Ukraine updates: UK pledges largest military aid to Kyiv DW 04/23/2024
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced a record UK military aid package for Ukraine, including 580 million in new supplies and a commitment to raise defense spending by 2030. [ more ]
China launches a new crew to its space station, advancing toward lunar mission
China launched Shenzhou-18 carrying astronauts to live and work on homemade space station, part of ambitious space program with implications for U.S. [ more ]
China emphasizes the need for further preparation before the Ukraine peace conference in Switzerland, highlighting the importance of diplomatic resolution and equal participation of all parties. [ more ]
US House passes bill to force TikTok parent company ByteDance to sell app
The House of Representatives voted on an updated bill targeting TikTok, increasing the divestment period from six months to a year, potentially leading to a US ban on the app. [ more ]
Ukraine conducted drone strikes in various Russian regions, resulting in casualties. Russia's strategic bomber was shot down by Ukraine for the first time in the war timeline. [ more ]
Anti-Ukraine Republicans like J.D. Vance and Marjorie Taylor Greene don't speak for most voters
Senator J.D. Vance and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene oppose funding Ukraine, but recent polls show a majority of voters and even Republican voters support aid to Ukraine. [ more ]
Ukraine notes contrast as U.S. coalition protected Israel from strikes
Israel received immediate, direct assistance from military partners during missile attacks while Ukraine lacks such support, relying on its own resources. [ more ]
Israel sanctions: Who has imposed curbs over Gaza war? DW 04/12/2024
Israel's allies are increasing pressure for more aid in Gaza to prevent a humanitarian crisis, with few imposing sanctions or boycotting Israeli products. [ more ]
IOC wins as top Western nations agree to Russians in Paris DW 04/09/2024
The British government, along with France, Germany, and the US, has accepted the IOC's plan for Russian and Belarussian athletes to compete in the Paris Olympics as neutrals.
Russian and Belarussian athletes will participate in the Olympics as neutrals, not representing their countries, with restrictions like no national flags or anthems. [ more ]
Ukraine war briefing: Three killed in second day of Russian attacks on Zaporizhzhia region, says governor
Russian strikes in Zaporizhzhia region killed three, injured six, and caused disruptions at the nuclear power station.
Ukraine's energy sector, including power plants and nuclear facilities, has been severely targeted by Russian attacks, impacting the country significantly. [ more ]
Rwanda marks the 30th anniversary of the genocide against the Tutsis
Rwanda commemorates the genocide victims with solemn tributes 30 years later, remembering the 800,000 lives lost in a 100-day killing spree led by Hutu extremists.
President Paul Kagame, who led the rebel militia that ended the genocide, honors the victims at the Kigali Genocide Memorial amidst international acknowledgments of global inaction during the massacre. [ more ]
Ukrainian military attacked Morozovsk airbase, claiming destruction of Russian warplanes and casualties; Russia downed Ukrainian drones, minimal damage reported.
Multiple drone strikes resulted in casualties and damages in different regions; Russian troops advanced in eastern Ukraine; international involvement and aid discussions ongoing. [ more ]
Diplomatic spat erupts between Poland and Israel after WCK killings in Gaza
Accusations of anti-Semitism following the killing of aid workers sparked a diplomatic crisis between Poland and Israel.
Israel's ambassador blamed extreme elements in Poland for accusing Israel of intentional murder and emphasized Israel's stance against anti-Semitism. [ more ]
Uganda's Constitutional Court upheld a controversial anti-gay law, which includes life imprisonment for gay sex and severe penalties for same-sex relations.
The international community has responded with funding suspensions and sanctions, while Uganda faces scrutiny from other African nations considering similar anti-gay legislation. [ more ]