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Record number of LGBTQ+ candidates run for US Congress in wake of attacks

At least 101 members stood for elections in 2022 as threats of violence and suspension of rights loom for the community

The Guardian - US

Your past is my present – how Volodymyr Zelenskyy uses history

Since Russia’s war against his country, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has directly addressed the elected representatives of multiple countries in his quest for international support. These speeches have made explicit references to parallels between his country’s current plight and the particular historical experiences of these nations.

The Conversation

US Congress Delegation Visits Etidal Center in Riyadh

Secretary-General of the Global Center for Combating Extremist Ideology, Etidal, Dr. Mansour Al-Shammari received in Riyadh on Thursday a delegation from the US Congress, reported the Saudi Press Agency. The delegation included Utah Representative Chris Stewart (R), Pennsylvania Representative Guy Reschenthaler (R), and Michigan Representative Lisa McClain (R). The delegation…

Asharq Al-Awsat

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Pentagon releases bizarre new footage of circular UFO zooming past plane in sky

Intelligence officials at the Pentagon opened up their real-life X-files after they were questioned by the US Congress and revealed they've recorded 400 sightings of unidentified aerial phenomena

Daily Mirror

Ukraine's information war is winning hearts and minds in the West

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has dominated headlines since late February 2022. The war struck a nerve among Western audiences, evoking a high degree of support for Ukraine.

The Conversation

YouTube Kids shows videos promoting drug culture and firearms to toddlers

Breaking Bad-themed cooking show and music with lyrics about cocaine among content deemed appropriate for children as young as two

The Guardian - UK

House passes military lend-lease bill to speed Ukraine aid

The U.S. House has given final passage to legislation that would streamline a World War II-era military lend-lease program to help Ukraine fight the Russian invasion

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US congresswoman visits Pakistani part of disputed Kashmir, draws India's ire

Congresswoman Ilhan Omar made a rare visit by a U.S. lawmaker to Pakistan's part of the disputed Himalayan region of Kashmir on Thursday and said the issue should get more attention from the United States, prompting an angry response from India.

Reuters

DOJ: Russians offered lawmaker free trip

New DOJ indictment implicates Russian legislator and two of his staff but doesn't name U.S. lawmaker involved

Salon

Iran MPs Set Conditions for Reviving 2015 Nuclear Deal Amid Stalled Talks

Iranian lawmakers have set conditions for the revival of a 2015 nuclear pact, including legal guarantees approved by the US Congress that Washington would not quit it, Iranian state media reported on Sunday. Iran and the United States have engaged in indirect talks in Vienna over the past year to…

Asharq Al-Awsat

Nebraska’s 2022 U.S. Congress elections see most candidates running per district since 2012

The filing deadline for candidates running for state or federal office in Nebraska was February 15, 2022. This year, 16 candidates are running for Nebraska’s 3 U.S. House districts, including 9 Republicans, 6 Democrats, and one Legal Marijuana Now candidate. That’s 5.33 candidates per district, more than the 4.67 candidates…

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A month into war, communicator-in-chief Zelenskiy strives to keep eyes on Ukraine

The props were simple, the message was clear. In a video address to the nation this week, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy held up his smartphone to the camera and started a timer app while an air raid siren blared.

Reuters

Biden Calls Putin ‘War Criminal’, Russia Says Comment 'Unforgivable'

US President Joe Biden branded Vladimir Putin a "war criminal" Wednesday as the Russian leader's onslaught in Ukraine claimed more civilian lives, and a theater where "hundreds" were sheltering was destroyed by bombing. Biden's rebuke -- his sharpest yet -- came after Ukraine's leader Volodymyr Zelensky made a searing appeal…

Asharq Al-Awsat

‘Close the sky over Ukraine’: Zelenskyy pleads to US Congress

After Ukrainian leader’s speech, US President Joe Biden announces $800m in additional military aid to Ukraine.

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The Independent UK

‘I need to protect our sky’: Zelensky asks for air defence systems and fighters as alternative to no-fly zone

‘You know what kind of defense systems we need — S-300 and other similar systems — you know how much depends on the battlefield on their ability to use aircraft. powerful, strong air aviation to protect our people with freedom, or lend aircraft that can help Ukraine, help Europe’

The Guardian - US

Biden calls Putin a war criminal after Zelenskiy speaks to Congress

Ukrainian president receives standing ovation as he urges US to send more military aid and impose further sanctions

The Guardian - AU

Zelenskiy says Russia’s position in negotiations is becoming ‘more realistic’ as fears deepen for Mariupol

Ukrainian PM says more time is needed for negotiations to bear fruit as he prepares to address US Congress

The Independent UK

Zelensky speech - live: Biden calls Putin ‘war criminal’ after Ukraine leader’s stirring Congress address

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy to deliver virtual address to US Congress

Ukrainian president is expected to urge the Biden administration and NATO to do more to help amid Russia’s invasion.

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