Category: US-Russia
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President Maia Sandu Leads Moldova’s Defiance Against Russian Ban on Fruit and Vegetables, Denounces Moscow’s Actions
Russia’s agricultural oversight agency, Rosselkhoznadzor, reinstated restrictions last imposed in 2022, citing “continuous, systematic observation of elements subject to quarantine” and accusing Moldovan authorities of inaction. Moldova, led by President Maia Sandu in its pro-European stance, vehemently dismissed Russia’s recent ban on its fruit and vegetable imports as unfounded, deepening the strain between Moscow and…
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US Officials Expect President Vladimir Putin to Withhold Ukraine Truce Until After 2024 US Elections
According to an anonymous US Department of State official cited by Reuters and European Pravda, Washington is convinced that President Vladimir Putin is unlikely to agree to a ceasefire in Ukraine before the November 2024 US presidential elections. The focus remains on Russian President Vladimir Putin and the potential impact of the upcoming US presidential…
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Sergei Ryabkov Issues Stark Warning: U.S. Mistaken in Pursuit of Arms Race Victory, Moscow Warns of Potential Conflict with NATO
In an interview published on Wednesday, Sergei Ryabkov, Russia’s deputy foreign minister responsible for U.S. relations, non-proliferation, and arms control, warned that the United States is mistaken if it believes it can prevail in the next arms race. Sergei Ryabkov emphasized that the present circumstances are not conducive to arms talks with Washington Sergei Ryabkov…
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Reporters Without Borders Urges Action on Detention of U.S.-Russian Journalist in Russia
Contrary to official claims, Kurmasheva‘s arrest appears to be part of the Kremlin’s broader crackdown on independent journalism, adding to the disturbing trend of Moscow targeting and punishing foreign media. Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is calling attention to the unjust detention of Alsu Kurmasheva, a dual U.S.-Russian citizen apprehended in Kazan on October 18th for…
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Andy Stone, Meta Communications Director, Wanted by Russian Authorities Amid ‘Terrorist’ Label
In a startling move, this development follows Russia’s classification of Meta as a “terrorist and extremist” organization in October, paving the way for potential criminal actions against Russian users of its platforms. Russian authorities have added Andy Stone, the communications director for Meta, the U.S. technology giant that owns Facebook and Instagram, to their wanted…
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European Parliament Condemns Murder of Georgian Citizen Tamaz Ginturi, Calls for Action Against Russian Occupation in Resolution
The European Parliament resolution, titled “On the murdered Georgian citizen Tamaz Ginturi and the abduction of Levan Dotiashvili by Russian occupation forces in the occupied Tskhinvali region of Georgia,” was collaboratively prepared by various European Parliament groups, with MEP Anna Fotiga taking the lead. The European Parliament has officially adopted a resolution addressing the tragic…
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Secretary of State Antony John Blinken Leads Sanctions Against Russian Military Officials for Human Rights Violations in Ukraine
In a significant move, the sanctions, which include visa restrictions, were imposed due to their roles in the extrajudicial killings of civilians in Andriivka, Ukraine, with Col. Omurbekov earning the notorious moniker, “The Butcher of Bucha.” The US, led by Secretary of State Antony John Blinken, has sanctioned two Russian military officials, Col. Azatbek Omurbekov…
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Lloyd Austin Affirms Strong US Support for Ukraine in $100 Million Security Assistance Announcement
In an unanticipated visit to Kyiv, meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Defense Minister Rustem Umerov, Austin reiterated America’s support for Ukraine’s security during his third visit to the country as defense secretary and second since Russia’s invasion. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin underscored the unwavering commitment of the United States to bolster Ukraine’s…
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US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin Urges Coalition Support for Ukraine’s Air Defense Amidst Rising Tensions
The discussions focused on forming a ‘capability coalition’ to enhance Ukraine‘s ground-based air defense systems in response to Russia’s use of land attack cruise missiles in the region. US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin emphasized the urgent need for member nations to supply Ukraine with air defense systems during the Ukraine Contact Group meeting on…
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David McCormick’s China Transformation: Former Hedge Fund CEO Faces Scrutiny Over Contradictory Investments Amidst Senate Bid
In his second bid for the US Senate in Pennsylvania, Republican candidate David McCormick has undergone a significant transformation, positioning himself as a staunch Trumpian hardliner on China. David McCormick, the former CEO of the world’s largest hedge fund, Bridgewater Associates, is now raising concerns about US economic ties with China A recent CNN KFile…