Sweden is reportedly probing a Russian Orthodox church in the town of Västerås over possible hybrid warfare techniques, a new investigation shows.
Category: 4. World
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(Un)orthodox intelligence operations: How Russia is using its churches abroad
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‘Irresponsible’ Trump Tariff Threat Draws Ire of BRICS Host Lula
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva joined South Africa in blasting Donald Trump for his threat to slap extra tariffs against the BRICS, escalating a spat with the US leader during the final day hosting the 10-member group.
Lula said the…
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2 dozen injured in bee attack in French town
AURILLAC, France (AP) — A unusual attack by bees in the French town of Aurillac has left 24 people injured, including three who were in critical condition but have since improved, according to local…
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Russian minister fired by Putin shoots himself dead, authorities say – POLITICO
One lawmaker said that Starovoit’s death may have occurred before he was sacked by the president.
The Kremlin published a decree earlier Monday saying that Putin had fired Starovoit, without giving an official reason for his dismissal…
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Kenyan police disperse protesters with tear gas in Nairobi
Police fired tear gas and deployed water cannons in Nairobi on Monday as protests over police brutality, high living costs and alleged corruption gripped Kenya’s capital.
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In Peru, gangs target schools for extortion : NPR
Parents drop off their children at the private San Vicente School in Lima, Peru, which was targeted for extortion, in…
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Paris Closes River Seine to Swimmers One Day After Ending Century-Long Ban
The River Seine in Paris was shut down due to pollution concerns just a day after it was declared safe for swimming for the first time in over a century over the weekend. Swimming spots located near iconic Parisian landmarks like the Eiffel Tower…
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Russian minister dies by suicide hours after getting fired by Putin, officials say
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Former Russian Transport Minister Roman Starovoit died by suicide on Monday, just hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin fired him from the job, officials…
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Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki volcano erupts and sends ash miles high
JAKARTA, Indonesia (AP) — Indonesia’s rumbling Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki erupted twice on Monday, sending a column of volcanic materials up to 18 kilometers (11 miles) into the sky, dumping ash on…
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