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Jan 20 2023
Opinion
DC should send Ukraine M1 Abrams tanks and lead by example
We’re “not there yet,” said Undersecretary of Defense for Policy Colin Kahl this week on the question of sending M1 Abrams tanks to Ukraine. But we should be.
A victory for Vladimir Putin in Ukraine would be a disastrous strategic blow to US interests in the region. That outweighs any concern about providing tanks, which (unlike missile systems) are far harder to use against targets
New York Post (Opinion)Dec 10 2022
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Who is Paul Whelan, the ex-US Marine jailed in Russia?
Following the release of basketball star Brittney Griner from Russian captivity, US President Joe Biden faces fresh questions about another imprisoned American: former US marine Paul Whelan.
Mr Whelan, 52, was given a 16-year jail sentence in 2020 after being arrested in Moscow on suspicion of spying in 2018.
The Michigan native was not part of the prisoner swap which saw Ms
BBC NewsOct 24 2022
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Vladimir Putin in new video sparks cancer rumors over intravenous marks on hand
Russian President Vladimir Putin showcased what seemed to be intravenous (IV) track marks on his hands while meeting with soldiers, sparking rumors of his undergoing cancer treatment.
The video was released by Russia's Ministry of Defense last week of showing the Russian president overseeing drills while accompanied by several soldiers. Putin at one point is seen donning ear protection
Fox News DigitalMar 15 2023
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Ukraine war: Florida's Ron DeSantis invited to visit after 'territorial dispute' remarks
Ukraine has invited Florida Governor Ron DeSantis to visit, after the Republican dismissed the Russian invasion as a "territorial dispute".
Mr DeSantis is widely expected to run for president in 2024 and made his remarks in response to questions sent to possible Republican contenders.
The former congressman said continued US support of Ukraine was not among the country's "vital
BBC NewsNov 29 2022
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NATO renews membership vow to Ukraine, pledges arms and aid
NATO doubled down Tuesday on its commitment to one day include Ukraine, a pledge that some officials and analysts believe helped prompt Russia’s invasion this year. The world’s largest security alliance also pledged to send more aid to Ukrainian forces locked in battle with Russian troops.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with NATO foreign ministers in Romania to drum up
Associated PressJan 12 2023
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State senator fighting to stop Ukrainian troops from training in Oklahoma, others push back
OKLAHOMA CITY (KFOR) – One day after it was announced that Ukrainian troops would begin training at an Army base in Oklahoma, an Oklahoma state senator is trying to put a stop to that plan. Officials say Ukrainian troops will train on the Patriot missile system at Fort Sill, which is where the United States conducts its own training on the air defense system. The training is expected to take
KTLAApr 17 2023
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China’s US-Sanctioned Defense Minister Visits Moscow, Hails a ‘New Era’ in Relations
China’s new defense minister, visiting Moscow on his first visit abroad since his appointment, says China-Russia relations have “entered a new era” and “surpass any military-political alliances of the Cold War.”
Li Shangfu, a People’s Liberation Army (PLA) general who was sanctioned by the U.S. five years ago over weapons transactions with Russia, met with President Vladimir Putin at
CNSNews.comDec 09 2022
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Griner back in U.S. in 'good spirits' as Russia's Bout lands in Moscow
Basketball star Brittney Griner landed in the United States on Friday after 10 months in Russian detention following a prisoner swap with arms dealer Viktor Bout who flew home hours earlier to embrace his family on the airport tarmac in Moscow.
"They say she's in very good spirits, appears to be in good health," White House spokesman John Kirby told MSNBC in an interview citing U.S.
ReutersFeb 24 2023
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New US sanctions for Russia on war anniversary
The US has marked a year since Russia invaded Ukraine by announcing a new range of sanctions against Russia.
The restrictions target banks and suppliers of defence equipment both within Russia and worldwide.
Specifically, the US said it wants to stop those helping Russia exploit loopholes to get sanctioned materials.
The White House insisted it would "continue to stand
BBC NewsApr 11 2023
Analysis
The ongoing scandal over leaked US intel documents, explained
On Friday, news organizations realized something quite remarkable: A trove of 100 secret US military and intelligence documents had been posted in the far-flung corners of the internet.
The files reveal closely held information about US operations, like a suggestion there are up to 100 NATO special operations officials in Ukraine, and details about casualty counts for both Russia and
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