Amazon pauses $1bn Microsoft 365 rollout following Russian security concerns Amazon and Microsoft engineers have been working together to tackle a list of M365 security concerns. TechRadar · Dec 13, 2024
Ukraine-Russia war map: Where Putin’s forces are making gains in eastern Ukraine Ukrainian military chief Oleksandr Syrskyi says the fight to hold the eastern region of Dontesk has become ‘extremely tough’ The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024
Russia intensifies assaults on Ukraine ahead of Trump’s inauguration Putin’s army is stepping up attacks in an apparent bid to strengthen Trump’s argument for cutting aid to Kyiv. Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2024
Moldova Declares Emergency Ahead Of Expected Russia Gas Cuts Moldova's parliament approved Friday a 60-day state of emergency as an expected cut of Russian gas to the power station that supplies a majority of its electricity could trigger blackouts. International Business Times · Dec 13, 2024
Topless women protesting the Ukraine war are detained for vandalizing sculpture near UN building At least three feminist activists have been detained for vandalising a monument outside the United Nations building in Geneva to protest Russia’s war against Ukraine and what they see as the UN's failure to stop the conflict The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024
Moldova Votes For State Of Emergency Over Gas Supply Moldova declares state of emergency in energy sector due to potential gas supply disruptions from Russia, highlighting geopolitical challenges and efforts ... Top News · Dec 13, 2024
Russia Names Sanctioned Sports Minister As Olympics Chief Russia named a sports minister sanctioned by the West as its new Olympics chief on Friday, as Moscow faces isolation from international sport over its Ukraine offensive. International Business Times · Dec 13, 2024
Moldova declares a state of emergency over energy as fears of Russian gas shortage loom Moldova’s parliament has voted in favor of imposing a state of emergency in the energy sector over fears that Russia could leave the European Union candidate country without sufficient natural gas supplies this winter The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024
What is it like living next to a dictator? Bashar al-Assad’s neighbours speak out for first time Neighbours of dictator Bashar al-Assad have spoken out for the first time after the president fled to Russia following the downfall of his regime. The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024
Russia Launches Massive Aerial Attack On Ukraine Russia launches intense aerial assault on Ukraine, targeting energy facilities. Ukrainian defenses intercept missiles. Zelenskyy condemns actions. Top News · Dec 13, 2024
First Thing: Trump’s FBI pick Kash Patel locks down Senate support as Wray prepares to quit The controversial figure is picking up committee support for his confirmation. Plus, Nato chief urges Europe to adopt a ‘wartime mindset’ The Guardian - UK · Dec 13, 2024
Nato jets scrambled in Poland after Russia launches massive bombardment on Ukraine's energy infrastructure Russia claimed the attack was in retaliation for Kyiv's use of US-supplied ATACMS missiles Evening Standard · Dec 13, 2024
Trump calls North Korean troops in Russia a ‘complicating factor’ and boasts of relationship with Kim Jong Un Incoming US president says Pyongyang’s involvement in Ukraine war is ‘very complicating factor’ The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024
Russia Launches Widespread Attack On Ukraine's Energy Infrastructure Russia launches widespread attack on Ukraine's energy infrastructure, causing emergency power outages. Escalating tensions between Russia and Ukraine promp... Top News · Dec 13, 2024
International Business Times · Dec 13, 2024 Ukraine Facing 'Massive' Russian Attack On Energy Sector Ukraine said Friday that it was fending off a new missile attack on its energy system, the latest in Russia's campaign targeting the war-torn country's power grid during the winter season.
Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2024 US unveils $500m military aid for Ukraine as Russia closes in on key city Outgoing Biden administration eager to fast-track more packages before aid-sceptic Trump takes office early next year.
Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2024 Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,023 Here are the key developments on the 1,023rd day of the Russia-Ukraine war.
The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024 Russia launches a massive aerial attack against Ukraine with dozens of cruise missiles and drones Russia on Friday launched a massive aerial attack against Ukraine, involving dozens of cruise missiles and drones
The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2024 Voices: Does Assad’s exile in Moscow mean Putin’s days are now numbered? COMMENT: The sudden collapse of Syria’s brutal regime is a reminder how any leader can appear to be in power, until suddenly he isn’t, says Mary Dejevsky
International Business Times · Dec 13, 2024 Macron, Tusk Discuss Idea Of Foreign Peacekeepers In Ukraine Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk on Thursday said he discussed with French President Emmanuel Macron the possibility of stationing foreign troops in Ukraine in case of a ceasefire, but that Warsaw was not currently "planning any such actions".
The Guardian - AU · Dec 13, 2024 Ukraine war briefing: Nato warns that Putin wants to ‘wipe Ukraine off the map’ Nato secretary general Mark Rutte says people should gird themselves for the prospect that Russia might try to use ‘swarms of drones’ in Europe. What we know on day 1,024
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024 JFK’s grandson Jack Schlossberg accuses cousin, RFK Jr, of being a ‘Russian spy’ Schlossberg, the grandson of former president John F. Kennedy, insinuated his cousin had ties to Moscow in social media posts
Barchart · Dec 12, 2024 Crude Closes Lower on the Outlook for a Global Crude Glut January WTI crude oil (CLF25 ) Thursday closed down -0.27 (-0.38%), and January RBOB gasoline (RBF25 ) closed up +0.0027 (+0.14%). Crude oil and gasoline prices Thursday fell back from 2-1/2 week highs and settled mixed. Thursday's rally in the dollar index (DXY00 ) to a 2-week high weighed on...
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024 Russia signs $13bn-a-year oil deal with India in blow to Western sanctions The 10-year deal is for the supply of 500,000 barrels of oil per day, or about 0.5 per cent of the world’s supply
The Independent UK · Dec 12, 2024 Nato chief warns West ‘not ready’ to deal with Russian threat Nato’s new general secretary has warned member states that they need to spend more on defence