US President Donald Trump, in a conversation with senior aides, expressed doubts about possible military action against Venezuela. This was reported by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ), citing American officials.
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Trump expressed doubts about starting military action against Venezuela – WSJ
Perm Singer Sentenced to Community Service Over Stoptime Support
A court in the Russian city of Perm has sentenced a local street musician to 60 hours of community service for holding an outdoor concert in support of the detained St. Petersburg street band Stoptime,…
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1 Killed, Power Plant and Refinery Hit by Overnight Ukrainian Drone Strikes
At least one civilian was killed and energy infrastructure damaged in at least two Russian regions as Ukrainian drones struck multiple areas overnight, officials and media reported Thursday.
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Seven EU countries want to impose tariffs on goods from Russia – Politico
Seven EU countries have called on the European Commission to impose tariffs on Russian goods, according to Politico.
“Seven EU countries <…> have indicated that the European Commission should propose…
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The EC has criticised Serbia for granting citizenship to Russians
In its report on Serbia’s readiness to join the European Union, the European Commission (EC) criticised Belgrade for its policy of granting citizenship to Russian citizens allegedly for subsequent “secondary…
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Hungary has begun construction of the Paks II nuclear power plant with Russia’s assistance
The Hungarian Atomic Energy Authority has issued the Russian side with permits to begin the main phase of construction of the Paks II nuclear power plant, according to the media centre of Rosatom State Corporation,…
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This Man Leapt From A Train To Escape The Army And Flee Russia. Now He Fears Being Sent Home.
When 21-year-old Daniil Mukhametov received notice to report for regular military service in the Russian Army, he chose a path to safety that involved a leap into the dark from a moving train and a manhunt aiming to track him down.
Mukhametov…
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Denmark has frozen the project of the Flamingo fuel production plant
Denmark has suspended financing for the construction of a plant for the production of fuel for Flamingo cruise missiles. The reason was questions about the ownership structure of the developer company, the reputation…
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As the US and China Collide, Other Civilizations Prepare Their Own Course — Russia in Global Affairs
The well-worn business phrase “push and pull” neatly captures the essence of today’s US–China relations. What once looked like a competitive partnership has hardened into a contest of wills, power, and…
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The plunder and violence unleashed in occupied Ukraine has reached Russia’s own towns — Meduza
When Russian soldiers spilled into Ukraine in February 2022, reports soon followed of rampant looting in captured towns. Homes, museums, theaters — even schools — were stripped of everything from food and clothing to computers and…
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