World
World Briefing: December 2, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 2, 2024
HUR
Russia Flees Damascus: Abandoned Military Equipment, Command Shake-Up, Major Losses in Syria
Russia flees Damascus, abandoning equipment while a special forces commander is heading to Moscow to explain the failures in Syria.
Dec. 2, 2024
Georgia
Georgia Pro-EU Protesters ’Standing Firm’, President Says
Georgia’s pro-Europe protests continue as ruling pro-Russian party seeks to control situation.
Dec. 2, 2024
Romania
Social Democrats Set to win Romania Vote, but Far Right Makes Big Gains
Romanian parliamentary election results showing confused and worrying signs.
Dec. 2, 2024
World Briefing: December 1, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
Dec. 2, 2024
US
Joe Biden Issues Pardon to His Son Hunter
The US President stated that his son was “selectively and unfairly prosecuted” because of his familial ties.
Dec. 2, 2024
US
‘Wave Goodbye to America’ – Trump Threatens Tariffs on BRICS, But Still Soft on Russian Sanctions
While continuing to rattle his saber on tariffs, the incoming US president hints he will draw back Russian sanctions for a peace deal, just as those measures are starting to bite.
Dec. 2, 2024
US
In Blinken Сall, Turkey Backs Moves to Ease Syria Tension
The call came after Syrian rebels and their Turkish-backed allies launched their biggest offensive in years, seizing control of Syria’s second-largest city Aleppo.
Dec. 2, 2024
Zelensky
OPINION: Trump Won – What Next for Ukraine (Not to Mention Putin, Orbán and Xi Jinping)?
Since the US presidential election result, Ukrainians have focused on their management skills. The country hoped for Harris but now must hope for a silver lining to Donald Trump’s presidency.
Dec. 2, 2024
Zelensky
‘Destroying Infrastructure Indispensable to Survival Is a War Crime’ – Ukraine at War Update for Dec. 2
Zelensky seeks guarantees from EU leaders for continued aid and NATO bid; AFU says more weapons could solve the manpower shortage; Massive missile attack across Ukraine deemed a war crime by Amnesty.
Dec. 2, 2024
Russia
‘People Were Hanged for This’: Medvedev Calls Georgian President ’Expired’ Amid Protests
Medvedev called Georgian President Zurabishvili "expired," and said rejecting elections once led to hangings on lampposts.
Dec. 1, 2024
OPINION: Chasing the Impossible Will Be the West’s Downfall
It is critical for the West to face up to realities and respond resolutely or face further humiliation and debilitation.
Dec. 1, 2024
War in Ukraine
Will Keith Kellogg End the War in Ukraine?
In this week’s edition of TVP World’s Ukraine This Week two experts who are regular contributors to Kyiv Post, and its editor Bohdan Nahaylo, share their thoughts on the latest developments.
Dec. 1, 2024
Romania
Romanians Return to the Polls with Far Right Hoping to Gain Ground
Romanians hold parliamentary election against background of political turmoil.
Dec. 1, 2024
Russian Oligarch Usmanov re-Elected President of International Fencing Federation
Alisher Usmanov, a Russian oligarch close to Putin, was re-elected president of the International Fencing Federation, despite Western sanctions. His return has sparked outrage in Ukraine.
Dec. 1, 2024
HUR
Russian Forces Suffer Major Losses in Syria, Commander Fired as Hundreds Go Missing
Russian forces are suffering heavy losses in Syria, leading Moscow to replace General Sergey Kisel. Ukrainian intelligence reports hundreds of Russian troops missing after intense battles.
Dec. 1, 2024
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