Patriot by Alexei Navalny review – last testament The late Russian activist’s memoir is an insightful, sharp, even humorous account of his fight against Putin’s regime – and a warning to the world The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024
North Korea UN Representative Denies Pyongyang Sent Troops To Russia North Korea has not sent troops to Russia to help Moscow fight Ukraine, one of its United Nations representatives said Monday, dismissing Seoul's claims as "groundless rumor". International Business Times · Oct 22, 2024
Putin Seeks To Rival West With High-profile Summit Two dozen world leaders are gathering in Russia on Tuesday for the opening of a summit of the BRICS group, an alliance of emerging economies that the Kremlin hopes will challenge Western "hegemony". International Business Times · Oct 22, 2024
What’s at stake in elections in Georgia and Moldova this week: a stark choice between Russia and the West Two former Soviet republics have important elections this week that will likely be pivotal in their respective journeys toward tighter integration with the West against the backdrop of rising Russian influence and the Ukraine war. The Conversation · Oct 22, 2024
Alexander Rodnyansky: Oscar-nominated producer sentenced to jail in Russia in absentia The Ukrainian film producer behind Leviathan and Loveless was sentenced to eight-and-a-half years in prison after speaking out against Russia’s invasion of Ukraine The Guardian - UK · Oct 22, 2024
Ukraine war briefing: Kyiv incensed as UN’s Guterres ‘to meet Putin’ in Russia Secretary general did not immediately confirm trip which Ukrainian foreign ministry says ‘damages UN reputation’; two dead in Zaporizhzhia attack. What we know on day 972 The Guardian - AU · Oct 21, 2024
UK to use frozen Russian assets for £2.26 billion loan to support Ukraine war effort The funds represent the UK’s share of a $50 billion (£38.39 billion) loan package agreed upon by the G7 nations, financed through interest generated from sanctioned Russian sovereign assets The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2024
UK’s £2.26bn loan for Ukraine ‘can help turn the tables on Putin’s war machine’ Chancellor Rachel Reeves and Defence Secretary John Healey announced the move, which will be funded by profits on frozen Russian assets. Evening Standard · Oct 21, 2024
UK to lend Ukraine an additional £2.26bn for weapons to fight Russia Loans will be repaid using interest generated by $300bn of frozen Russian assets held in the west The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024
Kamala Harris Warns Of Putin In Kyiv Under Trump Presidency Vice President Kamala Harris warns of potential repercussions of a Trump presidency on the Ukraine-Russia conflict, emphasizing the need for careful foreig... Top News · Oct 21, 2024
Secretary Of Defense Austin Announces 0M Arms Package For Ukraine Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin emphasizes support for Ukraine against Russian aggression, announcing a 0 million arms package. Top News · Oct 21, 2024
Oleksandr Zinchenko: ‘We need to stick together to bring peace in Ukraine, we cannot give up’ Arsenal full-back tells Donald McRae about the difficulties of following the war back home from overseas, as well as positive lessons learned at Arsenal and Manchester City The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024
North Korean arms more significant than troops in Russia’s war against Ukraine Intelligence builds that members of Pyongyang’s special forces are in Russia preparing for combat as munitions are also shipped The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024
Russia’s ‘meat grinder’ tactics in Ukraine have proved effective in past wars – but at terrible cost Reports have emerged in recent months of particularly savage casualties among Russian troops fighting in the Donbas region of eastern Ukraine, as the Russian military bids to capture as much territory as it can, possibly with one eye on a potential ceasefire deal. Much will depend on the outcome of… The Conversation · Oct 21, 2024
Top News · Oct 21, 2024 US Secretary Of Defense Announces 0 Million Ukraine Military Aid US Secretary of Defense Austin visits Kyiv to discuss military aid for Ukraine amid Russian aggression. Support from US and allies crucial for Ukraine's de...
The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2024 David Cameron says India has ‘credibility’ to mediate in Ukraine war but must rein in Putin Former British prime minister’s remarks come after Vladimir Putin says Russia will prevail in war ‘Nato is waging’ against it
Top News · Oct 21, 2024 US Secretary Of Defense Visits Kyiv Amid Ukraine-Russia Tensions US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin visits Kyiv to discuss Ukraine's weapons needs and ongoing military support amidst challenges in the conflict with Russia.
The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2024 Who is going to Putin-hosted Brics summit in Russia – and why has Brazil’s Lula dropped out? Vladimir Putin hosting first big international summit since war in Ukraine to signal he is not isolated on world stage
The Guardian - US · Oct 21, 2024 Harris and Cheney talk economy, women’s health and Trump in Michigan campaign event – as it happened VP and former Republican congresswoman meet voters in swing state; Trump holds rally in North Carolina
The Conversation · Oct 21, 2024 Turkey attempts to broker power between east and west as it bids to join Brics In a significant diplomatic manoeuvre that may have far-reaching implications for the international system of alliances, Turkey has submitted a formal request to join Brics, the group of emerging-market economies, signalling its intent to diversify its partnerships beyond the west.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 21, 2024 South Korea summons Russian envoy over North Korean troop deployment Seoul demands immediate withdrawal of elite soldiers reportedly helping Russia in its war against Ukraine
Al Jazeera · Oct 21, 2024 Why is Ukraine’s army facing a desertion crisis? Thousands of men have abandoned their posts, blaming poor conditions on the front lines.
The Independent UK · Oct 21, 2024 South Korea calls for immediate withdrawal of North Korean troops in Russia South Korea has summoned the Russian ambassador to demand the immediate pullout of North Korean troops allegedly deployed in Russia
International Business Times · Oct 21, 2024 Seoul Demands 'Immediate Withdrawal' Of North Korean Troops In Russia South Korea summoned the Russian ambassador Monday to criticise Pyongyang's decision to send thousands of soldiers to support Moscow's war in Ukraine, the foreign ministry said, calling for their immediate withdrawal.
International Business Times · Oct 21, 2024 WHO To Evacuate 1,000 Gazan Women, Children For Urgent Medical Care Up to 1,000 women and children needing medical care will shortly be evacuated from Gaza to Europe, the head of the World Health Organization's Europe branch said in comments published on Monday.