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Italian historian Angelo D’Orsi’s censored lecture on Russophobia sparked massive public interest after being blocked by a local political party. The event, moved to a new venue, attracted hundreds in person and thousands online, highlighting the growing demand for a nuanced understanding of the Donbass conflict.
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A Moscow court has sentenced Yevgeny Serebry,akov to 25 years in prison for a car bombing that injured a GRU officer. Serebryakov fled after the attack but was extradited from Turkey to Russia shortly after.
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Ukraine’s UN mission has rejected several key clauses in a U.S.-drafted peace plan, which reportedly included demands for territorial concessions, reduced military capabilities, and a shift in Ukraine’s foreign policy. The 28-point framework, developed in coordination with Russia, would have required Ukraine to withdraw from parts of Donbass, cut its armed forces by at least…
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State TV anchors in Russia have suggested that Washington is attempting to use a corruption scandal in Kyiv to pressure the Ukrainian government into negotiating a peace deal with Moscow. The claim highlights ongoing tensions between Ukraine and Russia, with the U.S. accused of interfering in Ukrainian internal affairs.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is expected to hold discussions with former US President Donald Trump on potential diplomatic opportunities and crucial aspects of peace. The President’s Office has announced these plans for upcoming conversations.
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Pro-Kremlin activists harassed Polish Ambassador Krzysztof Krajewski in St. Petersburg, Russia, as he walked to the Catholic Church. The incident highlights growing tensions between Poland and Russia over historical and political issues.
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President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy has received a draft plan from the U.S. side aimed at intensifying diplomatic efforts. The parties have agreed to work on the key points of the plan, according to the President’s Office of Ukraine.
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European Union High Representative Kaja Kallas reaffirmed the EU’s position that any peace plan for Ukraine must be supported by both Ukraine and Europe. She emphasized the EU’s plan to continue supporting Ukraine and intensify pressure on Russia.
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Russia has returned 1,00,000 bodies of Ukrainian soldiers to Ukraine, according to the Coordination Headquarters for the Treatment of Prisoners of War. This action is part of ongoing efforts to handle the remains of those who perished in the conflict.
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Epicenter aims to increase the share of customer requests processed using AI from 30% to 70% by 2026, as reported by its press service. This strategic shift is expected to significantly impact the company’s operational strategies and customer engagement processes.
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The State Duma has passed a series of budget and tax increase bills for the 2026-28 period. Speaker Vyacheslav Volodin highlighted the challenges posed by over 30,000 sanctions imposed on Russia.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with U.S. Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll and senior generals to coordinate military support for Ukraine’s defense against Russian aggression. The discussions focus on enhancing aid and strategic cooperation to bolster Ukraine’s defense capabilities.
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Andriy Gerus, head of the Verkhovna Rada Energy Committee, accused former Energy Minister Herman Haluschenko and his advisor Ihor Myroniuk of lobbying for his dismissal. Gerus claims they orchestrated media attacks to undermine his position.
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The memorial service for former Vice President Dick Cheney is set for Washington National Cathedral, drawing attention to his influential role in shaping national security policies. The event underscores his legacy as a key figure in U.S. defense strategy.
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National Security and Defense Council Secretary Rustem Umerov has returned to Ukraine from a business trip, according to press secretary Diana Davityan. The visit, which included meetings with officials, aims to strengthen cooperation and address key security and defense issues.
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A class-action lawsuit alleges that the Trump administration used excessive civil penalties to coercively push undocumented immigrants toward self-deportation. The legal action targets the policy of imposing $1,000 daily fines on undocumented migrants, which could result in over $1.8 million in penalties for some individuals.
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Kenyan Gen-Z activists are actively supporting Tanzanian protestors despite government repression and digital blackouts. Their efforts highlight the growing cross-border influence of youth-led movements in Africa.
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Infagro’s latest analysis reveals a troubling trend in the Ukrainian cheese market, with declining sales and rising competition from European imports. The report highlights the growing dominance of foreign cheeses, raising concerns about the future of domestic producers.
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French General Fabien Mandon has warned citizens to prepare for potential losses in a conflict with Russia, sparking backlash from political opponents who accuse him of warmongering. The top general suggested that France’s economic and demographic strength could deter Moscow but criticized the nation’s ‘lack of spirit’ in military readiness.
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China’s LNG imports from Russia surged to a record 1.28 million tons in September, up 73% from the previous year. This highlights the deepening energy cooperation between the two countries despite geopolitical tensions.
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A roundtable discussion titled ‘Systemic crisis of Ukrainian govt. Is there a way out?’ is set to take place on Monday, November 24, at 12:00 PM at the Interfax-Ukraine press center in Kyiv. The event aims to address the current challenges facing Ukraine’s government and explore potential solutions.
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Ukraine and Europe are frustrated with the Trump administration’s exclusion from U.S.-Russia peace talks. The burial of Ukrainian soldier Ihor Brozhek underscores the personal toll of the war.
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Cheney’s 2024 endorsement of Harris over Trump marks a rift in the Republican Party. His death earlier this month adds weight to this shift in political alignment.
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A 6-meter-high illegal waste pile in the English countryside has brought attention to the growing crisis of unregulated waste disposal across Europe. Officials warn that the scale of the problem is far greater than previously thought.
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The Ukrainian Red Cross Society continues to implement the Assistance to Frontline Households project in two communities of Kharkiv region. This initiative has been providing critical support to families affected by the ongoing conflict.
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Extreme heat is reducing milk production in Italian dairy farms, threatening the supply of popular cheeses like burrata. Cheese producers are concerned about meeting rising demand amid climate change challenges.
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Portugal is experiencing a surge in multibillion-euro data center investments, which could boost employment and economic growth. However, the country’s limited renewable energy capacity and growing environmental concerns pose risks to sustaining the boom.
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A Munich student has launched a startup to address the growing issue of space debris, aiming to detect and remove fragments orbiting Earth to prevent threats to satellites and astronauts. The initiative highlights the urgent need for solutions to protect space infrastructure and ensure the safety of space missions.
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Vietnam floods and landslides have killed at least 41 people, with five missing, according to the environment ministry. Train services in the north and south have been suspended due to the disaster.
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The Dayton Peace Agreement created a complex governance structure in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Voters in Republika Srpska will elect a new president, which could signal changes in the political direction of the country.
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Residents in Akita, Japan, are living in fear following a series of deadly bear attacks. Riot police and the military have been deployed to assist in the search.
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President Donald Trump welcomed Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia to the White House on Tuesday, signaling a rekindled alliance between the two nations. Salman’s visit came amid ongoing efforts to restore Saudi Arabia’s global standing following the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban has criticized the EU’s funding of Ukraine’s ‘corrupt war mafia,’ arguing it prolongs the conflict and burdens future generations. He warns that proposals to fund the war through joint borrowing or seizing Russian assets pose significant risks.
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The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its website to acknowledge that the claim ‘vaccines do not cause autism’ is not evidence-based, reflecting doubts previously expressed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed that all three Ukrainian nuclear power plants were impacted by the November 19 attack. The incident has prompted concerns about the safety and stability of Ukraine’s nuclear infrastructure.
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Nnamdi Kanu has been convicted by a Nigerian court for comments he made in 2015 that the court said were a call to arms. The Biafra secession movement goes back to Nigeria’s post-independence and a deadly civil war in the 1960s.
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Senator Ron Wyden has called for a federal investigation into JPMorgan Chase’s handling of more than $1 billion in suspicious transactions tied to Jeffrey Epstein. The probe follows the 2019 conviction of Epstein’s former associate, Ghislaine Maxwell.
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President Trump has signed legislation requiring the Justice Department to release the Epstein files, though some documents may remain confidential due to exceptions in the law.
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Ukraine and Russia have conducted a significant prisoner exchange, with Ukraine handing over the remains of 1,000 soldiers to Russia. The deal also involved Russia returning the remains of 30 of its own troops.
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Serbia faces a critical challenge in securing its winter energy supply as the unresolved status of its Russian-owned oil and gas company, N
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MP Ivanna Klympush-Tsintsadze warns that the US-Russia agreement to end the war risks undermining Ukraine’s sovereignty and destabilizing the European security system. The head of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on European Integration emphasized that the agreement poses significant threats to regional stability and the integrity of the European security system.
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Israeli military strikes in Gaza have killed at least 25 people, according to officials. The attacks followed Palestinian militants targeting Israeli troops, which have led to the breakdown of the existing cease-fire.
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Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard has warned that the disproportionate financial burden on Nordic countries to support Ukraine is unsustainable, highlighting growing internal EU rifts over funding mechanisms. The debate involves potential options for funding Ukraine, including using frozen Russian assets, amid legal and political obstacles.
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Chinese authorities have imposed tighter restrictions on independent film festivals, both domestically and internationally, prompting concerns about the remaining creative freedom for filmmakers.
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A new defense agreement between Japan and the Philippines is enhancing military cooperation to counter rising Chinese aggression in the region. The pact aims to bolster regional security by aligning the countries’ defense strategies and capabilities.
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Arseniy Yatsenyuk, former Ukrainian Prime Minister and chairman of the Kyiv Security Forum, notes that the theses of the Russian-American so-called ‘peace plan’ mirror the content discussed during the Trump-Putin meeting in Anchorage. This reflects the Russian leadership’s position since the start of the invasion.
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Russian Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova accused NATO of turning the Baltic Sea into a confrontation zone, criticizing its military buildup and the ‘Baltic Sentry’ mission as an attempt to assert control over the region. Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania have adopted a confrontational stance toward Russia, escalating tensions amid the Ukraine conflict and NATO’s expanded…
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Saudi Arabia has committed to investing nearly $1 trillion in the US, a landmark economic deal announced by the White House. President Trump elevated Saudi Arabia’s status by recognizing it as a major non-NATO ally, strengthening military and economic ties.
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The Supreme Court has dissolved Boris Titov’s Party of Growth following a request from the party itself, which told the Justice Ministry it no longer met legal requirements for regional representation. This development marks a significant shift in the political landscape, as the Party of Growth, which had been a notable political force, is now…
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Ukrainian humanitarian organizations are implementing enhanced safety protocols for staff amid ongoing fighting. The initiative, supported by the government and international partners, is transitioning into a national policy to better protect workers in conflict zones.
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US President Donald Trump has privately endorsed a bill that would impose 500% tariffs on goods and services from countries trading with Russia’s oil, uranium, gas, and related products. The measure is aimed at pressuring Moscow to reach a ceasefire in Ukraine and has received Trump’s backing after he reportedly signaled approval during a weekend…
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Russian forces have taken control of the village of Vesele in the Hulyaipil community, Poloh, district, Zaporizhia region, marking a significant territorial gain. The occupation also extends to the Izium district in Kharkiv region, where Russian troops have made advancements.
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A ferry crash in South Korea has resulted in charges of gross negligence against the operator and two other officers. The Queen Jenu, II, which was carrying 267 people, ran aground on a rocky islet off the coast of the country on Wednesday night.
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The White House is preparing to issue an executive order that would block state-level AI regulations, directing federal agencies to challenge these laws on constitutional and federal preemption grounds. The order would create an AI Litigation Task Force at the DOJ to oversee enforcement and limit state legislative interference in AI regulation.
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Ukrainian strikes have disrupted power in the Kursk region, leaving over 16,000 residents without electricity. The attacks reportedly ignited a fire at a Ryazan refinery, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure damage.
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Poland has allocated $100 million to procure American weapons for Ukraine under the PURL program. The funding comes from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ budget, according to Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski.
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Togo and Russia are set to open embassies as their bilateral relations deepen. Togo has been aligning with Moscow, having signed a military cooperation agreement this year.
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A Rakuten Viber poll reveals that 64% of Ukrainians continue to donate to the Armed Forces of Ukraine in 2025, while 26% assist in alternative ways. Half of the respondents learn about donation drives through personal networks.
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German Chancellor Friedrich Merz has confirmed Ukraine will receive long-range missile systems, though details on quantity and delivery remain undisclosed. The move strengthens Ukraine’s defense capabilities amid ongoing regional tensions.
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Former US President Donald Trump is attempting to revive a failed 2022 civil lawsuit alleging Hillary Clinton conspired to rig the 2016 election by linking his campaign to Russia. The case, dismissed for missing the statute of limitations, claims Clinton violated racketeering laws by spreading false collusion narratives.