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Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Why Tucker Carlson and Elon Musk are Big Fans of Gonzalo Lira
American citizen Lira has been arrested in Ukraine, where he is accused of spreading Russian propaganda – some influential Americans think otherwise.
Dec. 13, 2023
Zelensky
Zelensky to Meet Nordic Leaders in Oslo to Bolster Support
His surprise visit to Oslo will be aimed at cementing the support of the Nordic countries, which have been major donors since the start of the war in February 2022.
Dec. 13, 2023
Ukraine
Donald Tusk: A Guide to Poland’s New PM Who Wants West’s ‘Full Mobilization' for Ukraine
With his return as prime minister of Poland, Donald Tusk is seen as crucial for restoring Poland’s standing in the EU and the key to hope for Ukraine in 2024
Dec. 13, 2023
Hungary
EU Mulls Hungary Payout on Eve of Ukraine Summit
The EU Commission can expect to be accused of backing down in its standoff with Orban, and it is far from clear that the gesture will avert a dispute between leaders.
Dec. 13, 2023
Russia
The FSB 2024 Calendar – Russian Propaganda at its Most Cringeworthy
A 2024 calendar published by the Kremlin’s security service to raise funds for its veterans gives an insight into the Russian psyche and has been met with anger and ridicule in equal measure.
Dec. 13, 2023
Poland
Poland's pro-EU Tusk Wins Parliament Backing to Return as Premier
New Polish PM Tusk confirms that EU and Ukraine will be his priorities.
Dec. 13, 2023
War in Ukraine
EXPLAINED: Why Russia Doesn't Want Its POWs Back
The Kremlin appears to be employing a deliberate tactic of abandoning its own troops to avoid domestic embarrassment as well as sow discord in Ukrainian society.
Dec. 12, 2023
Russia
Finland Says to Reopen Parts of Border with Russia
Following an influx of migrants in mid-November, Finland closed four of its eight border crossings with Russia.
Dec. 12, 2023
NATO
ISW: Russia Preparing for Potential NATO Conflict By Expanding Naval Capabilities
Putin’s statements as he attended the flag-raising ceremony of two submarines could indicate Russia’s ambition to threaten NATO and its allies, said the Institute for the Study of War.
Dec. 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
RFE/RL Slams New Charges on Detained US-Russian Reporter
The new charges against Alsu Kurmasheva are part of the legislation adopted by Moscow in the wake of its offensive in Ukraine to stifle dissent.
Dec. 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
OPINION: Accept Ukraine Funds for Border Enforcement Deal
The Republicans need to be placated because the alternative is catastrophe.
Dec. 12, 2023
Hungary
Fleeing Israel Too, Ukrainian Jews Seek Refuge in Hungary
Hungary’s leader has repeatedly been accused of flirting with anti-Semitism and his government has run poster campaigns targeting George Soros and his son Alex.
Dec. 12, 2023
Poland
Polish MPs to Vote on pro-EU Tusk Government
The Tusk cabinet could be sworn in as early as Wednesday, allowing him to travel to Brussels for an EU summit on Thursday and Friday as the new prime minister.
Dec. 12, 2023
War in Ukraine
Allies of Russian Opposition Leader Navalny Say Whereabouts Unknown
Navalny is serving a 19-year prison sentence on extremism charges, and a court this summer ordered to move him to a harsher "special regime" prison colony.
Dec. 12, 2023
Putin
Putin Unveils Two New Nuclear Submarines
The Kremlin leader took part in a flag-hoisting ceremony in Severodvinsk on the White Sea where the "Krasnoyarsk" and "Emperor Alexander III" were built over the past six years.
Dec. 12, 2023
Europe
Polish Parliament Ousts Right-Wing Populists in Pro-EU Turn
As expected after general election results, 8-year domination by right-wing PiS party ended in parliament by no confidence vote by new coalition.
Dec. 11, 2023
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