In a blitz that followed a “global LGBTQ+ movement” ban, Russian security forces raided gay clubs and bars in Moscow. Police searched venues like a nightclub, male sauna, and bar under the pretext of a drug raid. Clubgoers’ documents were checked and photographed by the officers. The raids ensued after the decision by Russia’s Supreme …
Russian President Vladimir Putin, on Friday, authorized an increase in the country’s military personnel by almost 170,000 to a total of 1.32 million, as Moscow’s military action in Ukraine persists into its 22nd month. The decree, issued by the Kremlin and effective immediately, raises the total number of troops to about 2.2 million, including 1.32 …
A press release by the United Nations on November 21 reveals that U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield made a comparison between Russian dictator Vladimir Putin”s weaponization of food resources in Ukraine and the atrocities of Joseph Stalin during the Holodomor. During a UN Security Council meeting, Thomas-Greenfield equated Putin’s use of food …
(Bloomberg) — The strengthening of the ruble is not only propelling it toward its strongest position since July but also playing a crucial role in Russia’s overall economic puzzle as Vladimir Putin gears up for another presidential campaign. Most Read from Bloomberg Since early October, the ruble has experienced a major turnaround, reaching around 90 …
Russia’s evolving relationship with Israel: What you need to know in 60 seconds When it comes to their relationship with Israel, Russia’s stance has been changing significantly. To get a full understanding of their dynamic over the past 75 years, and the shifts that have occurred, check out the video below. Russian court sentences artist …
Chinese President Xi Jinping will be arriving at San Francisco International Airport on November 14, 2023 to attend the APEC summit. President Joe Biden will also be present at the event, marking the first face-to-face meeting between the US and Chinese leaders in a year. The meeting comes amid increasing competition between the two global …
15 Mins Ago Ukraine Battles in the Southern Kherson Region An ongoing battle between Ukrainian and Russian forces is causing turmoil to the left bank of the Dnipro River in southern Kherson. The fluidity of the fight taking place has prompted an informational silence from Ukrainian’s defense forces. Officials from the Operational Command South have …
Representative Jamie Raskin (D-Md.) sounded the alarm on Sunday, cautioning that a potential second term for Donald Trump could resemble the leadership style of Vladimir Putin in Russia and other conservative and authoritarian world leaders. Raskin warned, “It would look a lot like Viktor Orbán in Hungary ― ‘illiberal democracy,’ meaning democracy without rights or …
“`html The trail of gold is becoming a crucial source of income for the President of Russia – Sputnik/Sergei Savostyanov/Pool via REUTERS Executives from the gold industry will gather at the SO/ hotel in Dubai for the city’s annual Precious Metals Conference. Speakers include the general counsel of the London Bullion Market Association who will …
Russia launches massive attack on southern Ukraine, dropping a record number of aerial bombs on populated areas. The conflict rages amidst the international focus on Gaza. The Ukrainian Internal Affairs Ministry reports 87 aerial bombs dropped in the Kherson region, causing damage but no casualties. In the Odessa region, eight people were injured in Russian …