U.S. Grants $500K to Baltic States to Fight Russian Propaganda
The U.S. pledged $500,000 to the Baltics in order to combat Russian propaganda. The 12-month project will help train beginning and established Russian-language journalists.
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World View: US in Major Weapons Sale to Saudis to Compensate for Iran Nuclear Deal
Contents: Russia isolates itself further by vetoing MH17 investigation; US in major weapons sale to Saudis to compensate for Iran nuclear deal
‘Gay’ Emojis Being Investigated in Russia for Propaganda Law Violation
“Gay” emojis may be banned in Russia if the government finds that they violate the country’s infamous “gay propaganda” law.
Russia Vetoes Bid to Set up Tribunal for Downed Flight MH17
(Reuters) Russia vetoed a United Nations Security Council draft resolution on Wednesday that would have set up an international tribunal to prosecute those suspected of downing a Malaysia Airlines passenger airliner last year in eastern Ukraine.
Reuters: Ukraine Struggles to Control Maverick Battalions
(Reuters) From a basement billiard club in central Kiev, Dmytro Korchynsky commands a volunteer battalion helping Ukraine’s government fight rebels in the east. A burly man with a long, Cossack-style moustache, Korchynsky has several hundred armed men at his disposal. The exact number, he said, is “classified.”
Actor Gerard Depardieu Banned From Ukraine For Stance On Russia
KIEV, July 29 (Reuters) – Ukraine has banned French actor Gerard Depardieu from entering the country for five years, its state security service said on Wednesday, apparently for making comments that suggested he supported Russia’s annexation of Crimea last year.
Report: Jon Stewart Took Secret Trips to White House During Key Moments of Obama Presidency
Late-night funnyman and Daily Show host Jon Stewart reportedly took several secret trips to the White House to consult with President Obama before key moments in the president’s tenure.
Russia Claims Ukrainian Border Guards Shot Man for Taking Selfie at Checkpoint
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) claims Ukrainian border guards shot a man who attempted to take a selfie at a border checkpoint. The border service quickly denied the accusation.
USA Sending More Troops to Train Ukrainian Military Forces
The Pentagon and State Department have announced the United States will train regular Ukrainian military forces this year.
Ukrainian President: Russian Missile Shot Down MH17
Ukrainian President Petro Poroshenko blamed Russia for shooting Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 down as relatives and officials gathered on the one year anniversary.
Russia Wants To Destroy Ukraine And Further Conflict is Imminent, Claims Ukrainian PM on MH17 Anniversary
On the first anniversary of the shooting down of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 (MH17), the Ukrainian prime minister has said Russia has a long term plan to destroy Ukraine. He added that he expects the fighting to pick up again
Anti-Semitic Violence Drives Increasing Jewish Migration To Israel
As fears of anti-Semitic violence in some European counties continue to grow, the Israeli government is predicting 2015 will see a 25 per cent increase on 2014 of the number of French Jews leaving for Israel. According to figures released by the Ministry
Russia Single-Handedly Moves Its Border into Georgian Territory
The Russian government has unilaterally moved its nation’s border nearly a mile into Georgian territory through South Ossetia. Not surprisingly, a British Petroleum (BP) oil pipeline is in the region.
Ukraine’s Honorary Consul in Turkey Fired for Wearing Putin T-Shirt
Ukrainian officials fired Levent Aydın, the honorary consul of Ukraine in Turkey, after he appeared at an event in a t-shirt bearing a picture of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17: One Year Later, Victims’ Families Demand Justice
On July 17, 2014, Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17 crashed into eastern Ukraine, killing all 298 people aboard. A memorial service took place in Kuala Lumpur, the final destination of the tragic flight, this week, observing the one-year anniversary.
State Dept Defies Marine Corps General, Says Russia Not ‘Existential Threat’ to U.S.
Marine Corps General Joseph Dunford told the Senate Armed Services committee that Russia is America’s greatest threat to national security. Despite the evidence, Secretary of State John Kerry disagrees.
Russia Shuts off Gas, Electricity in Occupied East Ukraine
It appears the Kremlin might be losing interest in east Ukraine—or as Russian President Vladimir Putin called it, Novorossiya (new Russia). Russia reportedly cut off electricity to east Ukraine a few days ago.
Vladimir Putin Seeks to Expand Influence as Greek Crisis Deepens
Vladimir Putin is reportedly reaching out to Greek leaders to try to affect the outcome of the recent crisis. On Sunday, Greek voters once again defied European leaders and voted against approving new austerity measures.
July 4 Call to Obama: Putin Encourages American Tolerance Toward Moscow
Russian President Vladimir Putin reached out to President Barack Obama once again to wish him a Happy Independence Day, but also to ask for more dialogue. Russia and American relations soured greatly this past year since Moscow invaded Ukraine.
Reuters: Four Converging Crises Could Destroy Europe
From Reuters: Four great crises around Europe’s fringes threaten to engulf the European Union, potentially setting the ambitious post-war unification project back by decades. The EU’s unity, solidarity and international standing are at risk from Greece’s debt, Russia’s role in
A Litmus Test for the Next President
Under President Obama’s stated policy to fundamentally transform America, our influence on and leadership of the free world has not only been diminished but openly challenged by the likes of China, Russia and Iran. Our unilateral disarmament has only compounded the problem. Furthermore, our allies don’t trust us, and our enemies don’t fear us. That is the worst possible combination.
World View: France Reverses Policy, Will Sell Advanced Defense Weapons to Georgia
Contents: France reverses policy, will sell advanced defense weapons to Georgia; Greece joins Zimbabwe and Cuba in missing an IMF payment; Congress may enable bankruptcy courts for Puerto Rico; What were you doing last night at 23:59:60?
Gays in Turbulent East Ukraine Flee to Kiev to Escape Discrimination, Violence
LGBT Ukrainians living in the nation’s east, center of conflict between Ukraine and neighboring invader Russia, are being forced to flee from their previously tolerant homes in the aftermath of Russian takeovers of towns.
Putin Announces $400 Billion in Defense Spending as Ukraine Denounces Russian Soldiers
According to Russian President Vladimir Putin, the country faces intense threats on its border and must upgrade its army for protection. Ukraine disagrees, as its government reports this week that over 54,000 Russian soldiers are standing by on its borders.
Russia Denounces UN Tribunal for MH17 Suspects
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Gennady Gatilov blasted a call by five countries to form a United Nations tribunal to prosecute those who shot down Malaysia Airlines Flight 17 in Ukraine last July. “We are against it,” he claimed. “We think it is not timely and counterproductive.”
