Russia’s upper house of parliament on Thursday set 17th of March, 2024 ,as the date for the next presidential election, in which longtime President Vladimir Putin is widely expected to run…
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Republicans Block Ukraine Funding Over US-Mexico Border Despite Biden Pleas
Republican senators in the United States have blocked a crucial 106 billion dollar funding package intended to support Ukraine and Israel, defying urgent appeals from President Joe Biden. The rejection…
Saudi Arabia seeks US restraint as Houthis attack ships in Red Sea
Saudi Arabia has asked the United States to show restraint in responding to attacks by Yemen’s Houthis against ships in the Red Sea, as Riyadh seeks to contain the spillover…
Zelenskiy assures Ukrainians of victory with US aid in the balance
President Volodymyr Zelenskiy told Ukrainians on Wednesday that Kyiv would defeat Russia and win a fair peace “against all odds” as the future of vital United States military and financial…
Israel, Hamas locked in fierce clashes in southern Gaza
Israeli troops and Hamas militants were locked in fierce ground combat in Gaza on Wednesday after the Israelis, who are fighting their way through the devastated Palestinian enclave, reached the…
Russia Rejects “Substantial” US Proposal for Release of Jailed Americans
In a diplomatic setback, the United States has announced that Russia has turned down a “substantial” proposal aimed at securing the release of Wall Street Journal correspondent Evan Gershkovich and…