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Lavrov: Ready to use "any means necessary" in the Ukraine war: Russia's Foreign Minister Lavrov has given an interview to US journalist Tucker Carlson. In it ...
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Lavrov: Ready to use
Lavrov says Russia ready to 'use any means' to defend itself: Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said his country is ready to "use any means" to defend ...
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Lavrov says Russia ready to 'use any means' to defend itself
Russia at war with the USA? Munz: "Lavrov's answer was different this time": Moscow repeatedly emphasizes that the USA and the West have long been at war with ...
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Russia at war with the USA? Munz:
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USA plans Russia's defeat: Lavrov threatens to use "any means": In an interview with former Fox News presenter Tucker Carlson, the Russian foreign minister makes ...
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USA plans Russia's defeat: Lavrov threatens to use
Tucker Carlson interviewed Russian FM Lavrov — here’s what he said and why it’s not true
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Tucker Carlson interviewed Russian FM Lavrov — here’s what he said and why ...
Putin’s Pals Say Tucker Carlson Is Acting as a Secret Back-Channel to Trump: Carlson traveled to Moscow to push the Kremlin’s Ukraine propaganda in public ...
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Putin’s Pals Say Tucker Carlson Is Acting as a Secret Back-Channel to ...
Lavrov at Carlson: "Ready for anything, but prefer a peaceful solution": The Ukraine war, Russia's "red lines" and the prospects for peace were the main topics ...
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Lavrov at Carlson:
Lavrov says Russia ready to defend itself through ‘any means’ : Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on Thursday said he hoped Ukraine’s allies took ...
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Lavrov says Russia ready to defend itself through ‘any means’
Lavrov demands complete NATO withdrawal as condition for peace agreement with Ukraine - Euromaidan Press
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Lavrov demands complete NATO withdrawal as condition for peace agreement ...
Fact-Check: Tucker Carlson Interviews Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov : Controversial right-wing personality Tucker Carlson returned to Russia to ...
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Fact-Check: Tucker Carlson Interviews Russian Foreign Minister Sergei ...
Russian top diplomat urges West to take Moscow’s 'signal' seriously: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, in an interview aired late Thursday ...
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Russian top diplomat urges West to take Moscow’s 'signal' seriously
Russia-Ukraine War: Lavrov Signals Readiness To Use Any Means In Ukraine Conflict
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Russia-Ukraine War: Lavrov Signals Readiness To Use Any Means In Ukraine ...
Russia's top diplomat says Moscow hopes ‘signal' to West is ‘taken seriously': Sergey Lavrov says Moscow sent ‘signals' like use of Oreshnik missile due to use ...
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Russia's top diplomat says Moscow hopes ‘signal' to West is ‘taken ...
Russia Sentences Navalny Lawyers to Years Behind Bars: Russia sentenced three of Navalny’s lawyers to prison for sharing his messages, sparking international ...
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Russia Sentences Navalny Lawyers to Years Behind Bars
UK pledges support for Ukraine with 'landmark' 100-year deal: The UK leader's landmark visit to Kyiv was marked by a Russian drone attack that was intercepted.
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UK pledges support for Ukraine with 'landmark' 100-year deal
Quick Glance: UK Signs Historic 100-Year Pact with Ukraine
  • The United Kingdom has committed to a 100-year partnership with Ukraine to support the country in its war efforts.

  • Sir Keir Starmer reaffirmed the UK's dedication to military and economic aid, including the provision of a new mobile air defense system.

  • Zelensky expressed hopes for security guarantees from allies, especially amid potential shifts in US foreign policy.

  • The visit was marked by air raids, highlighting the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine.
Russia-Ukraine War: Russian strike kills 6 across Ukraine, Kyiv calls attack 'heinous'
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Russia-Ukraine War: Russian strike kills 6 across Ukraine ...
Quick Glance: Metro Engineer Arrested for Aiding Russian Attacks
  • A Kyiv Metro engineer has been detained for allegedly leading a network that directed Russian missile and drone strikes in Kyiv and Kharkiv Oblast.

  • He recruited agents, including a former soldier and a truck driver, who gathered intelligence on the movements of Ukrainian troops.

  • The SBU seized cell phones and firearms as evidence of collaboration with Russia.

  • The suspects face charges of high treason, with potential life sentences and confiscation of property.
Video: Russia attacks Kyiv with ballistic missiles, drone, kills four: World: The attack which happened on Saturday took place in the city’s centrally located ...
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Video: Russia attacks Kyiv with ballistic missiles, drone, kills four
Quick Glance: Russian Assault Leaves Three Dead in Kyiv Attack
  • Russia launched an attack on Kyiv using 39 drones and four ballistic missiles, resulting in at least three fatalities.

  • Ukrainian air defenses intercepted two missiles and 24 drones, with 14 drone simulators reported lost.

  • Ten individuals were injured in Zaporizhzhia when a Russian missile struck residential areas.

  • Ukrainian drone strikes ignited fires at industrial sites in Russia’s Kaluga and Tula regions, with no casualties reported.
North Korean troops are far from ‘cannon fodder,’ Ukrainian soldiers say: Zelenskyy offers prisoner exchange if Kim Jong Un helps with the return of Ukrainian ...
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North Korean troops are far from ‘cannon fodder,’ Ukrainian soldiers say
Quick Glance: North Korea's Suicide Soldiers: A New Challenge for Ukraine
  • Approximately 11,000 North Korean soldiers are fighting for Russia in the Kursk region, with increasing reports of suicide or self-detonation among these troops.

  • A former soldier indicated that North Korean troops are heavily brainwashed and willing to sacrifice their lives for Kim Jong Un.

  • Ukrainian and Western assessments reveal over 3,000 North Korean soldiers have been wounded or killed, suggesting they are ill-prepared for modern warfare.

  • There are indications that these soldiers have been ordered to commit suicide to demonstrate loyalty and protect their families in North Korea.
Selensky's reckoning: Europe has no chance against Russia without Ukraine: The Ukrainian president attests to the geopolitical strength of the Americans and ...
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Selensky's reckoning: Europe has no chance against Russia without Ukraine
Quick Glance: Zelenskyy Warns of Europe's Powerlessness Without Ukraine
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy asserts that Europe cannot militarily stand against Russia without Ukraine.

  • He emphasizes that a Ukrainian victory is crucial to prevent further Russian aggression towards European nations.

  • Zelenskyy criticizes some European allies for not recognizing the threat posed by Russia.

  • Ukraine faces an acute shortage of soldiers and recruits despite having a large army of 980,000 personnel.
Putin to welcome Iranian president for strategic agreement signing | Africanews: Russian President Vladimir Putin welcomed his Iranian counterpart ...
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Putin to welcome Iranian president for strategic agreement signing | ...
Quick Glance: Iran-Russia Alliance Strengthens After Syria Setback
  • Iran and Russia have signed a long-awaited cooperation agreement to enhance military and economic collaboration.

  • The deal arises from the geopolitical challenges both nations face, particularly following the collapse of Assad's regime in Syria.

  • Despite the deepening ties, limitations exist as the agreement lacks a mutual defense clause and past tensions in Syria remain unresolved.

  • Geopolitical dynamics may shift, potentially affecting the relationship between Iran and Russia.
Zelenskyy: Europe has no chance against Russia without Ukrainian military: President Volodymyr Zelenskyy believes that the possibility of ending the war or ...
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Zelenskyy: Europe has no chance against Russia without Ukrainian military
‘Little to lose’: Ukraine exacts retribution on Russian energy sites as Trump looms
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‘Little to lose’: Ukraine exacts retribution on Russian energy sites as ...
Quick Glance: Ukraine Strikes Back: Targeting Russian Energy Infrastructure
  • Ukraine's large-scale drone attacks on Russia prompted severe retaliatory strikes on its energy infrastructure.

  • Russia accused Ukraine of damaging the TurkStream pipeline in an attack labeled as 'energy terrorism'.

  • U.S. pressure on Ukraine decreased after Trump's election, allowing Kyiv to intensify targeted strikes on Russian energy sites.

  • While these attacks carry symbolic weight, experts warn that Ukraine's capacity to significantly disrupt Russian military operations is limited due to the location of key energy resources.
Biden defends foreign policy record despite ongoing crises: Outgoing President Joe Biden sought to burnish his foreign policy record on Monday and said U.S ...
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Biden defends foreign policy record despite ongoing crises
Quick Glance: Biden's Departure: A Legacy of Division
  • President Joe Biden leaves behind a complex legacy marked by significant achievements and deep rifts within his party.

  • His presidency concluded in a politically divided nation, with many Democrats blaming him for Donald Trump's resurgence.

  • Biden faced fractured relationships with former allies and a family drama that influenced his departure.

  • Despite legislative successes, he exits with low approval ratings and a reputation of overstaying his welcome.
Russia is on pace to run out of financial reserves by this fall, which would cripple war efforts, economist says
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Russia is on pace to run out of financial reserves by this fall ...
Biden administration secretly funded Ukraine's drone industry, NYT reports: U.S. intelligence officers reportedly assisted in advancing Ukraine's drone ...
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Biden administration secretly funded Ukraine's drone industry ...
‘Execution’: Horror claim on Aussie teacher: An Australian schoolteacher who fought for Ukraine before being captured by Russia was likely executed after being ...
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‘Execution’: Horror claim on Aussie teacher
Quick Glance: Australian Volunteer Fighter in Ukraine Feared Dead
  • Australian teacher Oscar Jenkins is feared to have been executed after being captured by Russian troops.

  • The Australian government is urgently seeking information regarding his welfare following reports of his death.

  • Jenkins was fighting with the International Legion of Defence of Ukraine, despite lacking military experience.

  • His family continues to receive consular support while the Australian embassy in Moscow investigates.
Ukraine Targets 'Strategic Sites' With Drone Attacks In Russia : Ukraine launched a massive attack on targets inside Russian territory on January 14 ...
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Ukraine Targets 'Strategic Sites' With Drone Attacks In Russia
Quick Glance: US Imposes New Sanctions on Russia's Oil Sector
  • The Biden administration has imposed sanctions on two major Russian oil producers and over 100 tankers to reduce Russia's ability to finance the Ukraine war.

  • These measures aim to drain billions of dollars monthly from the Kremlin and increase the costs of the war.

  • Ukrainian President Zelenskiy expressed gratitude for US and UK support, anticipating that the sanctions will cut Russian oil revenues.

  • However, the effectiveness of these sanctions depends on whether countries like China, India, and Turkey will stop purchasing Russian oil.
Ukrainian special forces target Russian soldiers behind POW executions — several reportedly killed, captured
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Ukrainian special forces target Russian soldiers behind POW executions — ...
Russia is being set aflame by hundreds of arson attacks : The Kremlin blames a campaign of subversion and psychological warfare 
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Russia is being set aflame by hundreds of arson attacks
Trump's Treasury pick Bessent calls for stronger sanctions on Russia over Ukraine war
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Trump's Treasury pick Bessent calls for stronger sanctions on Russia over ...
Syria bans goods from Russia, Iran, Israel: Syria's new administration has banned all Russian, Iranian, and Israeli goods from entering the country in a new ...
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Syria bans goods from Russia, Iran, Israel
Russian attack in center of Kyiv kills three: Three people were killed early on Saturday in the center of Kyiv in a night-time Russian attack ...
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Russian attack in center of Kyiv kills three
Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, Says Ukraine Must Make Concessions: President-elect Donald Trump’s pick to be the top U.S. diplomat ...
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Rubio, Trump's Pick For Secretary Of State, Says Ukraine Must Make ...
Biden: Putin wanted to capture Kyiv, but he hasn't been there. I have: In a summing up of his administration’s foreign policy, US President Joe Biden mentioned ...
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Biden: Putin wanted to capture Kyiv, but he hasn't been there. I have
Russia says it will counter any UK-Ukraine cooperation in Sea of Azov: The Russian Foreign Ministry said on Saturday Ukraine and Britain “had no room” for ...
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Russia says it will counter any UK-Ukraine cooperation in Sea of Azov
Russia's Gazprom could cut 40% of HQ staff as war takes its toll: Gazprom's board is proposing that about 1,600 managers and administrators be cut from its ...
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Russia's Gazprom could cut 40% of HQ staff as war takes its toll
Finnish party expels candidate for echoing Kremlin's Ukraine war language - Euromaidan Press
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Finnish party expels candidate for echoing Kremlin's Ukraine war ...
Donald Trump confirms Putin wants to meet and talks are being arranged: Donald Trump has confirmed that Russian President Vladimir Putin has expressed interest ...
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Donald Trump confirms Putin wants to meet and talks are being arranged
Quick Glance: Elite Discontent with Putin's War Strategy in Ukraine
  • Russia's political elite expresses disappointment in Putin's management of the Ukraine war, expecting it to conclude by 2024.

  • Economic conditions have become a significant source of tension, with many officials feeling weary of the ongoing conflict.

  • Frustration exists among high-ranking security officials regarding Putin's lack of steps towards a full war mobilization.

  • The demographic consequences of the war could substantially diminish Russia's population by the century's end.
Ukraine producing its own air defense systems, Syrskyi says: "We have the capacities and capabilities to create, and we are working on creating ...
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Ukraine producing its own air defense systems, Syrskyi says
Joe Biden Trump-Proofs Russia Sanctions in Parting Shot: In his final week in the White House, the president has made it much more difficult for his successor to ...
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Joe Biden Trump-Proofs Russia Sanctions in Parting Shot
Ukraine war latest: Ukraine's military now totals 880,000 soldiers, facing 600,000 Russian troops, Kyiv claims
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Ukraine war latest: Ukraine's military now totals 880,000 soldiers ...
Ukraine and Russia must both make concessions to end war, Rubio says: Russia's invasion of Ukraine poses one of the incoming Trump administration's greatest ...
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Ukraine and Russia must both make concessions to end war, Rubio says
Quick Glance: Rubio Calls for Concessions to End Ukraine-Russia War
  • Senator Marco Rubio asserts that both Ukraine and Russia must make concessions to end the conflict.

  • He criticizes the Biden administration for its lack of clarity regarding the conflict's objectives and advocates for a realistic approach.

  • Rubio states that while Russia cannot conquer all of Ukraine, it is also unrealistic for Ukraine to expect a complete withdrawal of Russian forces.

  • The Ukraine conflict is likely to highlight significant differences between the incoming Trump administration and the outgoing Biden administration.
The Telegraph reports that France and Britain are discussing deploying peacekeeping forces to Ukraine. Show more
Spend more on arms to keep Trump sweet, say Poland and Ukraine’s leaders: Ukraine and Poland heal their own relationship in face of Russian aggression.
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Spend more on arms to keep Trump sweet, say Poland and Ukraine’s leaders
Quick Glance: NATO Budget Could Exceed Russia's Spending Tenfold
  • Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk called for increased NATO defense spending on January 15, suggesting that matching Poland's spending could result in a budget ten times larger than Russia's.

  • Tusk highlighted that Europe must address its own defense challenges and noted that enhanced contributions could foster better US-European relations.

  • The proposal to raise NATO's spending target from 2% to 5% of GDP has sparked debate, with some members considering a more modest increase to 3%.

  • President Zelensky praised discussions focused on enhancing Ukraine's defense capabilities and tightening sanctions against Russia.
Biden labels end of Facebook fact-checking ‘anti-American’: The US president also insisted he could have beaten Donald Trump during a wide-ranging press ...
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Biden labels end of Facebook fact-checking ‘anti-American’
Trump's inauguration: Giorgia Meloni will attend, Russia will not be represented: Italy's Prime Minister is the only EU head of government to be invited to ...
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Trump's inauguration: Giorgia Meloni will attend, Russia will not be ...
Quick Glance: Meloni Attends Trump's Inauguration Amid Cold and Notables
  • Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni will attend Trump's inauguration in Washington.

  • The ceremony is relocated to the Capitol Rotunda due to extreme cold temperatures.

  • Russia will not be represented due to the absence of a diplomatic envoy, while several tech entrepreneurs and former presidents will be present.

  • Some foreign leaders, including China's vice president, have received invitations, but the EU Commission President has not.
Elon Musk's descent: How the Tesla boss became a troll: The billionaire's campaigns for right-wing extremists come at the end of a long development ...
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Elon Musk's descent: How the Tesla boss became a troll
Danish Intelligence: Russia forged letter to spark Trump's Greenland purchase bid - Euromaidan Press
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Danish Intelligence: Russia forged letter to spark Trump's Greenland ...
Donald Trump backtracks on pledge to end Ukraine war in 24 hours as special envoy sets 100-day timeline
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Donald Trump backtracks on pledge to end Ukraine war in 24 hours as ...
Ukraine says it struck oil depots in Russia’s Kaluga, Tula regions: Ukraine on Saturday claimed a pair of attacks on oil depots in western Russia ...
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Ukraine says it struck oil depots in Russia’s Kaluga, Tula regions
ISW: Russia will annex Belarus in the next 10 years: The Kremlin is on the verge of de facto annexing Belarus, and if current trends continue ...
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ISW: Russia will annex Belarus in the next 10 years
2 Iranian Supreme Court Judges Killed In Tehran: Two prominent Iranian Supreme Court judges have been killed in an attack at the headquarters of the court ...
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2 Iranian Supreme Court Judges Killed In Tehran
Ukraine strikes Russia in ‘major’ drone and missile attack, Russian media and officials report
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Ukraine strikes Russia in ‘major’ drone and missile attack ...
US imposes sanctions against Russian oil tankers under construction for 1st time: The latest sanctions, imposed last week, targeted over 180 oil-carrying vessels ...
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US imposes sanctions against Russian oil tankers under construction for ...
Putin confidant: Ukraine could disappear this year: A companion of the Russian president underlines his country's aspirations to be a great power ...
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Putin confidant: Ukraine could disappear this year
At Least 4 Killed In Russian Strikes On Kyiv And Zaporizhzhya : The Russian military has launched a deadly strike on the Ukrainian capital, Kyiv ...
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At Least 4 Killed In Russian Strikes On Kyiv And Zaporizhzhya
Russia's St Petersburg airport reopens after heavy snowfall halts operations
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Russia's St Petersburg airport reopens after heavy snowfall halts ...
Supporters Chant 'Heroes!' As Russian Court Jails Navalny's Lawyers: A Russian court sentenced three lawyers of Aleksei Navalny to lengthy prison ...
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Supporters Chant 'Heroes!' As Russian Court Jails Navalny's ...
UK announces new $2.6 billion aid package to Ukraine: U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced a new military aid package worth $2.6 billion for Ukraine ...
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UK announces new $2.6 billion aid package to Ukraine
Disappointed by Biden: Almost half of Ukrainians hope for Trump: Almost 45 of Ukrainians say they trust Donald Trump, a record high in Europe ...
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Disappointed by Biden: Almost half of Ukrainians hope for Trump
Russian Army Claims Liberation of Over 60% of Occupied Kursk Territory: Russia’s military said Friday that its forces have reclaimed more than 60% of the ...
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Russian Army Claims Liberation of Over 60% of Occupied Kursk Territory
NATO Deploys Warships, Naval Drones to Baltic Sea Amid Russia Menace: NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte announced on Tuesday a new mission, dubbed Baltic Sentry ...
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NATO Deploys Warships, Naval Drones to Baltic Sea Amid Russia Menace
Quick Glance: Nato Initiates Baltic Sentry Mission for Undersea Security
  • Nato has launched the 'Baltic Sentry' mission to enhance ship surveillance in the Baltic Sea following damage to critical undersea cables.

  • Nato chief Mark Rutte announced the deployment of additional patrol aircraft, warships, and drones as part of this initiative.

  • The mission aims to intensify monitoring of Moscow's 'shadow fleet' amid rising tensions between Nato countries and Russia.

  • Rutte highlighted the importance of undersea cables for infrastructure and financial transactions, asserting that Nato will do everything necessary to ensure the security of this critical infrastructure.
Ukraine Is Questioning Captured North Korean Soldiers, Says Zelenskiy: Ukrainian investigators are questioning two soldiers from North Korea whom the country’s ...
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Ukraine Is Questioning Captured North Korean Soldiers, Says Zelenskiy
Ukraine's Army Now Larger Than Russia's: Kyiv: Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine's army is larger than Russia's, but will it be enough to sustain the war ...
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Ukraine's Army Now Larger Than Russia's: Kyiv
North Korean troops to join Russia’s Victory Day for the first time, media reports
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North Korean troops to join Russia’s Victory Day for the first time ...
Lithuania vows to raise defence spending to 5-6% of GDP: The Baltic nation's announcement comes weeks after US President-elect Donald Trump said NATO allies ...
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Lithuania vows to raise defence spending to 5-6% of GDP
Russia captures two more villages in eastern Ukraine: Army: Russia on Saturday said it had captured two more villages in eastern Ukraine, the latest territorial ...
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Russia captures two more villages in eastern Ukraine: Army
220,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine: Report: It seems that 2024 was the deadliest year of the war so far for Moscow's forces, with thousands of elite ...
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220,000 Russian Soldiers Killed in Ukraine: Report
Ukranian Hackers Managed to Nearly Destroy Russian Internet Provider: The regional Russian provider confirmed the attack on social media, saying it caused a ...
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Ukranian Hackers Managed to Nearly Destroy Russian Internet Provider
Russia Will Send ‘Humanitarian’ Gas Supplies to Transnistria, Moscow-Backed Leader Says
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Russia Will Send ‘Humanitarian’ Gas Supplies to Transnistria ...
Quick Glance: Russia promises gas to Transnistria amid delivery uncertainties
  • Moscow has pledged to supply humanitarian gas to Transnistria, although delivery details remain unspecified.

  • This announcement comes during a severe energy crisis in Transnistria, where heating and industrial operations have been suspended since January 1, 2025.

  • Transnistrian authorities have declined Moldova's offers of European gas, hoping instead for a resumption of Russian supplies.

  • The energy crisis is significantly affecting Transnistria's economy and daily life, heightening tensions between Moldova and the breakaway region.
Russia's Putin and Iran's Pezeshkian to sign strategic partnership pact on Jan. 17, Kremlin says
reuters.com/world/russias-putin-irans-pezeshkian-sign-strategic-partnership-pact-jan-17-kremlin-2025-01-13/
Russia's Putin and Iran's Pezeshkian to sign strategic partnership pact on ...
Biden tightens the noose on Putin with a farewell blitz: In its dying days, the Biden administration has taken aim at Russia with a barrage of fresh sanctions ...
smh.com.au/business/the-economy/biden-tightens-the-noose-on-putin-with-a-farewell-blitz-20250116-p5l4r9.html
Biden tightens the noose on Putin with a farewell blitz
Switzerland willing to host potential Trump-Putin peace talks: Reports: World | This comes after Trump announced Friday (Jan 10) that preparations were underway ...
wionews.com/world/switzerland-donald-trump-vladimir-putin-peace-talks-8612699
Switzerland willing to host potential Trump-Putin peace talks: Reports
Quick Glance: Switzerland Open to Hosting Trump-Putin Talks
  • Switzerland is prepared to arrange a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin if both parties show interest.

  • Nicolas Bideau, spokesperson for the Swiss Foreign Ministry, highlighted the country's commitment to supporting diplomatic efforts for peace following the Peace Summit.

  • He clarified that the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Putin would not hinder a potential visit to Switzerland.

  • Background information suggests that discussions to end the Russo-Ukrainian war could occur soon involving Trump and Putin.
Ukraine says it targeted Russia's Engels airbase infrastructure in 'multi-day, comprehensive operation'
kyivindependent.com/ukraine-targets-russias-engels-airbase-in-multi-day-comprehensive-operation-drone-forces-report/
Ukraine says it targeted Russia's Engels airbase infrastructure in ...
Blown up pipe floods street: Russian attack on Kiev leaves several dead: The Russian military is once again attacking the Ukrainian capital Kiev with drones and ...
n-tv.de/mediathek/videos/politik/Russischer-Angriff-auf-Kiew-fordert-mehrere-Tote-article25498101.html
Blown up pipe floods street: Russian attack on Kiev leaves several dead
North Koreans give their lives for Putin: Bloody weeks in the Ukraine war: North Korean soldiers sacrifice themselves to support Russia in the Ukraine war ...
fr.de/politik/nordkoreaner-lassen-leben-fuer-putin-blutige-wochen-im-ukraine-krieg-93522167.html
North Koreans give their lives for Putin: Bloody weeks in the Ukraine war
Trump Reportedly Eyes Oil Sanctions as Leverage for Ukraine Peace Deal: The incoming US administration is considering good-faith measures to ease sanctions if ...
kyivpost.com/post/45610
Trump Reportedly Eyes Oil Sanctions as Leverage for Ukraine Peace Deal
After Her Photo Went Viral, Maria Zaytseva Was Killed Fighting For Ukraine: After a photo of her beaten and bloodied went viral, Maria Zaytseva became an ...
rferl.org/a/maria-zaitseva-dead-belarus-protester-ukraine-foreign-legion/33280420.html
After Her Photo Went Viral, Maria Zaytseva Was Killed Fighting For Ukraine
Family Of African Mercenary Killed Fighting For Russia Can't Recover His Remains: Former Central African soldier Derrick Ngamana’s family finds itself in a ...
rferl.org/a/african-mercenary-killed-russia-war-ukraine-kursk-car-derrick-ngamana/33275333.html
Family Of African Mercenary Killed Fighting For Russia Can't Recover His ...
Russia: Navalny's lawyers sentenced to prison camp imprisonment: A court in Russia has sentenced three lawyers of the Russian opposition leader Alexei ...
zdf.de/nachrichten/politik/ausland/nawalny-anwaelte-urteil-haft-straflager-100.html
Russia: Navalny's lawyers sentenced to prison camp imprisonment
Ukraine's military is 980,000 soldiers strong, Zelensky says: "The Ukrainian army is the largest in Europe. The second place after us (France) is four ...
kyivindependent.com/ukraines-military-is-980-000-soldiers-strong-zelensky-says/
Ukraine's military is 980,000 soldiers strong, Zelensky says
Russia: Is Putin's empire still a great power?: In terms of financial and economic power, Russia's claim to be a great power is misplaced ...
berliner-zeitung.de/open-source/russland-ist-putins-reich-ueberhaupt-noch-eine-grossmacht-li.2274854
Russia: Is Putin's empire still a great power?
Russia plotted terror attacks on airlines around the world, Poland’s Tusk says: Polish PM makes bombshell accusation against Moscow.
politico.eu/article/russia-planned-terror-attacks-airlines-around-world-donald-tusk-says/
Russia plotted terror attacks on airlines around the world ...