Russia warns US and Europe over reports Ukraine may get its seized assets Kremlin threatens ‘serious consequences’ if there is an unprecedented seizure of Russian assets held abroad The Guardian - UK · Dec 22, 2023
Biden Strikes Russia with Financial Penalties, Trump's Trial Delayed! Discover how the ever-dynamic political landscape unfolds as President Biden's bold moves against Russia intersect with Donald Trump's quest to delay yet a... Top News · Dec 22, 2023
23 for ’23: Brittney Griner’s Journey Back to Normal The WNBA star’s spirit was tested following her detainment in Russia, and returning to how things were won’t be easy. Sports Illustrated · Dec 22, 2023
Russia's Economic Growth Expected to Slow with Lingering Interest Rates Get the inside scoop on Russia's economic forecast for 2024 in this Reuters poll, with predictions of slower growth amidst lingering high interest rates. Top News · Dec 22, 2023
Biden set to sign executive order aimed at financial facilitators of Russian defense industry President Joe Biden is set to sign a new executive order aimed at targeting financial facilitators of the Russian defense industry The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023
Ukrainian journalists tackle corruption, calling out misuse of resources The European Union has agreed to start accession talks with Ukraine next year. But further progress will depend on the country meeting tough conditions, particularly in the fight against corruption. Many of those conditions are actually defined not by Brussels, but by Ukrainian civil society activists, who ask the EU… France 24 · Dec 22, 2023
US To Target Banks That Help Russia War In Ukraine The United States said Friday it will sanction foreign banks that support Russia's war in Ukraine, in a new bid to exert economic pressure on Moscow as it diversifies from the West to China. International Business Times · Dec 22, 2023
Biden signs executive order aimed at targeting banks that facilitate Russia’s war in Ukraine White House has urged congressional Republicans without success to drop resistance to Ukraine funding over immigration dispute The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023
Russian official says US is hampering a prisoner exchange with unequal demands A Russian deputy foreign minister said talks with the United States on a potential prisoner exchange that would free Americans held in Russia are hampered by publicity and an alleged disparity in the U.S. negotiating stance The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023
Biden administration reconsiders using frozen Russian assets for Ukrainian aid Delve into the world of election security and the weaponization of disinformation. Explore the obstacles and opportunities in using frozen Russian assets t... Top News · Dec 22, 2023
Ukraine hit by Russian drone; Macron urges continued support Russian aggression continues as Ukraine faces drone attacks and strikes in its eastern regions. Meanwhile, the mysterious disappearance of Alexei Navalny r... Top News · Dec 22, 2023
American Paul Whelan faces new dangers in Russian prison camp American Paul Whelan speaks out about his safety concerns in a Russian prison camp. Facing threats from inmates and officials, his ordeal continues. Top News · Dec 22, 2023
Russia Slipping Into 'Totalitarianism': Exiled Writer Akunin Renowned Russian writer Boris Akunin, who was declared a "terrorist" by Moscow and became the target of a criminal inquiry this week, says he fears the moves signal a new milestone in the country's history under Vladimir Putin. International Business Times · Dec 22, 2023
What’s the latest UN Gaza resolution that the US has agreed to? The US has heavily amended the UAE-led UN draft resolution on Gaza as casualties and hunger rise in the enclave. Al Jazeera · Dec 22, 2023
Evening Standard · Dec 22, 2023 Three Russian bomber aircraft 'shot down' over south Ukraine The reports emerged just hours after the Russian military unleashed another wave of drone attacks on Kyiv including one that struck near a maternity hospital
The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: Netherlands to deliver F-16 jets to Ukraine; drones reportedly shot down near Moscow – as it happened Zelenskiy confirms exchange after call with Dutch PM; Russian defence ministry claims five Ukrainian downed south of the capital
The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023 The war took away their limbs. Now bionic prostheses empower wounded Ukrainian soldiers Russia’s war on Ukraine has created a massive need for prosthetic limbs
The Independent UK · Dec 22, 2023 Zelensky says Russia’s military supply lines are slowing down as fierce fighting continues on Ukraine frontline Battlefield reports do not show any let up in fierce fighting between Ukrainian and Russian soldiers, especially around Avdiivka
The Guardian - US · Dec 22, 2023 US says it is ready to support amended UN resolution aimed at boosting aid to Gaza It was not clear whether other security council members, particularly Russia, would accept the changes when the vote takes place on Friday
The Guardian - AU · Dec 22, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war at a glance: what we know on day 667 One person injured in Russian drone attack on Kyiv; Zelenskiy says military intelligence suggests Russia’s military activity is slowing down
Al Jazeera · Dec 22, 2023 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 667 As the war enters its 667th day, these are the main developments.
International Business Times · Dec 21, 2023 White House Says Readying New Proposal To Russia To Free Two Americans The White House said Thursday it was preparing a new proposal to Russia to seek the release of two imprisoned Americans after Moscow rejected an earlier attempt.
The Hindu · Dec 21, 2023 Nepali youth joining Russian frontline underlines the desperate job situation Nepali youths risking their lives to fight in Russian forces due to lack of jobs at home, as remittance sent by foreign employment has lifted people out of poverty.
The Conversation · Dec 21, 2023 Ukraine can still defeat Russia, but it needs the right tools to do it Ukraine’s strategic position has declined over the last six months. The summer offensive, which sparked hope among Ukraine and its supporters, failed to deliver significant territorial gains.
The Conversation · Dec 21, 2023 Ukraine recap: as cracks appear in western support, 2024 looks set to be a desperate fight for survival While it may seem glib to repeat the notion of a new cold war, winter 2023-2024 has brought with it the sense that there is now an ever-more uncertain faultline between the west and an increasingly aggressive Russia – perhaps more vividly than at any time since the late 1980s.…