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EU military aid, Russia destroying Ukraine’s medical infrastructure, Russian manipulations in UN
The Center for Strategic Communication and Information Security pursues efforts to provide a brief explanation to foreign audiences on the current topics of particular interest as regards Ukraine. EU MILITARY AID On 11 November, the EU High Representative for Foreign… Continue Reading
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ISW: Recent Vuhledar capture enables Russian tactical gains in Donetsk Oblast
Russian forces have achieved tactical gains south of Donetsk Oblast’s Kurakhove, successfully leveraging their recent capture of Vuhledar to support ongoing offensive operations in western Donetsk Oblast, ISW reported as of 11 November. Russia continues its efforts to capture remaining… Continue Reading
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Trump not to let Putin “roll through” Ukraine – Pompeo
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump will adopt a tougher stance on Russia’s war in Ukraine once he takes office, a shift from his campaign rhetoric. This was stated by former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo at the Global Forum in New York, according to Ukrinform,… Continue Reading
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Dozens killed in Lebanon and Gaza strikes as Israeli defence minister rejects ceasefire
Dozens killed in Lebanon and Gaza strikes as Israeli defence minister rejects ceasefire Continue Reading
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Air pollution may increase risk of a child developing autism
Researchers have discovered air pollution could increase a child’s risk of developing autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Specifically, a new study reveals a pregnant woman’s exposure to common air pollutants could have a drastic effect on her fetus’ brain during critical development… Continue Reading
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AstraZeneca beats expectations and raises guidance despite China troubles
AstraZeneca raises its fiscal 2024 guidance for the second consecutive quarter. This upgrade comes despite ongoing legal challenges in China as it reported robust third-quarter earnings results. Continue Reading
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Starmer, Macron have 20-minute conversation on Ukraine – media source
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron held a private 20-minute conversation on Ukraine during their talks in Paris on Monday. The discussion took place one-on-one, without a wider delegation of aides, underscoring the political sensitivity of the topic. … Continue Reading
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Finland’s Valtonen opposes “Finlandization” solution for Ukraine peace
Finland has firmly rejected the idea of imposing neutrality on Ukraine as a solution to the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian war, with its top diplomat questioning Moscow’s reliability in adhering to potential agreements. Russia has persistently demanded Ukraine’s de facto capitulation, with… Continue Reading
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What Starmer learned from Trump – POLITICO
Sky News’ deputy political editor Sam Coates and Politico’s Jack Blanchard share their daily guide to the day ahead in politics in under 20 minutes. Sam calls in from Baku in Azerbaijan today, where he is with the prime minister at the COP climate change summit. The UK… Continue Reading
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In A Frontline Ukrainian Town, A Woman Says The Birds Will Bring Peace (Video)
Natalya is one of only 4,000 remaining residents in Lyman in Ukraine’s eastern Donetsk region. She feeds the birds every day and says they will being peace. Russian forces have recently ramped up their attacks on the town, which had a population of more than 20,000 in 2022, knocking out… Continue Reading
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