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Danish Troops Sent to Ukraine for ‘Drone’ Training ‘Legitimate Targets’ – Kremlin
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How BBC Verify investigated the seized homes of Mariupol
How BBC Verify investigated the seized homes of Mariupol A look behind the investigation by BBC Verify's Olga Robinson and Christine Jeavans into the seized homes of Mariupol. Motion graphics: Mesut Ersoz Producer: Sarah Glatte 3 days ago War in Ukraine Russia Ukraine Spanish police uncover illegal…
U.S. Destroys Houthi Fuel Terminals at Ras Isa
After striking fuel piers at Ras Isa, Yemen on Thursday, U.S. Central Command expressed solidarity with Yemeni citizens who want to "throw off the yoke of Houthi subjugation." It is the first time since the start of the Red Sea maritime security crisis that the command has discussed regime change in…
CVE Foundation pulls cybersecurity programme back from the brink
Business news | April 18, 2025 By Nick Flaherty Cette publication existe aussi en Français A key cybersecurity programme is on the brink of failure as a non-profit foundation aims to take over. The CVE (Common Vulnerability and Exposures) database, currently run by cybersecurity firm MITRE, has…
War risk insurance system can start working quite quickly after adoption of relevant bill
After the parliament adopts the bill on the war risk insurance system, this system can start working quite quickly. According to a message on the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) page on Facebook, this opinion was expressed by First Deputy Governor of the NBU Kateryna Rozhkova at a meeting with…
‘The platform where bot farms are still effective’ How Russia is leveraging TikTok's algorithm to try to warp public opinion in Ukraine — Meduza
Russia has created thousands of TikTok accounts in an effort to influence public opinion in Ukraine, according to Ukrainska Pravda. The strategy takes advantage of TikTok’s algorithm, which allows even new accounts with no followers to go viral — making it the most effective platform in Ukraine for…
Undercover in Syria: How MEF Built a Secret Network in the Heart of a Conflict
For a decade, under the iron grip of the Assad regime, a group of brave individuals risked everything to get the truth out. While Syria descended into civil war and international attention fluctuated, the Middle East Forum quietly built an underground network of informants who meticulously…
‘No amount of air defense can protect all of Russia’ — Ukrainian intel officer shares secret of recent successes of deep-strike drones
The aerial war between Russia and Ukraine is explosive in every sense. But beyond the physical dimension, it is also a battle of morale and information. Both sides are locked in a continuous back-and-forth of public statements and dramatic videos claiming hits and damage to the other side. There’s…
The American War: U.S. War Veterans Search for Personal Peace in Vietnam
It’s the 11th day of the trip, a hot, humid morning. Chickens cluck in the yard and the smell of burnt wood hangs in the air as the former American soldier pulls off his sandals and hesitantly enters the house barefoot. The last time he was in Vietnam, he was young and heavily armed. Today, 55 years…
‘Finally Those Bastards Are Getting Hit’ – Border Russians Revel in Moscow’s First Taste of War
‘Finally Those Bastards Are Getting Hit’ – Border Russians Revel in Moscow’s First Taste of War War Ukraine World North America Europe Eastern Europe Middle East Asia Economics Business Technology Finance Agriculture Videos Podcasts Analysis Corruption Watch Opinions Culture History Sports…
Russia using drones equipped with "CS" chemical warfare agent: Ukraine
By Ellie Cook is a Newsweek security and defense reporter based in London, U.K. Her work focuses largely on the Russia-Ukraine war, the U.S. military, weapons systems and emerging technology. She joined Newsweek in January 2023, having previously worked as a reporter at the Daily Express, and is a…
Two Ukrainian servicemen managed to eliminate an entire Russian assault group - Militarnyi
Two Ukrainian servicemen managed to eliminate an entire Russian assault group #Donbas #Occupants elimination #Ukraine #War in Donbas #War with Russia A Ukrainian soldier near the neutralized Russian invaders in the Avdiivka sector. March 2024. Ukraine. Frame from video t.me/aerial_reconnaissance25…
Rhine River: Rising Levels Allow For Increased Shipping Capacity
Rain in past few days has raised Rhine river water levels in Germany, with vessels able to carry more cargo although most are still sailing around half full, commodity traders said on Thursday. "Large volumes of rain have fallen in the Rhine region in past days and there has been an improvement in…
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US lays out plans to hit Chinese ships with port fees
US lays out plans to hit Chinese ships with port fees 4 hours ago Tom Espiner and Peter HoskinsBusiness reporters, BBC News Getty Images The Trump administration has unveiled its plan to impose port fees on Chinese ships as it tries to revive shipbuilding in the US and challenge China's dominance of…
U.S. Deploys Anti-Ship Missiles Near Taiwan in the Luzon Strait - Naval News
U.S. Marine Corps anti-ship missiles will deploy to the Luzon Strait, a strategic first island chain chokepoint between the Philippines and Taiwan, during Balikatan 2025. The 3rd Marine Littoral Regiment’s Medium-Range Missile Battery will send Naval Strike Missile-equipped Navy-Marine Expeditionary…
Does Ukraine Need a New Black Sea Grain Initiative?
Remote Visualization Nascent agreements over safety of navigation on the Black Sea indicate Russia’s desire to restart the Black Sea Grain Initiative, but Ukraine has already secured—and increased—its agricultural exports without Russia’s cooperation. Statements from Russian officials indicate their…
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Ukrainian Literature in Europe: A Cultural Bridge Through Centuries
The global interest in Ukraine, spurred by Russia's invasion, has shone a spotlight on Ukrainian culture - particularly literature. Ukrainian books are now garnering significant attention from foreign readers and publishers. In 2022, rights to over 230 books by Ukrainian authors were sold…
British soldiers take down drone swarm in groundbreaking use of radio wave weapon
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The Russia That Putin Made
Moscow, the West, and Coexistence Without Illusion Alexander Gabuev May/June 2025 Published on April 17, 2025 Illustration by Gregori Saavedra ALEXANDER GABUEV is Director of the Carnegie Russia Eurasia Center in Berlin. Subscribe to unlock this feature or Sign in. Print Subscribe to unlock this…
US closes center exposing Russian, Iranian and Chinese propaganda
The head of the department noted that over the past decade, “individuals in America have been slandered, fired, charged, and even jailed for simply voicing their opinions. ,” and added that “today it ends.” "I am announcing the closure of the State Department’s Counter Foreign Information…
Russian ‘Elite’ Get Serbian Passports – Avoid Sanctions, Travel Restrictions
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Maritime’s Search for the Holy Grail of Alternative Energy
The maritime industry has worked with a single fuel source for over a century and with the rush to meet emission standards in both domestic and foreign markets, adapting to the current list of alternative fuels is going to present significant problems. Each market has its issues whether bluewater,…
Ukrainians crush Russian assault in country’s south, destroy 29 armoured vehicles – video
Ukrainian defence forces repelled a large-scale Russian assault launched on 16 April at around 18:00 in Ukraine’s south. The operation involved at least 320 troops, 40 armoured vehicles, 3 tanks and about 10 ATVs, attacking the front line near Piatykhatky, Stepove, Lobkove, Mala Tokmachka and Mali…
Russia’s Arming For Space War I, Targeting SpaceX Satellite Systems
As Russia deploys its advanced Su-34 bomber jets to seek out and obliterate SpaceX Starlink ... More terminals across besieged Ukraine, it is also developing an arsenal of weaponry aimed at winning a future space war with the West. AFP PHOTO / POOL / ALEXANDER ZEMLIANICHENKO (Photo credit should…
"Want to show strength?" Russia recruits Chinese citizens using propaganda videos - The Guardian
"Want to show strength?" Russia recruits Chinese citizens using propaganda videos - The Guardian …
NATO Air Forces Learn From Ukraine War in Year's Largest Combat Exercise - The Moscow Times
LEEUWARDEN, The Netherlands — Ninety-one aircraft from 15 NATO states have finished taking part in Exercise Ramstein Flag, a two-week rehearsal of potential collective responses to an attack on a fellow member state. While the alliance had held exercises like this even before Russia’s 2022…
UK Royal Navy Type 31 frigate enters capability insertion period with Babcock | Shephard
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RFK Jr. says there is an 'autism epidemic'. Is it true? – DW – 04/11/2025
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has launched a "massive testing and research effort" that will determine "what has caused the autism epidemic" by September, its Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said Thursday. "By September, we will know what has caused the autism epidemic, and…
Russian BMPT ‘Terminator’ Armored Fighting Vehicle Survives ATGM Strikes, Gets EW System
LAND Armored Vehicles & Tanks Russian Federation Combat crew in Donetsk reports vehicle withstood missile hits, self-recovered under fire, now upgraded with electronic warfare gear Defensemirror.com bureau 07:31 AM, April 11, 2025 1806 BMPT ‘Terminator’ Armored Fighting Vehicle A Russian BMPT…
Frontline report: Russia weaponizes drones against its own retreating soldiers in desperate push toward Lyman - Euromaidan Press
Today, there is interesting news from the Lyman direction. Here, Russian commanders again resorted to one of their favorite and most brutal tactics, employing drone barrier troops to continue the offensive after their soldiers’ morale had already broken. They did this to instill fear and obedience…
Putin announces £73bn naval build-up to boost Russia’s fleet
According to the Kremlin, Russian President Vladimir Putin chaired a high-level meeting in St Petersburg on Friday to outline a long-term development strategy for the Russian Navy, with a vision extending to 2050. The session included top officials from the military, government, and industry, and…
Amid talks of peace negotiations, Russia is ramping up military recruitment
Yuri Kochetkov / EPA / Scanpix / LETA Russian President Vladimir Putin has claimed he’s ready for peace talks with Ukraine — though not on “the basis of Kyiv’s demands.” But the numbers at home tell a different story. Recruitment efforts in Russian regions are surging, with local administrations…
Russian Missile Strikes Indian Pharma Firm's Kyiv Warehouse: Ukraine
New Delhi: A Russian missile struck the warehouse of an Indian pharmaceutical company in Kyiv, Ukraine said today. The country's embassy in India alleged Russia "deliberately" targeted Indian businesses in Ukraine. "Today, a Russian missile struck the warehouse of Indian pharmaceutical company Kusum…
UK government take emergency control of British Steel – DW – 04/12/2025
Members of Parliament in the United Kingdom approved on Saturday plans to take emergency control of British Steel's blast furnaces. The decision to save the steel plant in the industrial town of Scunthorpe followed an emergency parliamentary session. Keir Starmer's government recalled lawmakers, who…
Russia won’t be able to afford troops in Ukraine past 2026 as economy struggles, experts say
WASHINGTON — Russia could be forced to end the war in Ukraine because it will run out of money to pay its troops, according to experts at the DC-based Institute for the Study of War. The country has burned through roughly half of its $106 billion liquid sovereign-wealth fund, which is used to pay…
Germany's family-friendly museums – DW – 04/07/2025
It's the first real day of spring in Düsseldorf. Even though it would be tempting to spend the afternoon in the sun, the guided tour of the exhibition "MAMA. From Maria to Merkel" at the Kunstpalast is fully booked. This is no ordinary tour. It's called "Art with Baby" and it's exclusively conceived…
The Future of US Bases in Europe: General (Ret.) Ben Hodges
“US forces are not in Europe to protect Europeans,” says Lt. Gen. (Ret.) Ben Hodges. “You cannot defend the United States from Texas or North Carolina or Florida only,” said Hodges, former Commanding General of US Army Europe (2014–2017), when asked about the role of US military bases on the…
Swedish Submarine Rescue Ship Takes On Role Investigating Baltic Sea incidents
The Swedish navy’s submarine rescue vessel has taken on an additional role as it has been called on to investigate incidents of damage to undersea infrastructure in the Baltic Sea. The Belos, equipped with sonar, a helipad, divers, undersea vehicles and a positioning system that allows it to stay…
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