Live News of Moscow April 23, 2024
Blinken Addresses Key Issues In U.S.-China Talks
Secretary of State Antony Blinken is embarking on a crucial three-day diplomatic mission to engage in discussions with senior Chinese officials in Shanghai and Beijing this week. The talks come at a pivotal moment for... Read More
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Biden Promises Air Defense Aid To Ukraine Amid Russian Attacks
President Joe Biden assured Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Monday that the U.S. will provide much-needed air defense weaponry once the Senate approves a $61 billion national security aid package for Ukraine. ThRead More
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Syria's Only Astronaut Mohammad Faris Dies In Turkish Exile
Mohammad Faris, also known as the 'Armstrong of the Arab World,' and Syria's only astronaut, has died at the age of 72 in exile in the Turkish city of Gaziantep. Faris passed away due to complications...Read More
Ukraine Launches Drone Attacks On Russian Regions
Ukraine has launched attacks on eight Russian regions using long-range strike drones, targeting a fuel depot and power substations. The attacks, confirmed by the Russian Defense Ministry, are part of a renewed effort by MoRead More
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Ukraine Launches Drone Attacks On Russian Energy Infrastructure
Ukraine has reportedly launched a series of drone attacks on Russia, targeting the country's energy infrastructure. The Defense Ministry in Moscow confirmed that fifty drones were intercepted by Russian air defenses acrossRead More
Two Men Detained In Poland For Attacking Russian Activist
Two men have been detained in Poland on suspicion of attacking Russian activist Leonid Volkov, an ally of the late opposition leader Alexei Navalny. The attack on Volkov occurred on March 12 outside his home in...Read More
Russia Urges Restraint Following Israeli Strike On Iran
Russia has urged restraint following Israel's military strike on Iran, a country with which the Kremlin maintains a close strategic partnership. Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov stated during a call with journalists that RuRead More
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Ukraine Claims Shooting Down Russian Bomber Amid Escalating Conflict
Ukraine's air force reported on Friday that it had successfully shot down a Russian strategic bomber, although Moscow officials countered by stating that the plane had crashed due to a malfunction following a combat missioRead More
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Polish Man Arrested For Alleged Russian Spy Plot
A Polish man has been arrested on allegations of being ready to spy on behalf of Russia’s military intelligence in an alleged plot to assassinate Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, Polish prosecutors said Thursday.Read More
Trump Urges Europe To Increase Aid To Ukraine Amid War
Former President Trump recently took to his Truth Social account to demand that Europe step up its assistance to Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. He questioned why the U.S., despite being geographically distant from UkRead More
Accused Killer Bryan Kohberger Presents Alibi In Court
Bryan Kohberger, the defendant accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, has put forth an alibi defense through his attorney. According to court documents filed recently, Kohberger's defense asRead More
Russian Air Defenses Down Ukrainian Balloons In Conflict
Recent reports from the defense ministry in Moscow revealed that Russian air defenses successfully intercepted and downed five Ukrainian balloons overnight. The balloons, described as secretive and innovative by both sidesRead More
Accused Killer's Alibi Defense Revealed In Court Document
Bryan Kohberger, who is accused of killing four University of Idaho students in November 2022, claims to have been driving west of Moscow, Idaho, the night of the slayings, according to his attorney. The defense intends...Read More
Uncertainty Looms Over Russian Athletes' Participation In Paris Olympics
As the countdown to the Paris Olympics reaches the 100-day mark, the fate of Russian athletes hangs in the balance. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has set conditions for Russia following its invasion of Ukraine,Read More
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US Allies Seek New Monitoring Mechanism For North Korea
The United States and its allies are exploring options to establish a new monitoring mechanism for North Korea's nuclear weapons program, both within and outside the U.N. system. This initiative comes after Russia vetoed aRead More
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Putin Urges Middle East To Avoid Catastrophic Clash
Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued a warning to the Middle East, urging countries in the region to step back from the brink of a potentially catastrophic clash. Putin's message comes amidst escalating tensions betRead More
The Zone Of Interest Tops Streaming Charts, Receives Critical Acclaim
The Zone of Interest has claimed the top spot on a recent list ranking the most popular streaming titles. Directed by Jonathan Glazer, the film delves into the unsettling story of Auschwitz commandant Rudolph Höss and...Read More
German Chancellor Urges China To Address Ukraine Crisis
During a meeting in Beijing, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz conveyed concerns to Chinese leader Xi Jinping regarding Russia's invasion of Ukraine, emphasizing the threat it poses to global security. Scholz highlighted the pRead More
U.S. Citizen Faces Drug Charges In Moscow Court
A U.S. citizen, identified as Robert Woodland Romanov, is currently embroiled in a legal battle in Moscow after being arrested on drug charges. The arrest comes at a time of heightened tensions between Russia and the...Read More
Deadly Shelling In Ukraine: Civilians Killed In Attacks
Tragedy struck in Ukraine's Zaporizhzhia region as at least 10 people, including children, lost their lives in a shelling incident late on Friday. The attack targeted a Russian-occupied town, with a local official attributRead More
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