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Trump
Musk Says Critics Need ‘Better Dirty Tricks’ After Salute Row
Elon Musk joined a rally at the Capital One Arena, thanking the crowd for Trump’s return to the White House and making a chest tap and open-hand gesture to engage the audience.
Jan. 21, 2025
Top News
‘Men in Balaclavas’ Watch as Russian Court Fines Raiffeisen Bank $2.1 billion
Despite being one of the last western banks to remain in Russia, Austria’s leading bank still had to answer a lawsuit brought by companies said to be owned by a Russian tycoon.
Jan. 21, 2025
War in Ukraine
Xi, Putin Hold Video Call: Chinese State Media
Beijing remains a close political and economic partner of Moscow and has never condemned the war, leading some NATO members to brand China an “enabler” of the conflict.
Jan. 21, 2025
Ukraine
China, EU, Ukraine Leaders Take Davos Stage Under Trump Shadow
There will no doubt be a Trump-sized elephant in the rooms at the World Economic Forum even if some leaders avoid saying his name -- although the man will speak himself by video link on Thursday.
Jan. 21, 2025
Tanks
Massive Russian Military Convoy Spotted in Mali: A Boost for Wagner’s Successor?
Malian officials claim the equipment is for their armed forces, while Russian experts suggest the primary recipient is the African Corps, Wagner PMC’s successor.
Jan. 21, 2025
Ukraine
‘Putin Should Make a Deal’ – Trump Discusses NATO and Ending Ukraine War, Russia’s Losses
In the White House, Trump reiterates his pledge to end the war in Ukraine, hints at negotiations with Putin, and questions NATO spending while claiming Russia has suffered nearly a million casualties.
Jan. 21, 2025
US
Trump Signs Flurry of Executive Orders on Day One, Tosses Sharpies Into Crowd
Trump immediately reversed Biden-era policies and enacted sweeping executive orders on climate, immigration and free speech. He said he’d meet with Putin. Senate confirms Rubio as Secretary of State.
Jan. 21, 2025
Ukraine
‘Just Peace’ and ‘Lasting Peace’ – Nations React to Trump’s Inauguration
Leaders from around the world reacted to Donald Trump’s return Monday to the White House, offering congratulations and urging good relations, but “the canal is and will remain Panama’s”.
Jan. 21, 2025
US
‘I Was Saved by God to Make America Great Again’ – Trump Launches Retaliation Tour and Far-Right Agenda at Inauguration
Expansionist rhetoric, an end to climate-change regulation, codified gender definitions and promises to overhaul the legal system mark the inaugural address of America’s 47th president.
Jan. 21, 2025
Russia
Accidents, Not Russians, to Blame for Undersea Cable Damages, Western Intelligence Says
Unnamed officials said inexperienced crews on aging vessels are to blame for undersea cable damages in Europe, though others said it is difficult to prove or disprove Moscow’s involvement.
Jan. 20, 2025
Ukraine
UK Considers Military Bases in Ukraine as Part of New Partnership Deal
Under the deal, the UK has committed to providing Ukraine with at least £3 billion worth of military aid every year up until 2030-31, with additional support as needed.
Jan. 20, 2025
Transnistria Ready to Buy Gas from Moldova, Separatist Leader Says
Transnistrian leader Vadim Krasnoselsky said that his breakaway government is waiting to hear back from Moldovagaz
Jan. 20, 2025
War in Ukraine
ANALYSIS: Russian Disinformation and Biden’s Battle to Sell Support for Ukraine
US support for Ukraine faces resistance as political fatigue, Republican opposition, and Russian disinformation threaten the US-Ukraine alliance – as well as Biden’s legacy.
Jan. 20, 2025
F-16
Denmark Denies Russian Claims its F-16 Pilot was Killed in Ukraine
Following a Saturday report by TASS that a Danish F-16 trainer was killed in a missile attack on Kryvyi Rih, the defense minister categorized it as yet another example of Kremlin-linked disinformation
Jan. 20, 2025
NATO
Sweden’s Latvia NATO Deployment – What We Know
Sweden sent 550 troops on Saturday to join a multinational brigade led by Canada in Latvia in what Stockholm calls its most significant commitment to NATO.
Jan. 20, 2025
Israel
Israelis Want Trump to ‘Make Israel Normal Again’
On inauguration eve, three women hostages held 15 months by Hamas were freed via a Qatar, US, and Egypt-led ceasefire deal. Trump, whose envoy joined talks, credited his role in the agreement.
Jan. 20, 2025
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