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Biden Aides Warned Putin as Russia's Shadow War Threatened Air Disaster

Russia is suspected of orchestrating cargo sabotage attacks in Europe, potentially planning greater threats to the U.S.
U.S. intelligence indicates Russia may attempt to target American cargo and passenger planes.
The situation has prompted high-level discussions among U.S. officials on how to address the emerging threat.

Putin congratulates Trump as he takes office for second time

Putin welcomes US intentions to restore direct communication, emphasizing its potential to avert global conflict and mitigate tensions.

Russia and Ukraine Battle Inside Kursk, With Waves of Tanks, Drones and North Koreans

Ukrainian forces are engaged in intense battles over strategic territories, with implications for future cease-fire negotiations amidst an unpredictable political landscape.

Why Biden's Ukraine Win Was Zelensky's Loss

The U.S. aimed to support Ukraine's sovereignty rather than ensure total territorial recovery.

Trump must forge a Ukraine peace deal on America's terms - not Putin's

The peace in Ukraine must prioritize American interests and stability in the region, countering threats from Russia and other adversaries.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,057

Ukraine is urging stronger international support amid ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks on its infrastructure.

Biden Aides Warned Putin as Russia's Shadow War Threatened Air Disaster

Russia is suspected of orchestrating cargo sabotage attacks in Europe, potentially planning greater threats to the U.S.
U.S. intelligence indicates Russia may attempt to target American cargo and passenger planes.
The situation has prompted high-level discussions among U.S. officials on how to address the emerging threat.

Putin congratulates Trump as he takes office for second time

Putin welcomes US intentions to restore direct communication, emphasizing its potential to avert global conflict and mitigate tensions.

Russia and Ukraine Battle Inside Kursk, With Waves of Tanks, Drones and North Koreans

Ukrainian forces are engaged in intense battles over strategic territories, with implications for future cease-fire negotiations amidst an unpredictable political landscape.

Why Biden's Ukraine Win Was Zelensky's Loss

The U.S. aimed to support Ukraine's sovereignty rather than ensure total territorial recovery.

Trump must forge a Ukraine peace deal on America's terms - not Putin's

The peace in Ukraine must prioritize American interests and stability in the region, countering threats from Russia and other adversaries.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,057

Ukraine is urging stronger international support amid ongoing Russian missile and drone attacks on its infrastructure.
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#china

Biden strengthens US cyber defenses against Russia and China threats

The Biden administration issues a sweeping executive order to strengthen U.S. cybersecurity against threats from nations and cyber criminals.

The US keeps hitting Putin's war chest with energy sanctions. The impact goes beyond Russia.

US sanctions on Russia's energy sector are shifting global oil trade dynamics, impacting China and India significantly.

Rubio Aims to Take on the Axis of Anger: China, Russia, North Korea and Iran

Marco Rubio positions himself as a Cold Warrior against modern adversaries like China and Russia, aiming to strengthen U.S. alliances.

German TikTokers more approving of China, Russia survey DW 01/20/2025

Younger Germans using TikTok tend to sympathize more with Russia and China compared to those who access news through traditional media.

Biden strengthens US cyber defenses against Russia and China threats

The Biden administration issues a sweeping executive order to strengthen U.S. cybersecurity against threats from nations and cyber criminals.

The US keeps hitting Putin's war chest with energy sanctions. The impact goes beyond Russia.

US sanctions on Russia's energy sector are shifting global oil trade dynamics, impacting China and India significantly.

Rubio Aims to Take on the Axis of Anger: China, Russia, North Korea and Iran

Marco Rubio positions himself as a Cold Warrior against modern adversaries like China and Russia, aiming to strengthen U.S. alliances.

German TikTokers more approving of China, Russia survey DW 01/20/2025

Younger Germans using TikTok tend to sympathize more with Russia and China compared to those who access news through traditional media.
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#nato

Ukraine launches largest air attacks on Russia since start of war

Russia has intensified its retaliatory strikes against Ukraine amid escalating tensions and military actions from both sides.

Russia is escalating its dangerous shadow war against NATO, and there are fears it could get a lot worse

Russia's hybrid attacks on NATO have intensified since the Ukraine invasion, revealing a covert strategy of low-intensity conflict.

Ukraine war briefing: Strengthen Kyiv's hand before peace talks, says Nato chief

Ukraine is not ready for peace talks with Russia, needing to negotiate from a position of strength.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine is advancing its military technology with unmanned combat vehicles, highlighting innovation in warfare amidst rising tensions with Russia.
A historic security agreement was signed between the UK and Ukraine, indicating strong international support for Ukraine's sovereignty and future NATO membership.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 1,060

The conflict in Ukraine remains deadly and complex with ongoing attacks and international military involvement.

Ukraine hit with a 'massive Russian attack' forcing Poland to scramble fighter jets - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukraine is facing a relentless Russian assault on its energy infrastructure during the winter, emphasizing the urgent need for international support.

Ukraine launches largest air attacks on Russia since start of war

Russia has intensified its retaliatory strikes against Ukraine amid escalating tensions and military actions from both sides.

Russia is escalating its dangerous shadow war against NATO, and there are fears it could get a lot worse

Russia's hybrid attacks on NATO have intensified since the Ukraine invasion, revealing a covert strategy of low-intensity conflict.

Ukraine war briefing: Strengthen Kyiv's hand before peace talks, says Nato chief

Ukraine is not ready for peace talks with Russia, needing to negotiate from a position of strength.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 1,058

Ukraine is advancing its military technology with unmanned combat vehicles, highlighting innovation in warfare amidst rising tensions with Russia.
A historic security agreement was signed between the UK and Ukraine, indicating strong international support for Ukraine's sovereignty and future NATO membership.

Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events day 1,060

The conflict in Ukraine remains deadly and complex with ongoing attacks and international military involvement.

Ukraine hit with a 'massive Russian attack' forcing Poland to scramble fighter jets - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Ukraine is facing a relentless Russian assault on its energy infrastructure during the winter, emphasizing the urgent need for international support.
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#ukraine

Ukraine war briefing: Russia suffered record casualties in 2024, claims Ukrainian commander in chief

Russia has reportedly suffered unprecedented casualties in 2024, reflecting the escalating toll of the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

Russian attack kills 4 people in Kyiv

Ukraine faces renewed attacks from Russia, resulting in fatalities and further escalation in conflict.

Russian attacks force power cuts in Ukraine

Russia's air strikes on Ukraine continue to target critical energy infrastructure during winter, prompting emergency power cuts.

Russian ballistic missiles kill 3 and hit water main in Kyiv, officials say

Russian forces launched air attacks on Kyiv, killing three and damaging infrastructure, amidst winter offensives aimed at Ukraine's resilience.

Ukraine fired a barrage of its most advanced weapons at Russia, a show of strength before Trump takes power

Ukraine executed significant drone and missile strikes deep into Russia, targeting crucial military and industrial sites ahead of Trump's inauguration.

Russia claims to have seized new villages in eastern Ukraine

Russia claims to have captured two villages in eastern Ukraine amidst ongoing military advances.

Ukraine war briefing: Russia suffered record casualties in 2024, claims Ukrainian commander in chief

Russia has reportedly suffered unprecedented casualties in 2024, reflecting the escalating toll of the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

Russian attack kills 4 people in Kyiv

Ukraine faces renewed attacks from Russia, resulting in fatalities and further escalation in conflict.

Russian attacks force power cuts in Ukraine

Russia's air strikes on Ukraine continue to target critical energy infrastructure during winter, prompting emergency power cuts.

Russian ballistic missiles kill 3 and hit water main in Kyiv, officials say

Russian forces launched air attacks on Kyiv, killing three and damaging infrastructure, amidst winter offensives aimed at Ukraine's resilience.

Ukraine fired a barrage of its most advanced weapons at Russia, a show of strength before Trump takes power

Ukraine executed significant drone and missile strikes deep into Russia, targeting crucial military and industrial sites ahead of Trump's inauguration.

Russia claims to have seized new villages in eastern Ukraine

Russia claims to have captured two villages in eastern Ukraine amidst ongoing military advances.
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The Westminster whistleblower: how my friend Sergei tried to expose the Kremlin plot against Britain

Cristo's unique experiences highlight the complexity of Russian political espionage and its nuanced interactions with British politics.
The informal chat reveals unexpected historical connections and suspicions involving the Conservative party and Russian interests.

Russia's new ICBM with lots of warheads keeps running into problems, leaving it stuck with older, inferior missiles

Russia's new ICBM, the RS-28 Sarmat, faces significant testing failures, hindering modernization and forcing reliance on aging missile systems.
#iran

Iran's Leader in Moscow to Sign Cooperation Treaty With Russia

Iran and Russia are strengthening their alliance to challenge Western sanctions through a strategic cooperation agreement.

Iran and Russia look to bolster strategic partnership DW 01/17/2025

Iran and Russia are strengthening military and economic ties through a strategic partnership agreement that raises concerns for Western governments.

Ukraine war briefing: Russia and Iran deepen defence ties as Trump inauguration looms

Russia and Iran signed a cooperation pact to enhance their strategic partnership amid escalating Western sanctions.

Analysis: Russia, Iran strengthen alliance after Syria setback

Iran and Russia's 20-year pact bolsters military ties amid geopolitical pressure, despite inherent partnership limitations.

Iran's Leader in Moscow to Sign Cooperation Treaty With Russia

Iran and Russia are strengthening their alliance to challenge Western sanctions through a strategic cooperation agreement.

Iran and Russia look to bolster strategic partnership DW 01/17/2025

Iran and Russia are strengthening military and economic ties through a strategic partnership agreement that raises concerns for Western governments.

Ukraine war briefing: Russia and Iran deepen defence ties as Trump inauguration looms

Russia and Iran signed a cooperation pact to enhance their strategic partnership amid escalating Western sanctions.

Analysis: Russia, Iran strengthen alliance after Syria setback

Iran and Russia's 20-year pact bolsters military ties amid geopolitical pressure, despite inherent partnership limitations.
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#cybersecurity

Russian hackers target WhatsApp accounts of ministers worldwide

Russian hackers are using WhatsApp to target government officials globally by sending phishing emails that compromise their accounts.

Cable-slicing ships show Russia pressing on a Western weak spot

Russia allegedly uses aging tankers to attack undersea cables, highlighting a vulnerability in Western infrastructure.
The incidents suggest a campaign to sabotage critical communications and power lines.

Russian hackers target WhatsApp accounts of ministers worldwide

Russian hackers are using WhatsApp to target government officials globally by sending phishing emails that compromise their accounts.

Cable-slicing ships show Russia pressing on a Western weak spot

Russia allegedly uses aging tankers to attack undersea cables, highlighting a vulnerability in Western infrastructure.
The incidents suggest a campaign to sabotage critical communications and power lines.
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#human-rights

Russia: 3 Navalny lawyers sentenced to prison DW 01/17/2025

Russian lawyers for Alexei Navalny have been sentenced to prison for their defense efforts amid increasing government oppression.

Russia sentences lawyers of late opposition figure Navalny to prison

Lawyers tied to opposition figures in Russia face severe penalties, including imprisonment, highlighting the dangers of legal representation in such an oppressive environment.

Russia: 3 Navalny lawyers sentenced to prison DW 01/17/2025

Russian lawyers for Alexei Navalny have been sentenced to prison for their defense efforts amid increasing government oppression.

Russia sentences lawyers of late opposition figure Navalny to prison

Lawyers tied to opposition figures in Russia face severe penalties, including imprisonment, highlighting the dangers of legal representation in such an oppressive environment.
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Azerbaijan's Leader, Emboldened, Picks a Rare Fight With Putin

The phone call between Putin and Aliyev revealed a significant rift over accountability for a deadly plane crash.

Russians in Kherson train on civilians': Deadly drones stalk south Ukraine

Kherson faces extreme population decline and increasing drone warfare, leading to a catastrophic human toll and disrupted lives.
#terrorism

Poland's Leader Suggests Russian Hand in Plot to Attack Western Cargo Planes

Poland's Prime Minister confirmed a Russian air terror plot targeting global airlines, raising significant international security concerns.

Poland accuses Russia of 'planning acts of terrorism' on airlines globally - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia accused of planning global airline acts of terrorism, requiring international collaboration to counter threats, particularly from Poland.

Polish PM accuses Russia of planning acts of terrorism' around the world

Russia planned acts of terrorism in the air, posing risks to global flight safety, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.

Poland's Leader Suggests Russian Hand in Plot to Attack Western Cargo Planes

Poland's Prime Minister confirmed a Russian air terror plot targeting global airlines, raising significant international security concerns.

Poland accuses Russia of 'planning acts of terrorism' on airlines globally - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Russia accused of planning global airline acts of terrorism, requiring international collaboration to counter threats, particularly from Poland.

Polish PM accuses Russia of planning acts of terrorism' around the world

Russia planned acts of terrorism in the air, posing risks to global flight safety, according to Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
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PM promises strongest action possible' against Russia if death of Australian Oscar Jenkins confirmed

Australia may expel Russia's ambassador if it's confirmed that Australian citizen Oscar Jenkins was harmed while captured by Russian forces.

Vietnam and Russia sign agreement to boost nuclear energy cooperation

Vietnam is reviving its nuclear program to achieve energy self-sufficiency and mitigate greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

Irregular migration into EU dropped sharply in 2024: Border agency

The number of irregular border crossings from Belarus and Russia to the EU surged by 192% despite an overall drop in irregular crossings.

Russia's energy giant is planning to cut 40% of its HQ staff as Moscow's war snatches away its Western customers

Gazprom is considering a 40% staff reduction at its headquarters due to facing its first loss in 24 years, reportedly to optimize decision-making.
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Europe Is at War. Why Can't It Say So?

Russia is actively undermining European democracies through sabotage and covert military actions without direct military engagement.
#sanctions

Crude prices surge as US sanctions disrupt Russian oil exports to Asia - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Expanded U.S. sanctions on Russian oil could significantly raise global crude prices due to disrupted exports.

Germany battles to secure Russian shadow fleet' oil tanker adrift off northern coast

Germany is actively working to secure the stranded tanker Eventin to prevent environmental disasters and maintain European security against Russia's sanctions evasion.

Crude prices surge as US sanctions disrupt Russian oil exports to Asia - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Expanded U.S. sanctions on Russian oil could significantly raise global crude prices due to disrupted exports.

Germany battles to secure Russian shadow fleet' oil tanker adrift off northern coast

Germany is actively working to secure the stranded tanker Eventin to prevent environmental disasters and maintain European security against Russia's sanctions evasion.
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Ukraine updates: Seoul says over 3,000 N Korean casualties DW 01/13/2025

North Korean troop casualties in Russia's war against Ukraine have likely exceeded 3,000, including 300 fatalities and 2,700 injuries.

Sweden 'not at war, but not at peace either', says PM

The Baltic Sea incidents underline the growing hybrid warfare tactics used by Russia, raising security concerns among neighboring countries.

Romanians protest cancellation of presidential race DW 01/12/2025

Tens of thousands in Romania protest for election resumption following annulment due to alleged Russian interference.
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