Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 785 As the war enters its 785th day, these are the main developments. Al Jazeera · Apr 19, 2024
Texas House Republicans split over whether to send Ukraine aid U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, R-Austin, and members of the House Freedom Caucus have stalled Ukraine aid for months demanding that Congress pass a bill securing the southern border before considering the foreign aid package. The Texas Tribune · Apr 18, 2024
President Biden Nominates Curtis Ried As US Ambassador To OSCE President Biden nominates Curtis Ried as US ambassador to OSCE amidst Ukraine conflict, emphasizing support for Ukraine and global leadership. Top News · Apr 18, 2024
Ukraine, Israel, TikTok: The Massive Aid Package Before US Congress The US House of Representatives on Saturday will vote on a major aid package for Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan, and on a possible ban of TikTok. International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024
House Meeting On Border Security Bill Ends Abruptly Meeting on Speaker Johnson's border security bill ends abruptly due to opposition on foreign aid, causing uncertainty in the House schedule. Top News · Apr 18, 2024
Israel still plans to launch Rafah assault, Netanyahu tells western diplomats Prime minister also seeks to assure allies Israel’s response to Iran will be measured, as officials urge him to focus on ceasefire deal The Guardian - UK · Apr 18, 2024
How Israel could respond to Iran’s drone and missile assault Although the US has said that it would not take part in any retaliatory strike from Israel in response to Iran’s largely thwarted salvo over the weekend, the Biden administration’s “ironclad” support for the country could still prompt Israel to launch a direct attack on Iranian soil – with potentially… France 24 · Apr 18, 2024
Orban Critic Under Investigation In Hungary Hungarian former government insider-turned critic Peter Magyar on Thursday said he has been put under investigation by a controversial new government agency set up to curb foreign influence. International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024
Russia’s war in Ukraine remains barrier to growth, says IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva says Kyiv will need $42bn of financial support this year as G7 considers ways to use seized Russian assets The Guardian - UK · Apr 18, 2024
France, Russia stand on opposite sides of Armenia-Azerbaijan conflict Azerbaijan has accused France of threatening the country after Paris recalled its ambassador and accused Baku of damaging relations. Meanwhile Russian peacekeepers have begun withdrawing from the Nagorno-Karabakh enclave, which Azerbaijan recaptured from Armenian separatists last year. Radio France Internationale · Apr 18, 2024
Biden admin unveils new sanctions on Iran for "unprecedented" attack on Israel The move is meant to punish Tehran for the attack against Israel without escalating the situation militarily. Axios · Apr 18, 2024
US, UK Unveil Sweeping Sanctions On Iran's Drone Program The United States and Britain announced widespread sanctions against Iran's military drone program on Thursday, in response to its weekend attack against Israel. International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024
US Imposes New Sanctions On Iran Over Drone Attack US announces new sanctions on Iran's drone program and related industries following attack on Israel. Measures aim to disrupt Iran's activities and isolate... Top News · Apr 18, 2024
Israel Vows Response To Iran's Unprecedented Attack Israel vows response to Iran's attack, G7 calls for sanctions, UN to vote on Palestinian state membership. Family appeals for release of Nepali captive. Ch... Top News · Apr 18, 2024
Top News · Apr 18, 2024 Georgia Faces Backlash Over Controversial 'Foreign Agent' Law Georgia faces protests and international criticism over controversial 'foreign agent' law, risking EU aspirations.
Top News · Apr 18, 2024 Belgium And Czech Republic Warn EU Of Russian Interference Belgium and Czech Republic raise alarm over potential Russian interference in upcoming EU elections, urging protective measures.
International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024 Kremlin Says US Aid For Ukraine Won't Change Military Situation Russia said Thursday that fresh US aid for Ukraine will not change the dynamics on the battlefield, as Washington gears up for a crucial weekend vote on long-stalled military funding for Kyiv.
Top News · Apr 18, 2024 Russian Air Defenses Down Ukrainian Balloons In Conflict Recent reports reveal Russian air defenses intercepting Ukrainian balloons equipped with explosives. Ukraine seeks Western military support amid escalating...
Al Jazeera · Apr 18, 2024 Germany arrests two dual nationals over alleged Russian sabotage plot Prosecutors accuse German-Russian duo of being prepared to ‘carry out explosive and arson attacks’ on US army sites.
International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024 Middle East Conflict: Israel Kills Hamas Intel Leader; US, UK Unveil New Iran Sanctions On Day 195 of the war in Gaza, a key intelligence officer within Hamas was killed by the Israeli army as the world moves to sanction Iran for its aerial attacks toward Israel over the weekend that shook the global community.
International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024 Germany Arrests Two For Allegedly Spying For Russia The pair, identified only as Dieter S. and Alexander J., were arrested in Bayreuth in the southeastern state of Bavaria on Wednesday, federal prosecutors said in a statement.
Al Jazeera · Apr 18, 2024 Russia pounds Ukraine’s cities and front lines as air defences dwindle Russia destroys Ukrainian power stations and defences as an expert warns Kyiv’s troops are ‘utterly exhausted’.
Evening Standard · Apr 18, 2024 Ukraine issues World War Three warning ahead of long-stalled US Congress aid vote Ukraine issues dire warning as US lawmakers prepare to vote on multi-billion dollar security package
The Guardian - UK · Apr 18, 2024 Europe: Brussels proposes free movement deal for UK’s 18- to 30-year-olds – as it happened European commission floats opening negotiations with London to allow under 30s in UK and EU the same rights they enjoyed before Brexit
International Business Times · Apr 18, 2024 Russian Missile Barrage On Ukraine City Kills 18 Rescuers were removing mountains of rubble on Thursday from the site of a lethal Russian missile strike on Ukraine's historic city of Chernigiv, where at least 18 people were killed in an attack that has prompted fresh pleas for allies to boost Kyiv's overstretched air defense systems.