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In Munich, Blinken and Harris vow severe consequences for Russia if it invades Ukraine

MUNICH, Germany — Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken said Friday that Russia’s plan to create a pretext for invading Ukraine “is already in play,” as the situation in the former Soviet republic took a more ominous turn, with Russian-backed separatists claiming they were the victims of artillery shelling and…

Los Angeles Times · Feb 18, 2022

Gio van Bronckhorst insists Rangers delight in Dortmund backs up VAR stance after two critical calls

The video assistants spotted a handball for James Tavernier's penalty and ruled Alfredo Morelos goal onside.

Daily Record · Feb 18, 2022

Storm Eunice leaves deadly trail across northern Europe

The second major storm in three days smashed through northern Europe on Friday, killing at least six people as high winds felled trees, cancelled train services and ripped sections off the roof of London's O2 Arena.

France 24 · Feb 18, 2022

Iran Nuclear Deal Could Be Agreed Very Soon, EU Official Says

A senior European Union official said on Friday that a US-Iranian deal to revive Iran's 2015 nuclear agreement was close but success depended on the political will of those involved. "I expect an agreement in the coming week, the coming two weeks or so," the EU official said. "I think…

Asharq Al-Awsat · Feb 18, 2022

Every word of Rangers boss Gio van Bronckhorst's press conference as he responds to Ryan Kent's Franck Ribery comparison

The Dutchman is still on a high after his side's stunning in in Germany and spoke to the media ahead of the trip to Tannadice on Sunday.

Daily Record · Feb 18, 2022

At security conference, Harris vows 'severe consequences' for Russia if it invades Ukraine

MUNICH, Germany — Vice President Kamala Harris, in her most high-stakes appearance on the world stage, affirmed U.S. support for Ukraine on Friday during meetings with European leaders and again urged Russia toward diplomacy even though it appeared to be on the cusp of invading its neighbor.

Los Angeles Times · Feb 18, 2022

European Leaders Find Backdoor Way To Ban Porn on Social Media

Plus: Elon Musk accuses the SEC of trying to silence him, Elizabeth Warren gets her antitrust wish, and more...

Reason · Feb 18, 2022

Germany cannot supply Ukraine weapons due to WW2 past - foreign minister

German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock on Friday defended her country's decision not to send weapons to Ukraine to fend off a possible Russian invasion, saying its World War Two past meant it had a duty to seek other ways to secure peace.

Reuters · Feb 18, 2022

The Cold War, modern Ukraine and the spread of democracy in the former Soviet bloc countries

As Russia masses forces and equipment on Ukraine’s border, international tensions over a possible invasion intensify almost daily. Ukraine has emerged as ground zero of what some pundits have dubbed a new Cold War between Russia and the West.

The Conversation · Feb 18, 2022

Putin won't stop at Ukraine, key Republican lawmaker warns - Roll Call

The top Republican on the House Intelligence Committee warned that Russia could draw the U.S. into war by attacking NATO members.

Roll Call · Feb 18, 2022