RUSSIA

Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Russia's Winter War Strategy in Ukraine

As the conflict in Ukraine heads into its third winter, Russia is turning up the heat. Military experts are pointing out that Russian forces are likely to target key areas in the Donetsk region, aiming to gain control of vital logistics hubs and cities. One of the recent captures includes Selydove,

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Poland Asks US to Let It Shoot Down Russian Missiles Over Ukraine

Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski recently proposed that Poland should be allowed to shoot down Russian missiles heading towards Ukraine. He believes this is necessary to protect Polish airspace and citizens from potential harm. Two US representatives, Joe Wilson and Steve Cohen, have writte

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

North Korea in Russia: A Diplomatic Dance

Imagine this: North Korea's top diplomat, Choe Son Hui, is in Moscow. Why? Well, reports suggest that North Korea has sent around 10, 000 troops to Russia to help in the Ukraine war. This is a big deal, and Western leaders are worried. They think it could shake things up in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Nov 02 2024POLITICS

Fake Georgia Voter Video Linked to Russia

In the days leading up to the U. S. election, a video supposedly showing voter fraud in Georgia was exposed as fake by the FBI and other federal agencies. They linked the video to "Russian influence actors, " indicating an ongoing effort to undermine trust in the election process. This isn't the fir

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Putin’s Picks: What the U. S. Election Means for Russia

In September, Russian President Vladimir Putin was asked about the upcoming U. S. election, and he responded with a wry smile and an arched eyebrow. He didn't seem thrilled about either candidate. "Our favorite was Biden, " he said, referring to the current U. S. president. But since Biden was out o

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Nov 01 2024CRIME

Russian Generals Turn Against Each Other

There's been some big news in Russia. A top general, Major General Alexander Ogloblin, has been arrested again. This time, it's for taking bribes. It's not his first time in trouble—he was already sentenced for embezzlement in 2022. What's interesting is that he was arrested after his former boss, V

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Massive Fine on Google: A Symbolic Strike?

Imagine being fined a number so big it's more than the entire world's wealth! That's what happened to Google in Russia. A court ordered Google to pay a whopping $20 decillion, or 20 with 33 zeros, as a fine. This isn't just a big number; it's a symbolic gesture. The fine is for blocking Russian TV c

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Military Losses Hit Record Highs in October

October was a tough month for Russia's military, with record losses in armored vehicles and artillery systems, according to Ukraine's defense ministry. Russia lost 903 armored fighting vehicles, the highest monthly total since the war began in February 2022. The total loss of armored vehicles since

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

Russia's Middle East Ambitions: A New Role in Lebanon’s Conflict

In the middle of a complex war in Ukraine, Russia is looking to make a name for itself in the Middle East by helping to broker a ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. This isn't an easy task, given the fraught relationships and long-standing conflicts in the region. Some believe Russia could be a ke

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Nov 01 2024POLITICS

U. S. Warns: North Korean Troops Set to Join Fight in Ukraine

Have you ever wondered why countries sometimes team up in wars? Let's look at what's happening in Ukraine right now. The U. S. says around 8, 000 North Korean soldiers are getting ready to help Russia fight against Ukrainian forces, and it might happen soon. This is a big deal because it's not just

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