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War in Ukraine
Polish Border Guards Detain Russian Deserter
The Russian embassy in Warsaw said it had not been informed of the matter and questioned the truth of the announcement.
May 8, 2024
WORLD BRIEFING: May 8, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May 8, 2024
China
China's Xi in Serbia for Talks to Boost Economic Ties
China has poured billions into Serbia and neighbouring Balkan countries, particularly into mining and manufacturing, and last year Beijing and Belgrade signed a free trade agreement.
May 8, 2024
Ukraine
‘Terrorist Attack Gift to Putin Was a Failure’ – Ukraine at War Update for May 8
Zelensky assassination intended as inauguration gift for Putin; European absentees at Putin inauguration show; Ukrainian women advance to Eurovision finals.
May 8, 2024
NATO
Belarusian President Orders Snap Inspection of Tactical Nuclear Delivery Capabilities
On Tuesday May 7, a day after Vladimir Putin ordered Russian non-strategic nuclear drills, President Lukashenko ordered his defense forces to carry out inspections of their nuclear capable units.
May 7, 2024
Poland
Polish Special Services Discover Wiretap in Government Meeting Venue
The Polish State Protection Service said it discovered the device in a routine check on Tuesday, and ongoing investigations are trying to establish its origin.
May 7, 2024
Belarus
Belarusian Democratic Opposition Leader Meets with NATO Chief
A democratic Belarus will make friendly relations with NATO a priority in its international security agenda, said Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, the leader of the Belarusian Democratic Movement.
May 7, 2024
WORLD BRIEFING: May 7, 2024
The world in focus, as seen by a Canadian leading global affairs analyst, writer and speaker, in his review of international media.
May 7, 2024
Putin
Putin’s Fifth Term Starts Amid War, Censorship, Repression and Media Control
The 71-year-old Russian leader, who has been in power since May 2000, was re-elected for another six-year term in March in elections where he faced no opposition.
May 7, 2024
Crimea
Russia Reduces Military Dependence on Crimea Bridge
The decrease in military traffic on the Crimean Bridge is intended to render it less vulnerable to attacks by the Ukrainian armed forces, according to Molfar open source analysts.
May 7, 2024
Drones
Kyiv Deploys Ukrainian-Built Magura V5 USV Equipped with Anti-Aircraft Missiles
The Russian Defense Ministry published a video showing a Ukrainian unmanned surface vessel (sea drone) equipped with an R-73 anti-aircraft missile attacking Russian helicopter in the Black Sea.
May 7, 2024
Putin
Putin’s Black Sea Palace Refurbished – Pole Dancing Replaced by Religion and War
An independent investigation reports that the residence in the Gelendzhik Black Sea resort has been extensively renovated to remove much of the previous gaudiness with icons and pictures of war.
May 7, 2024
Putin
Statement of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine on Vladimir Putin’s “Inauguration”
During the so-called March "elections," the Russian Federation violated numerous international documents that serve as the foundation for the modern system of international relations.
May 7, 2024
Wagner
OPINION: How Wagner Undermines Sudan, and How Ukraine Responds
Wagner, Russia’s rogue private military company, has extended its African tendrils into Sudan by aiding another rogue militia. Ukraine is trying to help the Sudanese government and people.
May 7, 2024
Putin
Putin Inauguration Set to Prolong His Two Decades in Power
The 71-year-old Kremlin chief has ruled Russia since the turn of the century, securing a fresh six-year mandate in March after winning presidential elections devoid of all opposition.
May 7, 2024
War in Ukraine
EU, France Press Xi to Use Influence on Russia, Halt Ukraine War
Europe is concerned that despite China's official neutrality on the Ukraine war, it is essentially supporting Russia, which is using Chinese machine tools in arms production.
May 7, 2024
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