taiwan are historically contentious and not solely based on territorial integrity.
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Business reaction: "The election result will reduce prosperity in Saxony and Thuringia"
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Paid articlePaywallBodo Ramelow appeals to Mario Voigt: Thuringian election winner AfD wants to talk to CDU and BSW
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Quick Glance: Ramelow Warns Against Höcke and the AfD
- Minister President Bodo Ramelow criticizes the AfD for exploiting the Solingen debate during the election campaign.
- Polls indicate that Ramelow's minority government is unlikely to continue, while the AfD stands at 30 percent.
- Ramelow excludes any cooperation with the AfD and is open to discussions with other democratic parties.
- The Left's poll ratings have declined since the last election, yet Ramelow remains the most popular candidate among his challengers.
Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance: These are our demands, we cannot do without them - | Sevim Dagdelen
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Martenstein: The primary purpose of the "firewall" is to force the CDU into left-wing coalitions forever
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Paid articlePaywall Armin Laschet on "Maischberger": | "I always support my boss": On "Maischberger", SPD General Secretary Kühnert and BSW co-head Mohamed Ali snipe at each other ...
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Quick Glance: Contentious Dialogue at 'Maischberger' on Coalitions
- The 'Maischberger' talk show featured heated exchanges between SPD's Kevin Kühnert and BSW's Amira Mohamed Ali regarding pensions and old-age poverty.
- Moderators highlighted the increasing political tensions within the Ampel coalition, while the CDU faces internal conflicts.
- Armin Laschet emphasized the CDU's incompatibility with the AfD and expressed concerns about collaboration with the Left.
- Laschet affirmed his loyalty to the CDU and Friedrich Merz, while viewing Söder's chancellorship ambitions as problematic.
Ukraine updates: Russia launches fresh strikes on Kyiv, Lviv: Ukraine's military reported another wave of Russian drone and missile attacks amid an uptick ...
dw.com/en/ukraine-updates-russia-launches-fresh-strikes-on-kyiv-lviv/live-70126333
Quick Glance: Ukraine Developments: Attacks and Government Reshuffle
- The IMF has commenced a fifth review of its lending program for Ukraine to secure $1.1 billion in additional financing.
- In Lviv, seven people, including three children, died in a Russian attack, prompting President Zelenskyy to renew calls for long-range weaponry.
- Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba has submitted his resignation amid a larger government reshuffle that has seen multiple ministers step down.
- Ukraine repelled new airstrikes while Poltava declared three days of mourning following an attack that resulted in numerous casualties.
Name of BSW and Wagenknecht: There must be no unelected party leaders: A party names itself after the person at the top: this has never happened before ...
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Paid articlePaywallQuick Glance: Wagenknecht Alliance Disrupts German Political Landscape
- The Sahra Wagenknecht Alliance (BSW) has emerged as a significant player in German politics, achieving 16% and 12% in elections in Thuringia and Saxony, respectively, within just eight months.
- While ruling out formal coalitions with the far-right AfD, the BSW's strong position makes it a potential kingmaker in future negotiations.
- Sahra Wagenknecht highlighted that the BSW's voter support reflects widespread dissatisfaction in Germany and positions the party as a force for change.
- The BSW combines left and right policies, criticizing the government's energy strategy and advocating for a more diplomatic approach to foreign relations.
Wagenknecht attacks Habeck: "This is a complete impertinence" - | Video: Sahra Wagenknecht lashes out at Robert Habeck. After criticism from the Green Party ...
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BSW: Wagenknecht arrives in the West: Her party is founding regional associations in North Rhine-Westphalia and Lower Saxony. The newly elected dual leadership ...
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Read the full federal indictment accusing Russians of funding divisive online content in the U.S.
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"Insa" survey: Support for traffic light parties reaches new low point: According to the Insa Sunday survey, only 29 percent of respondents can imagine voting ...
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article253410632/Insa-Umfrage-Zustimmung-fuer-Ampel-Parteien-erreicht-neuen-Tiefpunkt.html
Orbán says ‘it’s necessary’ for Zelenskyy and Putin to meet to end Ukraine war: Hungary’s prime minister is still trying to play the role of peacemaker in the ...
politico.eu/article/viktor-orban-necessary-volodymyr-zelenskyy-vladimir-putin-meet-end-ukraine-war-russia/
Wall Street Journal: Iran supports Russia with ballistic missiles: Russia is said to have received support from Iran in the Ukraine war. The West has announced ...
berliner-zeitung.de/politik-gesellschaft/geopolitik/wall-street-journal-iran-unterstuetzt-russland-mit-kurzstreckenraketen-li.2251969
Russia's Kamchatka helicopter crash: 17 bodies recovered in search operations
wionews.com/videos/russias-kamchatka-helicopter-crash-17-bodies-recovered-in-search-operations-755201
NATO condemns Russian violation into Romanian airspace : NATO Deputy Secretary General, Mircea Geoana, condemned Russia's violation into the airspace of the ...
ukrinform.net/rubric-ato/3903460-nato-condemns-russian-violation-into-romanian-airspace.html
Zaporizhzhya: Cooling tower will probably have to be demolished: A cooling tower at the nuclear power plant in Zaporizhia will probably have to be demolished ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/saporischschja-kuehlturm-grossi-ukraine-krieg-russland-100.html
War opponents: Putin is punishing Russian teenagers so harshly: They are brave: Young people in Russia who are protesting against the war in Ukraine are ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/russland-gefangene-jugendliche-putin-100.html
BSW foundation: Mohamed Ali in Magdeburg: criticism of aid to Ukraine and migration
mz.de/mitteldeutschland/landespolitik/bsw-partei-gruendung-magdeburg-mohamed-ali-politik-migration-ukraine-3912363
Paid articlePaywallZelenskiy orders war's biggest reshuffle to give Ukraine 'new energy': President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Ukraine needed "new energy" ...
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Quick Glance: Major Government Overhaul in Ukraine's War Efforts
- President Zelenskiy initiated a significant government reshuffle to bring 'new energy' to Ukraine's fight against Russia.
- Six ministers, including Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba, submitted resignations, with parliament accepting four of them.
- Analysts noted that this restructuring was planned to enhance government effectiveness.
- The Kremlin stated that the changes in Ukraine's government would not affect the peace negotiation process.
Sociologist Klaus Dörre on the AfD in Thuringia: "The AfD is on its way to power"
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1 Killed, Dozens Injured in Russian Strikes on Ukraine's Pavlohrad
: Russian missile strikes on the Ukrainian city of Pavlohrad killed at least one person and ...
themoscowtimes.com/2024/09/06/1-killed-dozens-injured-in-russian-strikes-on-ukraines-pavlohrad-a86290
FBI dossier reveals Putin’s secret psy-ops in Europe: Russian psychological warriors identified Germany as a particularly vulnerable target for Moscow’s ...
politico.eu/article/fbi-dossier-reveals-russian-psy-ops-disinformation-campaign-election-europe/
Quick Glance: Russian Influence Operations Targeting Europe Revealed
- The U.S. government indicted two Russian citizens and seized over 30 internet domains linked to an election influence campaign.
- An FBI dossier disclosed a Russian operation aimed at manipulating European politicians and influencers to undermine support for Ukraine.
- Germany was identified as particularly vulnerable to Russian influence due to its dependency on Russian gas.
- The operations included creating fake news articles and using social media strategies to spread disinformation.
Chancellor gives summer interview: Scholz against new elections and for Ukraine negotiations
n-tv.de/politik/Scholz-gegen-Neuwahlen-und-fuer-Ukraine-Verhandlungen-article25212745.html
Ukrainian air defence intercepts Russian drone near Lviv: The Ukrainian military is trying to draw Russia's attention and resources away from a crucial city ...
euronews.com/my-europe/2024/09/06/ukrainian-village-hit-by-russian-drone-debris-as-lviv-mourns-attack-victims
Deaths and injuries after Russian air strike against Ukraine: The Sumy region near the border is a repeated target of Russian attacks. Authorities are now ...
fr.de/politik/tote-und-verletzte-nach-russischem-luftschlag-gegen-ukraine-zr-93287439.html
State elections in Brandenburg: Dietmar Woidke rejects coalition negotiations with Sahra Wagenknecht
welt.de/politik/deutschland/article253383054/Landtagswahlen-Brandenburg-Dietmar-Woidke-lehnt-Koalitionsverhandlungen-mit-Sahra-Wagenknecht-ab.html
🔴 Live: UK to send Ukraine hundreds of new missile systems to boost air defence: The UK will send Ukraine 650 new specialist missile systems to boost its air ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240905-%F0%9F94%B4-live-uk-to-supply-ukraine-with-hundreds-of-new-missiles
“Maybrit Illner”: The CDU “must not even wave over the firewall”: After the AfD’s success in the state elections, the CDU can only form a government in Saxony ...
welt.de/vermischtes/article253382854/Maybrit-Illner-Die-CDU-darf-nicht-mal-kurz-ueber-die-Brandmauer-rueberwinken.html
War imminent? Germany activates air-defence system owing to Russian threat : Germany's military put the first Iris-T air-defence system into service on its ...
wionews.com/world/war-imminent-germany-activates-air-defence-system-owing-to-russian-threat-755905
Current poll on the election in Brandenburg: AfD still in the lead: There will be a state election in Brandenburg on September 22nd. The AfD would currently get ...
berliner-zeitung.de/news/landtagswahl-umfrage-afd-legt-in-brandenburg-weiter-zu-spd-auf-platz-zwei-li.2251819
Brandenburg: First BSW top politician calls for an AfD ban to be examined. Reason: The opposition party's proposals remind him of the "Nuremberg race laws" ...
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Why Wagenknecht demands fairness in dealing with the AfD: Sahra Wagenknecht (l./BSW) and Katja Wolf celebrate the good election result together.
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US accuses Russia of spreading disinformation before November election: The Biden administration has announced criminal charges, the seizure of internet domains ...
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Quick Glance: US Plans to Accuse Russia of Election Disinformation
- The Biden administration is set to accuse Russia of disinformation campaigns related to the U.S. presidential election.
- The upcoming announcement from Attorney General Merrick Garland will highlight U.S. concerns regarding Russian activities and indicate potential legal actions against those involved.
- Russia employs increasingly sophisticated techniques to manipulate voter demographics and swing-state voters through social media narratives advancing its interests.
- Tactics include using state media like RT and fake websites to propagate anti-U.S. messages while obscuring the origins of such content.
🔴Live: Zelensky says 41 killed in Russian strike on Ukraine's Poltava: Two Russian ballistic missiles struck an educational facility and nearby hospital in the ...
france24.com/en/europe/20240903-%F0%9F94%B4live-zelensky-says-41-killed-in-russian-strike-on-ukraine-s-poltava
Ukraine war: Kyiv plans to indefinitely hold Russian territory it seized, says Zelensky
wionews.com/world/ukraine-war-kyiv-plans-to-hold-indefinitely-hold-russian-territory-it-seized-says-zelensky-755654
DOJ charges former 2016 Trump campaign adviser over his work for sanctioned Russian TV
pbs.org/newshour/politics/doj-charges-former-2016-trump-campaign-adviser-over-his-work-for-sanctioned-russian-tv
Quick Glance: US Charges Trump Campaign Adviser for Russian TV Work
- The U.S. government has charged Dimitri Simes, a former adviser to Donald Trump's 2016 campaign, for working with a sanctioned Russian state television and for money laundering.
- Simes and his wife received over $1 million and a personal car and driver for their work with Russia's Channel One since June 2022.
- This indictment comes amid growing concerns about Russian interference in the upcoming U.S. elections through online disinformation.
- If convicted, Simes and his wife could face up to 20 years in prison.
Durov says Telegram will tackle criticism of how it moderates content: Telegram boss Pavel Durov said on Friday that the messaging app would tackle criticism of ...
reuters.com/technology/durov-says-telegram-will-take-new-approach-towards-moderation-2024-09-06/
Quick Glance: Challenges of Free Speech in the Digital Age
- Tensions between free speech absolutism and legal standards were highlighted by the arrest of Pavel Durov in France and the shutdown of X in Brazil.
- Elon Musk expressed fury over Brazil's Supreme Court decision to close X, labeling the actions as censorship while the court held X accountable for promoting hate speech.
- The European Commission has targeted X under the new Digital Services Act, accusing it of breaching EU laws, potentially leading to significant fines or a ban.
- The current landscape indicates that absolute free speech in the digital realm can lead to commercial vulnerability, as platforms face increasing accountability for the content they host.
Now Trump Has Decided He Is 'Very Offended' By Putin's Endorsement Of Kamala Harris
huffpost.com/entry/trump-offended-putins-harris-endorsement_n_66ddcf15e4b05e7aac7c112d
International: Turkey applies to join the BRICS group: Turkey wants to join the alliance of emerging economies. It would be the first NATO country in the ...
handelsblatt.com/politik/international/international-tuerkei-beantragt-aufnahme-in-die-brics-gruppe/100065883.html
Quick Glance: Turkey Seeks Membership in BRICS Group
- Turkey has formally applied for membership in the BRICS group, making it the first NATO country to do so.
- The application was prompted by stalled negotiations regarding Turkey's EU membership.
- President Erdogan stated that Turkey does not view BRICS as an alternative to other structures and remains an official EU candidate.
- Erdogan is expected to attend the BRICS summit in October in Kazan to strengthen the group's position against the USA and the EU.
Putin is left with liquefied gas from the prestige project "Arctic LNG 2": Russia is partially successfully circumventing the West's energy sanctions ...
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